PESHAWAR: The three-day International Conference of Health Research (ICHR-26) concluded at Rehman Medical Institute (RMI), bringing together a large number of researchers, healthcare professionals and students from across Pakistan and abroad.
The closing ceremony was attended by Chief Executive Officer RMI Shafique Ur Rehman, chairman and founder RMI, Prof Dr Muhammad Rehman and chief guest Prof Dr Rizwan Taj, president of Pakistan Medical and Dental Council.
The conference featured extensive academic sessions, research presentations, and discussions focusing on key healthcare challenges and practical solutions. The participants actively engaged in knowledge exchange, reflecting a growing culture of research and collaboration in the country.
Addressing the ceremony, Prof Dr Rizwan Taj congratulated RMI on successfully organising the conference and appreciated its strong standing with PMDC. He described Prof Dr Muhammad Rehman as “an institution in himself” and emphasised the importance of strengthening medical education and research. He also encouraged researchers to pursue meaningful work, seek international grants, and contribute to impactful scientific advancements.
CEO RMI Shafique Ur Rehman said that organising ICHR-26 despite challenging regional conditions was a deliberate decision, reflecting the commitment of the institution.
ICHR-26 Chairman Dr Naseer Ahmad termed the conference remarkable, noting that more than 2,000 participants attended both physically and online. ICHR-26 Patron Prof Dr Ghulam Rasool described the conference as “the power of knowledge in motion,” underscoring the need to convert data and analysis into decisions that benefit communities. He also announced the dates for ICHR-2027.
