Call for abstracts

Technological Advances: Deploying new technologies is essential for improving healthcare quality, access, and cost containment. The shift toward predictive medical data mining and value-based care models is encouraging the adoption of health-enhancing technologies, emphasizing the importance of investment in technologies that prove to be financially viable and enhance the quality of care delivered.​

Workforce Dynamics: The evolving needs and expectations of the healthcare workforce and the increasing shortage of healthcare professionals to deliver services is a significant concern. There are complex issues as to why individuals leave the health professions including burnout and why individuals are not choosing to enter the professions. This will require change – not only in how health professionals are trained but also in the culture of health service delivery and the leadership required to navigate this path.

Digital Transformation and Virtual Care: Digital innovation transforms patient access, care experiences, and healthcare operations. Telehealth and digital health investments continue to grow, demonstrating the sector’s movement towards more integrated and consumer-focused care delivery models.​

Healthcare Quality and Disparities: Despite advancements, significant disparities remain in healthcare quality and access, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities and underserved communities. Efforts to address these disparities are ongoing, focusing on improving overall health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare services.

Advancements in Pharmacology: Advances in pharmacology, including biologics and nanotechnology, have expanded the possibilities for personalized medicine and targeted therapies and improved patient outcomes across a wide range of medical conditions.

Global Warming: Global warming significantly impacts health worldwide, posing a complex array of challenges that affect everything from air quality and nutrition to the spread of infectious diseases and human migration patterns. The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that between 2030 and 2050, it is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year from undernutrition, malaria, diarrhea, and heat stress alone, with direct damage costs to health estimated to be between US$2–4 billion per year by 2030.

The CDC outlines specific health impacts related to climate change, including air pollution, allergens, and pollen, diseases carried by vectors like mosquitoes and ticks, food and waterborne diarrheal diseases, food security, mental health and stress-related disorders, and the direct effects of floods, temperature extremes, and wildfires.

The broad and deep impacts of global warming on health identify the importance of immediate and sustained action to mitigate these effects and adapt to a changing climate.

The changing health consumer profile reflects several significant demographic shifts, healthcare needs, and consumer behaviours.

Aging Population: The aging population presents unique healthcare challenges, such as a higher prevalence of chronic conditions, increased demand for long-term care services, and the need for specialized geriatric care. Healthcare systems must adapt to cater to the specific needs of older adults, including preventive care, geriatric medicine, palliative care, and support for caregivers.

Mental Health: There’s a growing awareness and recognition of mental health issues worldwide, leading to reduced stigma and increased seeking of mental health services. Factors like stress, social isolation, economic instability, and traumatic events contribute to the rising prevalence of mental health disorders. Integrating mental health services into primary care settings, teletherapy options, and the use of digital mental health platforms are emerging trends. Consumer demand for holistic approaches to mental health care, including mindfulness practices, lifestyle interventions, and alternative therapies, is increasing.

Chronic Disease Management: Chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and respiratory conditions are major contributors to morbidity and mortality. Lifestyle factors like poor diet, physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption contribute significantly to the rise in chronic diseases. Patient empowerment and engagement are emphasised, emphasising shared decision-making, patient education, and support networks to improve adherence to treatment plans and overall health outcomes.

• Abstracts should be no more than 250 words, written in English, and provide a clear outline of the objective, methods, findings, and implications.
• Please indicate the theme most relevant to your submission.
• Indicate the length of the presentation (30 or 60 minutes).
• Submissions should include the title of the abstract, author(s) name(s), affiliation(s), and a corresponding email address.
• It is a condition of acceptance that all presenters must be registered delegates.
• If your abstract is accepted, you must register for the conference and cruise before 5th of August 2024. NB: It’s a small deposit to register and the full payment is not required until 2nd of May 2025.
• Papers will not be scheduled for presentation until registration has been received.
• If paper is accepted, we will require a presenter headshot and bio which will be published in the conference program and on the website.

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Opens: 1st of MAY 2024

Abstract Submission Deadline: 12th of AUGUST 2024

Notification of Acceptance: 30th of AUGUST 2024

Submission Process:

Please submit your abstracts via our online submission form below. For detailed submission instructions and guidelines – Click here >>

Selected abstracts will have the opportunity to be presented in conference sessions or as part of panel discussions. This conference represents a unique chance to contribute to the discussion on pressing issues facing healthcare delivery and to share innovative solutions with a diverse audience.

We look forward to your submissions and the opportunity to highlight your work in the field of healthcare delivery.