Health Professions Education Forum 2026

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, and upon his family and companions.
It is my honor and pleasure to welcome you to Najran University,an academic institution that continues to fulfill its mission of supporting higher education, advancing scientific research, and serving the community, thereby contributing to sustainable development and investment in knowledge, in alignment with the objectives of national development and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
The organization of the Health Professions Education Forum 2026 affirms the University’s commitment to advancing the health education system, enhancing the quality of its outcomes, and keeping pace with global developments in health professions education through innovation, establishment of high-quality scientific partnerships, and integration with relevant sectors.
This forum embodies a leading model of constructive institutional collaboration between Najran University and the Saudi Society for Medical Education. The Society, as a national scientific reference body, plays an active role in supporting scientific research, developing educational practices, and disseminating the best experiences and international standards in health professions education, in a way that enhances the forum’s scientific value and deepens its professional impact.
The continuing support of our good government for the education and health sectors has enabled Saudi universities to fulfill their pioneering role in preparing qualified national cadres who contribute to improving the quality of life and advancing healthcare services.
This forum is a comprehensive scientific platform for constructive dialogue, sharing expertise, and envisioning the future of health professions education. It also seeks to strengthen the link between education and healthcare practice, all of which contribute positively to human health and community development.
We welcome you all and look forward to high-quality outcomes and constructive recommendations that contribute to the development of the health education system and enhance its national and societal impact.

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon the noblest of Prophets and Messengers.
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Health Professions Education Forum 2026, organized by the College of Medicine in partnership with the Saudi Society for Medical Education. This scholarly gathering brings together a distinguished group of academics, practitioners, and stakeholders committed to advancing health professions education.
The organization of this forum aligns with the strategies and objectives of Najran University, which aim to enhance the quality of its academic programs, develop its curricula, and adopt the latest educational approaches and technologies. This effort supports the rapidly evolving digital transformation in medical education and support the outcomes of health education and training.
The College has placed particular emphasis on promoting active learning and enhancing academic assessment, alongside leveraging modern technologies to improve learning outcomes and build professional competencies.
We highly value the effective partnership with the Saudi Society for Medical Education and commend its national role in advancing health professions education. The Society’s ongoing contributions to supporting scientific research, building academic competency, and disseminating best practices in health professions education significantly enhance the scientific value of the forum and enrich its outcomes.
This forum serves as a scientific platform for integrating perspectives, exchanging expertise, and discussing future directions in health professions education. It contributes to developing faculty competencies, enhancing graduate readiness, and strengthening the role of medical education in serving the community.
At the College of Medicine, we believe that the quality of medical education is the cornerstone of high-quality healthcare. We look forward to the forum's achievement of its objectives and the production of practical recommendations and initiatives that support the sustainable development of health professions education.
In conclusion, I extend my sincere gratitude and appreciation to His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Abdulrahman bin Ibrahim Al-Khedhairi, for his patronage and supervision of the forum, to His Excellency the President of the Saudi Society for Medical Education, Dr. Hassan bin Ali Al-Zahrani, for his support and constructive cooperation, and to all those involved in organizing the forum. I wish you a rich and fruitful scientific forum.

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds and peace and blessings be upon the noblest of Prophets and Messengers.

On behalf of the Saudi Society for Medical Education (SSME), it is my pleasure to welcome you all to the Health Professions Education (HPE) Forum 2026. This year’s forum holds special significance as it is a direct outcome of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Najran University and the SSME reflecting our shared commitment to excellence in health education.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the President of Najran University for his wise leadership and continuing support in fostering this collaboration and hosting this event. We also extend special thanks to the Dean of the College of Medicine at Najran University for his pivotal role and dedication in bringing this forum to fruition.

Our sincere appreciation goes to the Scientific and Organizing Committees whose diligent work and meticulous planning have ensured a diverse and high-caliber program. Thanks to this collective institutional dedication we are able to bring together healthcare professionals from across the Kingdom to exchange knowledge and foster innovation.

Our shared mission to enhance the health and well-being of our communities—lies  at the heart of this gathering. As a well-established scientific society the SSME feels  pride in our robust research culture. Through our strategic partnership with Najran University we remain steadfast in the belief that research is the cornerstone of continuing improvement in healthcare delivery. The 2026 forum provides an ideal platform for presenting cutting-edge findings and discussing global best practices ranging from next-generation technologies to learner-centered methodologies.

We invite you to make the most of all the forum’s activities build bridges of communication with your colleagues and launch new academic and professional partnerships. We are confident that these days will serve as an effective catalyst for knowledge exchange and professional growth.
Once again we welcome you to the  (HPE) Forum 2026 and wish you an inspiring and productive experience where we learn share knowledge and grow together.