For the second consecutive year, the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) organised a two-day workshop titled "Emerging Technologies in Healthcare." The workshop was led by Prof Adel Bouhoula, Head of the IT Department at the College of Education, Technical and Administrative Sciences. Prof Bouhoula showcased the latest technological advancements, aiming to enhance students' skills in digital medicine.

The event targeted sixth-year students from the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, focusing on providing a fundamental understanding of prominent modern technologies transforming global healthcare. Topics included AI in medical diagnosis, blockchain technology for secure medical data management, the Internet of Things for remote health monitoring, and quantum technologies' role in accelerating drug discovery.

The workshop included advanced practical activities where students learned the basics of Python programming and its applications in healthcare. They received hands-on training using deep learning techniques to analyse X-ray images. Furthermore, AI models were trained on real datasets to differentiate between viral pneumonia, bacterial pneumonia, and benign cases. This experience demonstrated how modern technologies can support and improve diagnostic accuracy, paving the way for the development of innovative digital solutions in healthcare.

Dean of the College, Prof Abdelhalim Deifalla, stressed the significance of the workshop, stating, "This workshop reflects the college’s commitment to preparing future doctors capable of harnessing modern technologies to serve humanity and improve healthcare quality. Mastery and application of digital tools is now an essential aspect of contemporary medical practice."

For his part, Prof Adel Bouhoula, the workshop coordinator and lecturer, explained that the event aimed to bridge the worlds of medicine and technology, commenting, "The workshop sought to demonstrate that modern technologies are not as complex as they seem. They are tools whose fundamentals are accessible and can be easily applied by medical professionals to enhance diagnostics, treatment efficiency, and secure patient data, thereby laying a solid foundation for the future of healthcare."

He also affirmed that students' active engagement indicates a rising awareness of the importance of integrating technology into medical practice. He noted that this generation possesses the enthusiasm and knowledge to lead the future of healthcare with digital literacy and an advanced scientific vision.