HERE - FIMA
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HERE - FIMA
e-newsletter of Federation of Islamic Medical Associations Volume 27, Issue May 2016 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT FIMA Council meeting is the most important landmark and well attended activity in the working of FIMA (Federation of Islamic Medical Associations), which is held annually and is a great source of reinforcing its working and activities, exchange of ideas and execution of plans of the organization. The delegates from IMA’s all around the world gather on an invitation from a local host and two days are allocated for the FIMA council meeting followed by a scientific session and later sightseeing. The 33rd FIMA council meeting and 17th IMAN national scientific conference is Continued on Page 11 PIMA HOLDS A HISTORIC CONVENTION IN PESHAWAR - PAKISTAN The 24th central biennial convention of Pakistan Islamic Medical Association was held at Peshawar Medical College on 2-3 April 2016. PIMA convention is one of the largest medical gathering in Pakistan. More than 2000 delegates from all over the country and abroad attended its various sessions. In the concluding session Dr Abdul Malik, Cardiac Surgeon from Peshawar was elected as central President of PIMA for the session 2016-18. He did his graduation from Khyber Medical College (KMC) in 1994 and FCPS in Cardiac Surgery in 2002. At present, he is Associate Professor of Department of Cardiovascular surgery in Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar. He joined PIMA in 1994 and served on different responsibilities like President of local unit, then Peshawar city and then PIMA President KPK Province in 2011. The salient feature of this convention was its very well organized scientific session with more than 40 national and international speakers updating the recent advances in Prof Anis Ahmad giving Lifetime achievement award to Dr. Syed Mubin Akhtar Inaugural ceremony of IHC Seminar. Prof Najib ul Haq delivering his lecture in IHC seminar. A view of audience. Editor in Chief Dr. Tanveer Zubairi, President, FIMA - Editor Dr. A. Rashid A. Rahman, Secretary, FIMA Managing Editor Dr. Aly Mishal Executive Director, FIMA, Assistant Editor Sajjad Saleem medicine and promoting continuing medical education. Dr Syed Mubin Akhtar an IMANA and PIMA veteran, the founding president of FIMA and IMANA was awarded FIMA lifetime achievement award for rendering meritorious and unforgettable services for the cause of Islamic Medical Association. Dr Muhammad Ishaque (Chairman PRIME Foundation) was the chairman of inaugural session while Prof Anis Ahmad (Vice Chancellor of Ripah I n t e r n a t i o n a l U n i v e r s i t y, Islamabad) was the chief guest. Prof. Sohail Akhtar (President PIMA), Dr Abdul Aziz Zia (Chairman PIMA Convention) were among the other speakers. A very well attended session on "Polio Eradication: A Public Health Challenge" was presided over by Mr. Iqbal Zadar Jhagra (Governor KPK). The guests of honors were Shahram Khan Tarakai (Health Minister KPK), Prof Shoaib Shafi (CPSP).Prof Musa Nordin (Malaysia), Dr Mufti Zubair Wadood (WHO), Dr Ta n v e e r u l H a s s a n Z u b a i r i (President FIMA) and Mufti Ghulam ur Rehman. The speakers addressed on "Poliomyelitis: The End Game", "Current Situation of Polio", "FIMA, PIMA and PMC initiatives in preventive health" and "Health and Polio Vaccination" respectively. Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Engr. Iqbal Zafar Jhagra said that we are making progress in eradicating the virus of the crippling disease adding that all out efforts are being made for complete eradication of polio from the country to make Pakistan a polio free state to save the future of next generations. Governor KPK Mr. Zafar Iqbal, Dr. Abdul Malik, Kamal Abu Shamsieh, Dr Misbahul Aziz, Mr. Abdul Ghaffar, Dr Shoaib Shafi, Dr. Mian Afzal, Dr. Musa Nordlin, Dr. Khobaib Shahid, Dr. Atta ur Rehman, Dr. Juneirah Bevi, Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman, Dr. Anis Ahmad, Dr. Habib ur Rehman and Dr. Iqbal Khan. IHC Seminar in Progress Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman making his observations in IHC Seminar Dr. Musa Nordin delivering state of the art lecture on Poliomyelitis: End Game, Role of Muslim Physicians. Dr Ishak Masud chairman delivering his lecture in the IHC seminar. Dr. Syed Mubin Akhtar making his comments. President FIMA giving shield to Governor KPK Mr. Zafar Iqbal Jhagra. Prof Malik Badri, International Islamic University Malaysia presided over the session on "Our Beloved Prophet S.A.W" and addressed on "Sentiments of the Prophet (S.A.W). were Hafiz Muhammad Idrees, addressed on "Companions of Prophet" and Habib ur Rehman Asim told the audience about the life of the Prophet (S.A.W). Dr Fazle Azeem delivered Dars e Quran in this session. Other speakers of this session Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman receiving his shield Prof. Muhammad Tariq announcing the results of elections. Mr. Abdul Shakoor, President Alkhidmat Foundation delivering his lecture in IHC Seminar President PIMA Prof Suhail Akhtar receiving his shield A group photo of Organizers of 24th Biennial Central Convention Dr. Muhammad Ishaque receiving his shield Dr. Musa Nordin receiving his shield Prof Hafiz Ijaz receiving his shield Dr. Malik Badri receiving his shield Dr Maqbool Shahid receiving his shield Senior Minister KPK Government Mr Ehsan ur Rehman receiving his shield Prof Arshad Javed receiving his shield Dr. Aly Mishal receiving his shield Dr. Abdul Aziz Zia receiving his shield Mr. Tarakai Minister of Health Government of KP receiving his shield 1.Mr. Kamal Abu Shamseih receiving his shields to 33rd FIMA Council Meeting at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, Nigeria. The Theme is ERADICATION OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES: NIGERIA AND WEST AFRICAN EXPERIENCE. Sub-Themes: - Management of Victims of Arm Conflicts - Provision of Health Care Needs for Refugees Delimma of 21st Century - Prophetic Medicine; Role of Muslim Health Professionals The schedule of the conference is as follows: FIMA Council Meeting - 19th and 20th July 2016. FIMA / IMAN Scientific Conference - 21st and 22nd July 2016. Sightseeing - 23rd July 2015. online registration at www.iman.net.ng is mandatory for documentation and arrangements. The deadline of Submission is 15th June 2016. ISLAMIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA Dr. Salisu Ismail (President IMA Nigeria) Cardiothioacic division, Department of Surgery, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital Sokoto, P.M.B. 2370 Nigeria. Email: [email protected] CAPACITY BUILDING TRAINING WORKSHOP FOR GREEN CRESCENTS HELD IN ISTANBUL International Federation of Green Crescents held its capacity building training workshop in Istanbul last month. Thirty countries are the member of this umbrella organization. Green crescent society has a history of ninety years of fighting the menace of addiction. It has grown with unparalleled dimension during the last decade and now its activities can be witnessed in the international arena, as Green Crescent has reached the status of a global civil society. The Green Crescent and the International Federation of Green Crescent organizations signed a declaration in Istanbul on April 8, 2016 with the participation of 30 countries. Federation's founding meeting was attended by delegates from Afghanistan, Albania, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, China (Xinjiang), Indonesia, Ivory Coast, Palestine, Georgia, Montenegro, Kenya, Cyprus (TRNC), Congo, Kosovo, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Senegal, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda and was attended by representatives of countries from Yemen antiaddiction Society. Prof. Dr. M. İhsan Karaman was elected as the chairman of Federation by the General Assembly. Prof. Dr. M. Ihsan Karaman, in his speech at the press conference reiterated the objective of Green crescent movement in fighting and prevention of all kinds of addiction and dependence, moreover he emphasized the importance of rehabilitation as it would play an important role in achieving the ultimate target. Professor Karaman said, "Each year, 6 million people smoke worldwide, 3.3 million people die of alcohol-induced illnesses. The number of deaths from the drug use is around 200,000 per annum. In each of our member states various problems exists in the field of addiction. He pledged that the federation will leave no stone unturned to fight against addiction of any kind. He was of the view that scientific studies shall be conducted and evidence-based prevention methods, using rehabilitation, advocacy and coordination be adopted. Green Crescent is working closely with the United Nations, European Union, Council of Europe, the World Health Organization, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Federation of Islamic Medical Associations (FIMA). SYRIA RELIEF...... ROLE OF EGYPTIAN IMA Dr Omar all Ayat the former member of FIMA ExCo along with his family went to Hatay and then to a farthest point inside Aleppo and took with them huge supplies of food items, clothing and drugs. IMARET ON YOUTUBE (IMAM Response & Relief Team) ASEAN FIMA MEETING A regional meeting of FIMA members from Indonesia (IMANI) & Bangsamoro Medical Societies, Mindanao (Philippines) and IMAM was held recently in Johor Bahu, Malaysia. IMAM is part of a larger Federation of Islamic Medical Association (FIMA). The issues relating to the region were discussed and it was re-affirmed that such meetings shall be held periodically preferably in conjunction with the annual meetings of individual IMAs. Dr. Rashid, General Secretary of FIMA was hopeful that it will positively contribute towards a better medical fraternity that benefits the Ummah. ISLAMIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (IMASA) HOLDS ANNUAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN LENASIA Our “Free Medical Screening & Health Awareness Day” was offered to the community of Lenasia on Sunday - 10th April 2016 with a total of 547 screened. Screening offered: Weight, Height & BMI, Peak expiratory flow screening, Blood Pressure Testing, Glucose Testing & Cholesterol Testing and Eye screening. In addition to this, various specialists offered their expertise by consulting with patients who made appointments during their times of availability Eg: Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dermatologists, Podiatrists, Dentists, a Cardiologist & Heart Rhythm Screening. MAP conducted HIV / AIDS Testing / Counselling & TB Screening. We have also included the IMA CPR Team facilitating the “Hands Only” CPR training sessions and demos. Each year the participation of medical students [MSA] is growing and this year around 30 students attended the camp Alhumdulillah, their eagerness and dedication to volunteer the whole day was truly admirable. URGENT APPEAL FOR SYRIAN RELIEF Our three doctors will be heading to Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon. We need funds to purchase medications, medical disposables and equipments for the mission! YOU CAN HELP! Medical outreach mission to Syrian Refugee Camps, Beirut 3-10 May 2016 Mobile clinics | Needs assessment | Coordination meetings with local partners for future relief missions Help US to help THEM! Donations can be made through: Persatuan Perubatan Islam Malaysia 562834623415 Please notify: [email protected] #IMARET4SYRIA The following supplies were distributed. 20k$ infant milk. 25k$ food supplies. 25k$ medical supplies 30k$ mobile tanker for water supply. 10k$ food supplies for Ramadan. 20k$ psychosocial educational entertainment programs for young boys and girls of refugees and displaced refugee 5k$ health educational program. All the above relief activities were performed inside Syria in Aleppo and neighborhood. NDF, BANGLADESH HOLDS FELLOWSHIP MEETINGS IN R. C. PATUAKHALI & GULSHAN DHAKA DR. KEREM KıNıK ELECTED AS PRESIDENT OF TURKISH RED CRESCENT General Assembly of Turkish Red Crescent was held in Ankara with participation of delegates across the country and distinguished guests. Dr. Kerem Kınık was selected the President with the majority of votes. The General Assembly, which was held in ATO Congresium where 1,303 delegates from about 700 Turkish Red Crescent Branches attended, had the expected atmosphere of enthusiasm and Red Crescent spirit. Kerem Kınık was selected the new President of Turkish Red Crescent at the General Assembly whit participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan as the guest of honor, Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu, ministers, members of parliament, bureaucrats, and directors of non-governmental organizations. REMAINING MESSAGE OF THE PRESIDENT being held in Abuja, Nigeria hosted by the Islamic Medical Association of Nigeria. The idea to host FIMA meeting in Nigeria was put forth in Cape Town South Africa in 2013. The process of Sensitization and mobilization of members was started and it was finally approved in 32nd FIMA council meeting held in Makassar, Indonesia in 2015. The Theme of the scientific conference has been decided to be “Polio End game in Nigeria; Challenges and lessons to other vaccine preventable disease”. Following Sub-themes were also selected to be presented and discussed in parallel sessions: Management of victims of armed conflicts, Provision of health care needs for refuges; Dilemma of 21st century, Prophetic medicine; the role of Muslim Health professionals. The conference work amounts to tremendous input by its members and organizers. The following subcommittees have been formed for arrangements in the areas of advocacy, publicity, fund raising, mobilization, accommodation, transport and logistics, welfare, venue and exhibition, security and sanitation, venue and accommodation. The venue of the 33rd FIMA council meeting and the 17th IMAN & FIMA scientific conference will be at Nicon Luxury Hotel in the heart of Abuja. The programme shall be as follows. Pre council FIMA ExCo meeting 19th July.2016. FIMA council meeting 20-21st July 2016. 22-23rd July are allocated for FIMAIMAN International scientific session. The scientific committee has invited the FIMA fraternity for abstracts. The deadline of submission is 15th June 2016. In addition to the FIMA council meeting and scientific sessions there will be Students' activities and Sightseeing tour of the city. All the IMAs are requested to immediately start preparing for this mega event. Visa arrangements and boarding/lodging arrangements are being actively arranged by the local hosts. Contact Dr. Ismail Salisu ([email protected]) and Dr Ibrahim Sule([email protected]) Dr. Tanveer H. Zubairi President FIMA Headquarters: 101 West 22nd Street, Suite 106, Lombard, IL 60148, USA. Phone: (630) 932-0000 Fax: (630) 930-0005 www.fimaweb.net In the next issue of June 2016: Report on Activities of IMANA-USA, Syrian Relief, TACHE-16, Turkey & 33rd FIMA Council Meeting Abuja, Nigeria.