Transforming Health Professions Education: Trends, Challenges and Solutions

The 8th International Conference on Medical Education (ICME) 2023 held from October 7th to 10th in the beautiful city of Baku, Azerbaijan, marked a significant milestone in the world of medical education. This conference, organized through a fruitful collaboration between Riphah International University and Azerbaijan Medical University, was a resounding success, with robust participation and rich content. ICME 2023 was a comprehensive event featuring 33 pre-conference workshops and 4 courses, aimed at enhancing participants’ understanding of medical education issues and strategies. The conference also highlighted 111 research presentations, consisting of 96 oral and 15 poster presentations, covering diverse topics ranging from curriculum development to innovative teaching methods. Moreover, 8 interactive conference workshops provided attendees with hands-on experiences and valuable knowledge sharing opportunities. ICME 2023 achieved a significant milestone by being accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME). This accreditation, awarded 24.5 CME Credits to the conference, attests to the exceptional quality of the event and its educational content.