The Chair Message

Dear Colleagues,

I am delighted to welcome you to the Oman International Pharmacy Congress and Exhibition Regional Forum in the Sultanate of Oman, from 7th – 9th April, 2025, at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, in the most beautiful downtown, Muscat.

The theme of this congress is From Cost to Value Based Health Care “Integrating Clinical Aduits and Pharmacoeconomics Evidence for Healthcare Optimization” focusing on,
the intersection of clinical audits, pharmacoeconomics, and value-based healthcare models. Explore how audits can identify areas for improvement in patient care and how pharmacoeconomic assessments can guide more efficient and cost-effective treatment strategies. Globally, policy makers, hospital pharmacists, regulatory experts and healtheconomic specialists whom will come together and collaborate to further shape our profession’s future to share new experiences, opportunities, responsibilities and skill set.

The main messages and focus areas of the congress will be delivered and discussed through lectures, workshops and interactive sessions covering the following main areas:

• Community pharmacy practice
• ⁠Stewardship programs & clinical pharmacy
• Economic burden of diseases
• Clinical audit in advancing healthcare services
• Advancement in pharmacy education
• Medication safety in high-risk situation
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Integration of AI in pharmacy practice

The International Pharmacy Congress regional forum will be accredited by the Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB) ensuring better access to experts and global current practice topics.

Muscat, the capital of Sultanate of Oman, is not only known for its serenity and architecture but also for its culture, traditions, and modernization, surrounded by the mountains, desert and serene beaches. The city is a perfect blend of the old and new, a demonstration to Oman’s spirit of harmony, progress and cordiality.

Here, you will have the opportunity to experience the diverse culture and witness the transformation as Oman is undergoing a period of dynamic change, shaping a future with progress, innovation and sustainable development in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2040. It will be a perfect setting for discussions and collaborations towards the clinical audits and pharmacoeconomic value impact on pharmacy and healthcare.

We wish you a pleasant stay and joyful time at the Oman International Pharmacy Congress and Exhibition Regional Forum. May this event offer you valuable insights, exciting discussion and unforgettable experiences.

We are working hard to create a professional atmosphere to enhance your experience learning, networking and thinking together. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all individuals, organisations, directorates and ministries for their contribution and continuous support in making this event successful.

See you all in Muscat.

Ph. Ibrahim Al Rashdi

Chair, Oman International Pharmacy Congress & Exhibition