The Federation of Islamic Medical Associations (FIMA) held its 43rd Council Meeting alongside the TIMA-FIMA Scientific Convention 2026 from 2 to 6 September 2026 at Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Hat Yai, Songkhla, Thailand. The event was hosted by the Thai Islamic Medical Association (TIMA) in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine and the Public Policy Institute of PSU.
The week opened on 2 September with the FIMA Pre-Council EXCO Meeting, followed by the 43rd FIMA Council Meeting on 3–4 September. Delegates from member associations around the world reviewed FIMA’s programmes and activities and set priorities for the coming year. A Gala Dinner was hosted for all participants on the evening of 3 September.
The Scientific Convention, held on 4–5 September at PSU Science Park under the theme “Environmental Health for Sustainable Future,” featured keynote sessions, symposia on disaster management, public health and environmental health, and paper presentations across five tracks: public and environmental health; clinical nursing and medical sciences; mental health and quality of life; health education and health promotion; and innovation, technology and sustainable healthcare. The CIMCO and IHC seminars ran in parallel, and the convention closed with an award ceremony recognising the best oral presentations.
The programme concluded on 6 September with the FIMA Post-Council EXCO Meeting and a cultural visit to Pattani Province.
FIMA thanks the host, the collaborating institutions, the speakers, and all delegates for their participation and hospitality.
Building a Healthier Ummah, Sustaining Our Planet for Future Generations.
