Under the patronage of Prof.Khaled El-Salem, President of Jordan University of Science and Technology, the 12th International Medical Conference launched Thursday evening at Irbid Cultural Center. Organized by Irbid branch of Jordan Medical Association, the event brings together local, Arab, and international participants under the theme "Healthcare and Artificial Intelligence: Reality and Challenges."

In his opening speech, Prof. El-Salem reaffirmed loyalty to His Majesty King Abdullah II and praised his leadership in safeguarding Jordan's security and sovereignty. He highlighted the significance of artificial intelligence in modern medical advancements, stressing the need for universities and medical institutions to equip healthcare professionals with the tools and training to leverage these technologies effectively.

Prof. E-Salem emphasized the responsibility to keep pace with rapid scientific and technological developments, particularly in AI, personalized medicine, and genetic engineering, which are revolutionizing disease diagnosis and treatment for the benefit of humanity.

Dr. Rami Al-Omari, conference president, noted that the focus on AI's potential in healthcare reflects the growing role of technology in improving services and offering innovative solutions to medical challenges. He welcomed the conference as a platform for global knowledge exchange.

Dr. Hassan Al-Balas, chair of the scientific committee, highlighted AI's vital role in fields like radiology, aiding in the management of healthcare centers and improving diagnostic accuracy. He reported that 234 scientific papers, including 12 posters, were accepted after thorough review

Dr. Ziad Al-Zoubi, President of Jordan Medical Association, commended the conference as an important achievement forIrbid sub-committee and emphasized that AI has become a critical tool in disease diagnosis, medical data analysis, and improving healthcare quality.

The conference also featured a workshop on "Basics of Handling Accidents" in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, attended by 190 doctors. The first day focused on the use of AI in disease diagnosis, with a commemorative lecture by Senator Dr. Hayel Obaidat.