Chairperson of Consultation Committee
His Excellency the Acting President of the University of Hail
Prof. Zaid M. Al-Shammari
The world in general, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in particular, is witnessing great interest in the developments of artificial intelligence systems and the employment of its applications in various sectors, especially the medical sector. From this standpoint, the University of Hail is keen to be effective in this direction, through its academic programs and scientific conferences, to be a vital partner in achieving the directions and objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and keeping pace with all its paths. In the field of medical sciences, artificial intelligence helps to provide safe health care, improve the patient experience in the field of care, manage data for medical services, develop smart solutions in the field of applied medical sciences, employ emerging technologies in auditing and accelerating diagnostic processes, enable early detection of diseases, propose preventive and treatment plans, obtain updates, analyzes and automatically generated medical reports, in addition to reducing medical costs.
In light of this, this international conference “Artificial Intelligence in Medical Sciences” will be held during the period (9-11 December 2024), on the use of artificial intelligence tools and applications in the development of health care by monitoring its reality, evaluating its data, and presenting visions about its future, through research, development and innovation based on artificial intelligence applications, in addition to presenting future visions on artificial intelligence governance in the medical sector and managing health care services. The convening of this conference comes in light of the great support given by our wise leadership to university education in general, and the University of Hail in particular, and on this occasion I have the honor to extend my deepest thanks and gratitude to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. I also extend my deepest thanks and gratitude to His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of Hail Region, and thanks to His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Fahd bin Muqrin bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of Hail Region, for the great support that the university finds in all its activities, functions and objectives. As well as many thanks to His Excellency Mr. Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Benyan, Minister of Education, for his efforts to enhance the role of universities in achieving Saudi Vision 2030 and upgrading the university education system to achieve distinguished international scientific centers.
The Vice President for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research message
Dr. Haitham Mohammed Al-Saif
The University of Hail is pleased to host you in this conference, which brings together thought leaders and practitioners in the fields of artificial intelligence in medical sciences. It aims to shed light on modern technologies that are expected to revolutionize health care and improve medical outcomes in light of the rapid progress in modern medical technologies globally and in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in particular in light of Saudi Vision 2030. During this conference, we will witness a series of lectures and workshops addressing innovations and challenges in this field. We look forward to sharing ideas and experiences with you, and wish you a fruitful and inspiring experience. The AI in Medical Sciences conference will cover a wide range of topics that include:
- Clinical applications: Review how artificial intelligence can be used to diagnose diseases, analyze medical images, and customize treatments for patients.
- Technological innovations: Discuss the latest technologies such as deep learning, neural networks, and medical robotics, and how they can contribute to improving healthcare.
- Big Data: Explore how big data can be used to improve treatment outcomes and public health management.
- Ethics: Address ethical challenges associated with the use of AI in medicine, such as privacy, security, and data bias.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Highlight the importance of collaboration between physicians, data scientists, and researchers to ensure the effective integration of technology into the health system.
- Future and Trends: Discuss future trends in AI and their potential impact on healthcare. We hope that the conference will provide networking opportunities with experts in the field, facilitating knowledge exchange and building new partnerships.
We hope that the conference will be a source of inspiration and knowledge for all.
Dr. Amjad Rashed Alyahyawi
Associate Professor of Medical and radiation physics
Dean of College of Applied Medical Sciences
Chairperson's message
Praise be to Allah, Lord of the Worlds, and peace and blessings be upon the noblest of prophets and messengers, our Prophet Muhammad, upon whom the best of prayers and most complete salutations be bestowed.
Artificial intelligence is one of the most critical modern sciences for enhancing efficiency and productivity across various fields. It has advanced tremendously in recent years, with many innovations that have significantly impacted diverse sectors, including healthcare. In healthcare, artificial intelligence is employed in disease diagnosis, medical image analysis, and personalized treatments as well as its substantial contribution in improving healthcare quality and providing more effective treatments.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia plays a prominent global role in enhancing the quality of healthcare services and advancing strategies aligned with developments in artificial intelligence, under wise leadership and a visionary approach. The Kingdom has adopted an integrated approach to develop the healthcare system, focusing on delivering advanced and innovative healthcare services to all citizens and residents. In recent years, the Kingdom has made notable strides in establishing advanced digital healthcare infrastructure, improving the quality of medical care, and strengthening preventive programs.
In line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 launched by His Majesty the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz to enhance the Kingdom’s position as a global center for innovation and scientific research in various fields, and in an effort to achieve the strategic objectives of the Ministry of Education aimed at enhancing the quality and effectiveness of scientific research and innovation, and in affirmation of the role of the University of Hail in developing scientific and practical solutions to the challenges facing society through modern research, the idea of organizing this first-of-its-kind international conference in the Kingdom was conceived , under the title: “Artificial Intelligence in Medical Sciences: The Future of Healthcare through Research, Development and Innovation.” The conference seeks to enhance the quality of outcomes in alignment with the conference’s vision of digital innovation based on artificial intelligence technologies and their applications in medical sciences. This includes producing innovative research in medical diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up, aiming to keep pace with advancements and address the future challenges and prospects of artificial intelligence in healthcare.
The conference also aims to highlight the role of Saudi universities and to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration between researchers, practitioners, and industry experts in this field. It emphasizes the importance of partnerships and agreements with global and local entities, which contribute to professional and technical development and cultural exchange.
In conclusion, I extend my deepest thanks and gratitude to His Majesty the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud for their unwavering support in advancing science and enhancing healthcare services.
I also extend my deepest thanks and gratitude to His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of Hail Region, and to His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Fahd bin Muqrin bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of Hail Region, for their continuous support and dedication to support the efforts that serve Hail Region. Hail is moving forward with confident steps to be a beacon of excellence in all fields.I also extend my sincere thanks to His Excellency Professor Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Bunyan, Minister of Education, for the great support provided by the Ministry of Education to ensure sustainable development in the fields of research, development and innovation. I also extend my thanks to His Excellency the Acting President of Hail University, Professor Dr. Zaid bin Muhalhal Al-Shammari, and the university’s vice presidents who provided us with all necessary means for the success of this conference.