The 10th International Conference 2026, hosted by Shalamar Medical and Dental College, concluded successfully after a week of multidisciplinary academic engagement. The conference brought together national and international experts across medical education, clinical sciences, nursing, allied health, bioethics, and emerging domains such as simulation and artificial intelligence. The multi‑chapter structure enabled focused discussions, thematic depth, and meaningful collaboration across professional groups.
Conference Highlights included, in addition to specialized tracks:
Prof. Dr. Ayesha Rauf, Head of Department of Health Professions Education was invited as a guest speaker and panellist, representing NUMS.
She was part of several sessions that resonated strongly with scholarly interests—particularly those exploring equity, privilege, and the evolving role of AI in medical education.
MHPE Summit was a flagship event that brought together educators, scholars, and innovators to discuss the future of health professions education. She ensured that the educational narrative remained evidence‑informed, learner‑centered, and consistent with national HPE priorities.
Point of View 1: Is Merit Enough? Unpacking Privilege in Medical Education
As a panellist she contributed to a rich discussion on the academic curation of sessions addressing privilege and merit in medical education, the evolving role of AI and simulation, and reflective practice areas closely aligned with her professional expertise. Her presence strengthened NUMS’ representation at the conference and facilitated productive dialogue between institutions.
Overall Significance
NUMS representation at the conference reinforced enhanced NUMS’ visibility in high‑profile sessions, the department’s reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and leadership in Pakistan’s HPE landscape and its role in shaping the next decade of health professions education.
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