MedGlobal Conference 2025

What’s the Event About?

The MedGlobal Conference & Gala 2025 brings together healthcare professionals, humanitarian leaders, and advocates to address the world's most pressing health challenges. This premier event combines cutting-edge medical insights with inspiring stories of impact and innovation.

Inspiring Speakers

Hear from frontline doctors, humanitarian leaders, and advocates driving change.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with global health experts, donors, and partners.

Celebration & Awards

Recognize outstanding contributions to humanitarian healthcare.

Dinner & Entertainment

Enjoy an elegant evening with fine dining and cultural performances.

Fundraising for Impact

Every ticket and sponsorship helps deliver critical medical care where it’s needed most.

Distinguished Speakers at Conference

Learn from world-renowned healthcare leaders, humanitarian experts, and medical innovators who are transforming global health.

A distinguished trauma surgeon and global health leader, Dr. Sidhwa has dedicated his career to advancing emergency care in some of the world’s most challenging environments. His work bridges surgical innovation with humanitarian service, saving lives on the frontlines of conflict and disaster.

An attorney, comedian, and the host of Hulu’s Muslim Matchmaker, Yasmin Elhady brings wit, wisdom, and cultural insight to every stage she steps on. She is known for using humor and storytelling to build bridges across communities and inspire meaningful conversations.

Serving as the Ambassador of Malta to the African Union, Ambassador Murphy has extensive experience in diplomacy, peacebuilding, and international cooperation. His leadership highlights the role of global partnerships in addressing today’s most pressing humanitarian challenges.

As Regional Emergency Director at the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Brennan has overseen critical emergency responses across the Middle East and beyond. With decades of experience in humanitarian medicine, he is a leading voice on crisis response, resilience, and global health security.

Event Agenda

Learn from world-renowned healthcare leaders, humanitarian experts, and medical innovators who are transforming global health.

October 24

Breakfast

8:00 - 8:45 AM

Opening Ceremony & Welcoming Remarks

8:45 - 9:00 AM

Global Health in a Turbulent World: Wars, Displacement & the Climate Crisis

9:00 - 10:00 AM

A Turbulent Year in Review: Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, and Syria

10:00 - 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Track 1: Protecting Medical Neutrality in War Zones Health
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Track 2: Innovation, Technology and Global

Track 3: Supporting Maternal and NeonatalHealth in Disaster Areas and Underserved Communities

11:30 - 12:30 PM

Track 1: From Chicago to Syria: Mental Health Support for the Victims of Torture

Track 2: The Future of War: Drone Injuries and Modern Warfare

Track 3: Resilience in Action: Medical Missions in Gaza

12:30 - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Track 1: Silent Emergency: Sudan’s Health System on the Brink

Track 2: Solidarity through Humanitarian Action in Ukraine

Track 3: Humanitarian Advocacy: Shaping Policy, Mobilizing Action

2:00 - 3:00 PM

Track 1: Preparing for the Next Disaster

Track 2: Storytelling of Humanitarian Crises Through Art

Track 3: Think Globally, Act Locally

3:00 - 4:00 PM

Break

4:00 – 4:30 PM

Track 1: The Crisis of Migration in a Turbulent World: South the Border

Track 2: Measuring your Impact

Track 3: Humanitarian Faith Initiative: Faith & Global Health

4:30 – 5:30 PM

October 25

Breakfast

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Navigating a Turbulent World & the Future of Humanitarian Response

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Starved by Siege: The Catastrophic Rise of Acute Malnutrition in Gaza

10:00 - 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Track 1: Nurses in Medical Missions: Bridging the Gap in Nursing Training

Track 2: Death by Funding Cuts

Track 3: Syria: Moving Towards Post-Crisis Recovery

11:30 - 12:30 PM

Track 1: Faith-Inspired Giving: TransformingAid for Mothers and Babies’ Health

‍Track 2: When Healing Becomes a Crime: The Struggle of Dr Husam Abu Safeya and otherHealth Workers

‍Track 3: Ukraine, Syria, Sudan: The Role of Diaspora and Coalition Building

12:30 - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Track 1: Syria Healthcare Recovery: Diaspora & Localization

Track 2: AI: Humanity’s Best Friend or Enemy?

Track 3: Generational Trauma after War and Genocide

2:00 - 2:45 PM

Track 1: Students & the Future of Global Health

Track 2: Training for Resilience: Empowering Communities After Disaster

Track 3: Solidarity Coalition for Gaza: Collaboration for Healing & Hope

2:45 - 3:30 PM

To Be a MedGlobalist: Getting Involved

3:30 - 4:00 PM

October 25 - Gala Night

Gala Dinner - Check-In

6:30 - 7:00 PM

Program

7:00 - 10:00 PM

October 26 - Training Sessions

POCUS Training

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Meet our Sponsors

People behind the mission to expand the impact

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit fostering growth, leadership, and service through education, mentorship, and timeless Islamic values. We work to build a compassionate community and a just, God-conscious future.

A Chicago-based nonprofit providing urgent aid through food drives, clean water, medical support, disaster relief, and more. We empower individuals and families to overcome hardship and rebuild their lives.

Interested to become a Sponsor?

Join us as a sponsor at MedGlobal 2025: Conference & Gala and stand with global health leaders and advocates shaping the future of humanitarian care. Your support helps deliver lifesaving healthcare to vulnerable communities worldwide.

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