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ABOUT

The Global Summit of Digital Health (HealthTech) is a premier event designed to bring together leading researchers, innovators, policymakers, and healthcare professionals worldwide to explore the transformative power of technology in addressing global health challenges. HealthTech 2025 will serve as a strategic platform for :

Sharing cutting-edge advancements in health technologies, including AI, robotics, big data, telemedicine, and precision medicine.

Facilitating knowledge exchange between academia, industry, and government stakeholders.

Sparking collaborative innovation to develop solutions tailored to the specific needs of low-and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Advocating for ethical and equitable access to health technologies for all.

CHAIRS

HONORARY CHAIR

Mr. Sidi Mohammed DRISSI MELYANI

General Director of ADD
Morocco

GENERAL CHAIRS

Prof. Mohamed ESSAAIDI

General Director of EMSI
Morocco

Prof. Wajih RHALEM

President of Moroccan Society of Digital Health
Professor at ENSAM-Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Najib AL IDRISSI

General Secretary of Moroccan Society of Digital Health
Professor at Mohammed VI University of Health and Sciences
Morocco

Prof. Ahmed SHAFI

King’s College London
England

TPC CHAIRS

Prof. Allal BOUTAJANGOUT

Departments of Neurology, New York University School of Medicine
USA

Prof. Khalid EL BIKRI

Former Director of ENSAM Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Larbi BELARBI

Former Director of ENSAM Rabat
Morocco

INDUSTRIAL
PROGRAM
CHAIR

Mr. Naoufal LAHLOU

President of Moroccan Federation of Health
Industries “FMIS”
Morocco

COMMUNICATION
AND PROTOCOL
CHAIR

Mrs. Fouzia AZMI

CEO of ZIA COMM
Morocco

THEMATIC
PANELS
CHAIR

Dr-Ing. Driss ELBAKKALI

Consultant and Expert in Biomedical
Engineering
Professor at UM6SS
Morocco

INTERNATIONAL
COOPERATION
CHAIR

Prof. Asma CHAIK

ENSAM-Mohammed V University
in Rabat
Morocco

STEERING COMMITTEE

Prof. Abderrahman MACHRAOUI

Director Emeritus of the Department of Cardiology, Angiology and Internal Medicine
Germany

Dr. Faissal TARRASS

Nephrologist, Hemodialysis Center, Casablanca
Morocco

Prof. Costas PILIOUNIS

Director of PNValue and a Faculty Member of Rome Business School PharmaBoardroom Member
Italy

Prof. Mohammed BEKKALI

University of Granada
Spain

PUBLICATION CHAIRS

Prof. Nassim KHARMOUM

National Center for Scientific and Technical Research
Morocco

Prof. Soumia ZITI

Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat
Morocco

Hackathon Chair

Mrs. Lamiae BENMAKHLOUF

General Director of Technopark
Morocco

FINANCE CHAIR

Dr. Salsabil HAMDI

Head of the Environmental Health Lab Institut Pasteur Casablanca
Morocco

Exhibition chair

Prof. Abdelhadi El FALAKI

Vice-President of the Moroccan Society of Biomedical
Morocco

OPEN REVIEW CHAIRS

Prof. Rajae GHANIMI

ESSELSCA Paris, Campus Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Zeyneb BELGANCHE

ENSAM Rabat, Mohammed V University in Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Anissa REGRAGUI

Faculty of Dental Medicine, Mohammed V University, Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Latifa DOUDACH

ENSAM-Mohammed V University in Rabat
Morocco

PHD COMMITTEE

Mr. Mohamed BOUKHLIF

National Center for Scientific and Technical Research (CNRST)
Morocco

Mr. Ahmed GUENDOUZI

ENSAM Rabat, Mohammed V University in Rabat
Morocco

Ms. Najat LECHHEB

Mohammed VI University of Health and Sciences (UM6SS)
Morocco

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Prof. Ahmed SHAFI

King’s College London
England

Prof. Abderrahman MACHRAOUI

Director Emeritus of the Department of Cardiology, Angiology, and Internal Medicine
Germany

Prof. Hassan GHAZAL

Royal Executive Training Institute, Rabat
Morocco

Prof. Syed Ahmad Chan BUKHARI

Director of Research at CCPS, John’s University, New York
USA

Mr. Adil BOUSHIB

Head of Partner Technology Strategists – Microsoft
Germany

Prof. Javier MENDOZA

University of Seville
Spain

Prof. Rafael H. BORDINI

Pontifica University
Brazil

Dr. Mustapha EL HAMRITI

Medical Director IFAT
Senior Physician at the Clinic for Electrophysiology and Rhythmology
Germany

Prof. Dr. Hassan DIHAZI

Professor Doctor at Medical University, Gottingen
Germany

Mr. Abdelmounaim FARES

CEO NG GUARD TECHNOLOGY Specialist in Cyber Security in Hospital Systems
Germany

Prof. Karim OULDIM

CHU HASSAN II
Morocco

Prof. Hassan ERRIHANI

Rabat
Morocco

Mr. Karim AMOR

President of Moroccan Entrepreneurs Worldwide at CGEM
Morocco

TOPICS

HealthTech 2024 will revolve around the central theme:

Harnessing Technology for Health Equity: Bridging the Gaps, Empowering Communities.

This theme emphasizes the critical role of technology in:

Artificial intelligence for healthcare: AI-powered diagnostics, personalized medicine, predictive analytics, and robotic surgery.

Digital health and telehealth: Remote patient monitoring, virtual consultations, mHealth solutions, and bridging the digital divide.

Medical devices and technologies: Low-cost innovations, point-of-care diagnostics, and addressing unmet needs in LMICs

Health data management and analytics: Big data for public health surveillance, disease prediction, and personalized interventions

Ethics, regulation, and policy: Ensuring responsible development,
equitable access, and data privacy in health technologies

TARGET AUDIENCE

A diverse range of audience are involved in the field of health technology development, including researchers, scientists, PhD students, and engineers. Additionally, healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, and public health experts contribute their expertise to this field. Policymakers, government officials, and regulatory bodies play a crucial role in shaping the landscape of health technology. Furthermore, industry representatives, investors, and entrepreneurs are actively engaged in driving innovation and progress. International organizations and NGOs are pivotal in spearheading global health initiatives. Moreover, students and academics with an interest in health technology and global health are also integral participants in advancing this important domain.

CONFERENCE FORMAT

  • Keynote presentations by leading global experts.
  • Interactive panel discussions on key themes and sub-themes.
  • Parallel sessions for in-depth presentations and research showcases.
  • Poster presentations and networking opportunities.
  • Industry exhibition showcasing cutting-edge health technologies.
  • Pre-conference workshops and training sessions.
  • Cultural events and excursions highlighting Moroccan heritage.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

  • Stimulate collaborative research and development efforts in health technology.
  • Foster knowledge sharing and capacity building among stakeholders.
  • Generate concrete recommendations for policymakers and governments.
  • Showcase innovative solutions addressing global health challenges.
  • Secure partnerships and funding for promising health technology projects.
  • Position Morocco as a leading hub for health technology innovation and
    collaboration.
  • Research papers publication in IEEE Explore and in SI of specialized indexed
    international journals.

Submission

Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished work, manuscripts must respect the conference template guidelines, including figures, tables, and references. The length of papers should not exceed 8 pages.
The direct link for paper submission is:
Papers are reviewed on the basis that they do not contain plagiarized material (max. 15% from all sources + max. 5% from one source), Ithenticate tool will be used to detect plagiarism .
Each paper will be reviewed by 2 regular PC members in tow rounds of review. The acceptance decisions will take into account paper novelty, technical depth, elegance, practical or theoretical impact, and presentation.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Paper Submission Deadline 4th January, 2025
Paper Acceptance Notification 8th February, 2025
Final Paper Submission Deadline 28th February, 2025
Registration Deadline 20th March, 2025

PARTICIPATION FEES

Participation Type Registration Fees
Non-Student Oral/Poster Presenter Registration 350 Euros
Student Oral/Poster Presenter Registration 260 Euros
Listener Registration 50 Euros

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS

Contact

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