RIYADH: The second International Conference on Mass Gatherings and Emergency Medicine brings together doctors, health care practitioners and medical students to discuss recent developments and challenges in mass gatherings and emergency medicine.
The conference is organized by the Madinah Chamber of Commerce.
Conference chairman and pediatric emergency medicine consultant at Alfaisal University, Dr. Mohammad Alfaifi, said that the three-day conference, ending on Thursday, features sessions dedicated to papers and research presented by speakers from the Kingdom and abroad.
Among the speakers is Professor Abdo Khoury, who discussed preparations and challenges during the Paris Olympics. Dr. Muna Al-Musleh, a consultant in emergency medicine from Qatar, addressed her country’s hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Institute for Hajj and Umrah Research presented a paper on using AI in crowd management during Hajj and Umrah seasons.
Alfaifi emphasized the conference’s role in enhancing the expertise of medical staff in preparation for Saudi Arabia’s upcoming international events, including the World Expo 2030 and the 2034 World Cup.
He highlighted that such gatherings provided opportunities to discuss and address crowd management challenges, suggesting optimal solutions and best practices, while showcasing Saudi Arabia’s extensive experience in managing crowds during Hajj and Umrah.
