On behalf of the Organizing Committee of AMAN, it gives us great pleasure to invite you to the historic and cosmopolitan city of Karachi for our International Annual Scientific Conference, to be held from 24th to 25th October 2026. The conference theme is:
“Connecting Clinical Practice with Global Public Health Developments”
The Conference has a comprehensive scientific and social program geared towards national and global needs, with a focus on climate change, environmental sustainability, family planning, women and children in crisis, and the introduction of Artificial Intelligence and robotic surgery in the medical field. The Program includes Pre-Conference Workshops, Scientific Sessions, a Pharmaceutical Exhibition, and a rich Cultural Program. We cordially invite articles and posters for the conference.
National and international key opinion leaders in the field will be participating. The Scientific Committee of the First International Conference 2026, organized by AMAN, invites researchers, clinicians, and other interested professionals to submit abstracts for Oral or Poster presentations. We welcome submissions on all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as public health topics relevant to women’s health.
This is a great opportunity to also explore the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan, with pre- and post-conference tours.
Looking forward to welcoming you to Karachi!
The Association for Mothers and Newborns (AMAN) proudly presents its First International Annual Scientific Conference 2026, taking place from 24–25 October 2026 in Karachi, Pakistan. This conference brings together national and international leaders in obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology, and public health to engage in meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration.
Guided by the theme Connecting Clinical Practice with Global Public Health Developments, the conference is designed to strengthen the link between evidence-based medicine and real-world public health challenges. The conference responds to evolving global priorities with a strong focus on women, mothers, and newborn wellbeing across diverse healthcare systems.
Convening at Pearl Continental (PC) Hotel Karachi, the conference offers a comprehensive scientific environment for learning and collaboration. The programme includes high-impact scientific sessions, skills building pre- and post-conference workshops, pharmaceutical exhibitions, and thoughtfully curated social and cultural events.
AMAN International Scientific Conference 2026 aims to provide a platform for leadership, advocacy, innovation, and action. Delegates will gain insights into emerging clinical practices, public health strategies, and future-facing technologies while fostering professional collaboration across regions.
The conference theme, Connecting Clinical Practice with Global Public Health Developments, reflects a critical global need to align clinical excellence with public health impact. As healthcare systems face increasing pressure from demographic shifts, climate challenges, and technological transformation, the conference provides a timely forum for solution-driven dialogue. Key scientific focus areas include clinical and public health aspects of maternal, newborn, and women’s health, alongside emerging challenges and innovations shaping obstetrics and gynaecology practice.
The theme also reflects a commitment to equity and recognises the interconnected factors shaping women’s health, including attention to women and children affected by crisis and displacement. Emerging topics such as Artificial Intelligence will be explored within the broader context of advancing clinical practice and strengthening health systems. Through multidisciplinary engagement and global perspectives, AMAN International Scientific Conference 2026 aims to support evidence-based approaches and policy-aligned thinking that strengthen healthcare delivery at both local and international levels.
The scientific programme of AMAN International Scientific Conference 2026 is structured to support clinical excellence, interdisciplinary learning, and global scientific exchange. Spanning three days, the agenda integrates pre-conference workshops, plenary sessions, and parallel scientific sessions addressing key priorities in maternal, newborn, and women’s health.
“Connecting Clinical Practice with Global Developments in Public Health”
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Friday, 23rd Oct 2026Pre-Conference Sessions and Workshops | ||||
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Time | Dilkhusha Hall | Conference Hall A | Conference Hall B | Conference Hall C |
8:00AM – 5:00PM | Registration | |||
9:00AM–12:00PM | Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury (OASI) Repair Facilitators: Dr Novera Chughtai, Dr. Urooj Kashif | Maternal & Childhood Vaccination Guidelines for prevention of mother to child transmission of Hep B & Hep B vaccination Birth dose Facilitator: Dr Huma Qureshi Cross the Line: Clearing Myths & Misconceptions related to HPV Vaccination Facilitators: Dr Marium Waqas, Dr Humera Mansoor | Infertility Updates WHO Guidelines on Infertility Management Speakers: | |
1:00 – 4:00PM | Postpartum Haemorrhage (PPH) PPH Elimination Anaemia correction, EMOTIVE Bundle Management Skills Facilitators: Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal, Prof Fauzia Monoo, Dr Sidra Nousheen, Prof Haleema Yasmin, Dr Shazia Jaleel, Dr Humera Mansoor, Dr Mariam Iqbal, Dr Saba Ansari | 'Stuck, Difficult, or Deep? Navigating Contraceptive Implant Insertion & Removal' Facilitator: Dr Nasser El Kholy (FIGO), Dr. Azra Ahsan, Dr. Humera Mansoor, Dr. Nuzhat Anjum, Dr. Irfana Tehseen | ||
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Saturday, 24th Oct 2026Conference Day 1 | ||||
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Time | Hall A (Ballroom A) | Hall B (Ballroom B) | Hall C (Shalimar) | Exhibition Halls (Zevar & Dilkusha) |
7:00AM-6:00PM | Registration | |||
8:00 – 9:00AM | Innovations in Medical Practice Early bCPAP & Oxygen Blending in L&D Transport - a Global Imperative Prof Thomas Burke, USA Osteoporosis & Menopause- Be strong at 60 Prof Zinnat Ara Nasreen, Bangladesh | Free Papers Effect of Educational intervention on Menstrual hygiene among Adolescent school girls in Karachi Dr Jannat Mustafa Incidence & factors associated with surgical site infection Fareeha Sheikh, AKUH Bridging knowledge gaps in C-Section surgical site infection prevention: training impact in Sindh Dr Afreen Sadia, AKUH Diagnostic accuracy of foot length measurement for identification of Preterm newborn in rural Sindh Shiyam Sunder, AKUH Myths, mandates & decision making. A qualitative exploration of Covid 19 vaccine hesitancy among pregnant women & postpartum women in Pakistan | Midwifery WHO - Labour Care Guide (LCG)
Chairpersons: Dr Patrice White Facilitators: Dr Humera Mansoor Dr Saba Ansari Dr Mariam Iqbal | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self Test |
9:00 – 10:30AM | Health literacy, Trust and Tackling Misinformation around Reproductive Health Managing the Message: Whom do you trust? Prof Paul Bluementhal, Stanford University (USA) Moderator: Panellists: Dr. Samrina Hashmi, Junaid Akram, Ms. Shahnaz Wazir Ali, Dr. Azra Ahsan | Maternal Medicine Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Benign condition with serious consequences Prof Shama Munim Frequency of Undiagnosed Subclinical and Overt Hypothyroidism in Pregnant Women of Pakistan Attitudes towards Covid-19 vaccine decision making amongst pregnant women in Pakistan Saleem Jessani, AKUH Surgical site infection among women delivered by Caesarean delivery at public sector hospitals in Sindh, Pakistan Dr Fareeha Shaikh Building Maternal vaccine demand strategies (Mixed Methods study in Pakistan) | Midwifery Session Chairpersons: Dr Patrice White Dr Farhana Memon Maternal and Newborn Nutrition Breast Feeding Challenges & Solutions today Dr Hema Divaker, FIGO Respectful Maternity Care Shirin Rahim, PhD Scholar Neonatal Resuscitation (NNR) & Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) Dr Naghmana Shafi (USA) Hands on Practice: NNR & KMC | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self Test |
10:30 –11:00AM | Tea Break & Inauguration of the Pharmaceutical Exhibition | |||
11:00AM - 1:00PM | Plenary Session A
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1:00 – 2:00PM | Lunch Break: Sponsored Symposium Endometriosis – When NOT to Operate!! Panel Discussion: Gynecologists in conversation with General Surgeons Moderator: Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal Panellists: Prof Jehan Ara Ainuddin - CPSP, Prof Alia Bashir, Dr Shazia Jaleel - UK, Prof Inam Pal - AKUH, Dr Tanveer Razi Ahmed - Pasha Clinic | |||
2:00 – 3:30PM | Contraception Balancing the Scale: Rethinking Contraception in Obesity Dr Nasser Al Kholy, FIGO Technology Supported Community Outreach (Aapi) Model for Transforming Primary Health Care Access and Services in Low Income Urban Settlements in Pakistan Ayesha Khan, Akhter Hameed Khan Foundation Post-pregnancy Contraception: IUD fitting at Caesarean Section Dr Sian Mosedale & Dr Asha Kasliwal, CoSRH WHO MEC 6th & SPR 4th Edition Every Provider, Every Consultation: Unlocking the Power of MEC Wheel in Pakistan Dr Azra Ahsan, AMAN Community Driven Solutions for Sustainable Family Planning Prof Shabnam Shamim, KMDC | Gynae Endocrinology & Infertility The art of improving ART outcome Prof Lubna Pal, Yale USA Optimizing Erectile Dysfunction management Prof Arshad Chohan, Craft Luteal Phase Support, Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal, Australian Concept fertility Center WHO guidelines on Mx of Infertility Dr Uzma Akram Emerging role of Gut Microbiomes in PMOS Prof Karim Kammeruddin, BMU PMOS Update Dr Wasfa Aijaz, JPMC | Perinatal Care ACTION III Trial, Preterm Birth & ACS Guidelines Prof Shabina Ariff, AKUH Non-study post-partum antibiotics use and risk of maternal and neonatal infection: A secondary analysis of the A-PLUS RCT Prof Sara Saleem, AKUH From Delays to Care: Improving Maternal Health in Dir Upper Dr Marium Waqas, AMAN Bakhabar Noujawan Dr Humera Mansoor, AMAN | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self Test |
3:30 – 5:00PM | Maternal & Fetal Medicine Screening for Cardiovascular disease in Pregnancy Prof Sabha Bhatti, NICVD Management of Anaemia with Cardiac disease in Pregnancy Prof Arshad Chohan, CRAFT Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy MDT Approach Prof Haleema Yasmeen, JPMC Exome Sequencing in low & High-risk women in low resource settings Prof Shama Munim, South City Hospital Newborn Screening Dr Lubna Samad, AKUH | Every Pregnancy Matters: From Global Commitment to Local Action Speakers: Ms Isra Chaker Moderator: Dr. Azra Ahsan Panellists: Prof. Dur e Samin Akram, Dr. Sidrah Nousheen, Mr. Peter Lobo | Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Prof Sughra Abbasi, KIMS Evidence Based C-Section Techniques Moderator: Dr Mariam Iqbal Interactive session using Mentimeter | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self-Test |
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7:00 – 7:45PM | Welcome & Arrival of Chief Guest | Dr Marium Waqas |
National Anthem | ||
Inaugural Address by the Conference Chairperson | Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal | |
Address by Chief Guest | ||
Professor Sadiqua Naeem Jafarey Lecture: Advancing Women’s Health through Science, Research and Leadership | Prof Emerita Tasnim Ahsan | |
Tribute to & other Professional Pakistani Women of Substance | Video | |
7:45 – 8:00PM | Conference Dinner (by invitation) | |
8:00 – 9:30PM | Welcome Musical Performance | Mr Shehzad Roy - Special guest appearance Tarab Nafees - Pakistan Idol Star |
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Sunday, 25th Oct, 2026Conference Day 2 | ||||
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Time | Hall A (Ballroom A) | Hall B (Ballroom B) | Hall C (Shalimar) | Exhibition Halls (Zevar & Dilkusha) |
8:00 – 9:00AM | Mothers Lost: From Statistics to Stories – What Verbal Autopsies Reveal Marvi kyun Mar Gayi? Narrated by Mr. Shehzad Roy Breaking the Chain - From Delays to Life-Saving Solutions Dr Azra Ahsan Moderator: Dr. Azra Ahsan Panellists: Prof Razia Korejo, Dr Sadiah A Pal, Dr Farahnaz Raza, Prof. Aisha Siddiqua, Brig Mubushra Samina A poem for Morey (Mother) Recited by Prof Lubna Hassan | Free Papers Eugonadotropic Eugonadism, unicornuate uterus, partial vaginal stenosis case report Dr Syeda Akifa Sajid (JPMC) Educational differences in cardiovascular disease prevalence among female patients in Karachi Dr Rabyiah Shakeel (Modern hospital Khi) Synchronous Neuroendocrine tumours of Cervical stump/vaginal cuff & pancreas, a challenge Dr Irum Naz Enhancing sustainability in FP interventions: DAFPAK Program in Pakistan Dr Jannat Noor (GSM) | Safe Motherhood Innovating to Save Mothers, Babies, and Young Children: 2030 & Beyond Prof Thomas Burke, Harvard, USA Unlocking FP intake through Maternal nutrition: Sabz Sitara clinics Pakistan Dr Sanober Qureshi (GSM) | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self-Test |
9:00 -10:30AM | Gynae Oncology Recent Advances in Colposcopy: Risk Based Care, Ongoing Challenges, Technology & Global screening strategies Dr Shazia Jaleel (UK) Ovarian Cancer: Early detection & screening Barriers Dr Uzma Chishti AKUH Self-Screening HPV Testing Prof Nadia Khursheed, KEMC HPV Campaign launch to routine immunization – experience from Sindh Dr Humera Mansoor, AMAN Cross the Line: Clearing Myths & Misconceptions related to HPV Vaccination Dr Humera Mansoor A comparative Analysis of Liquid based Cytology vs Pap Smear Dr Irum Naz | Violence against Women: A Public Health Crisis Dr Summaiya Syed, Police Surgeon, Karachi – Dept of Health, Sindh Clinic to Community - Data driven Pathways to Reproductive and Maternal Health Impact Dr. Tabinda Sarosh (Pathfinder) The Unfinished Agenda: Advancing Access to Safe Abortion and Post-Abortion Care Rights on Paper, Reality on the Ground: Are We Delivering for Women? Dr. Azra Ahsan (AMAN) Moderator: Dr. Yasmeen Sabeeh Qazi Panelists: Dr. Farhana Memon, Ms. Sara Malkani, Prof. Haleema Yasmin, Dr. Tasneem Fatima | SOGP & SAFOG Session Chairperson: Prof Rashid Lateef Khan Intrapartum Caesarean Delivery Classification (ICDS) in spontaneous & Induced Labour Prof Lubna Hassan, President Elect SAFOG Interventions to reduce Maternal & Newborn mortality in Pakistan Prof Rubina Sohail, Past President SAFOG Panel Discussion: Implementing Guidelines to improve SRH Panelists : Prof Yousaf Latif khan(Vice President SAFOG) & Other SAFOG Office bearers & Committee Members SOGP: Prof Azizunnisa, President SOGP Prof Aisha Siddiqua, President Elect SOGP Prof Razia Korejo, Past President SOGP Concluding Remarks: Dr Mariam Iqbal (Deputy Sec SAFOG) | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self-Test |
10:30AM – 12:00PM | Plenary B From Girls to Mothers: Re-imagining the future of vaccination
Moderator: Ms Huma Khawar - Strategic Advisor Mannion Daniels Panellists: Dr. Raj Kumar – Project Director, Sindh EPI, Dr. Sohail Raza Shaikh – Additional Director, Sindh EPI, Prof. Syeda Batool Mazhar - Consultant, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Mr. Shehzad Roy, Ms. Sidrah Kashif, Ms.Kaneez Fatima | |||
12:00-1:00PM | Plenary C When the Same patient keeps coming back: From Bedside lessons to Health system transformation Moderator: Prof Danish Siddiqui - Chairperson ObGyn, AKUH Panellists: Prof Nazli Hossain (VC DUHS), Prof Nighat Shah (VC, JPMC), Prof Shehla Baqai, Bahria University, Prof Jehan Ara Hasan, Prof Haleema Yasmeen (JPMC), Dr Farah Bari (Indus Hospital Network), Prof Bilal Khan, UMDC, Prof Farrukh Naheed, BMU | |||
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lunch Break: Sponsored Symposium Prescribing Menopause Hormone Therapy with products available in Pakistan Current Recommendations on Menopause Management - Prof Syeda Batool Mazher (President PMS) Moderator: Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal, AMAN Panellist: Prof Nazli Hameed, Prof Aisha Siddiqua, Prof Alia Bashir, Prof Sumbul Sohail -ZMU, Prof Raheel Sikander -PMS, Prof Shehzadi Saima - LRH, Dr Fauzia Rasool Memon - Australian Concept Fertility Center | |||
2:00 – 3:30 PM | Patient & Health Care Provider Safety Violence against Medical Staff Prof Shahida Hussain Tarar Medicolegal Challenges in Pakistan Prof Alia Bashir Digital Violence Against Women Prof Nadia Khursheed, KEMU Minimum standards in patient care safety & Healthcare Quality Dr Zainab Hasan, SHCC Moderator: Prof Haleema Yasmin (JPMC) Panellists: Dr Zakiuddin (HealthRAB), Dr Anila Kazmi (SIUT), Ms Hafsa Haseen, Student Rep | WHO / SOGP / AMAN / MAP Session National Guidelines for the management of PPH for Pakistan Pakistan Guidelines for Antenatal Corticosteroids Use & Pre-Term Birth (PTB) WHO Labour Care Guide (LCG) Managing Complications in Pregnancy and Childbirth (MCPC) Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postpartum and Newborn Care (PCPNC) Clinical Protocols and Guidelines: Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EMONC) | Introduction of Maternal RSV Vaccination in Pakistan Safety & Efficacy Moderator: Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal, AMAN Panelists: Prof Danish Siddiqui - AKUH, Prof Shama Munim - South City Hospital, Dr Zeryab Setna – LDH, Prof Syeda Batool Mazhar | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self-Test |
3:30 – 4:30PM | Water - Climate Change - Environment & Health Climate Change / Environment Pollution & Women’s Health Prof Jeanne Conry, Past president FIGO Green Maternity: Small changes, Big impact –Rethinking care for women, babies & Planet Dr. Shahina Zahoor Midwives at the Frontline: Advancing Climate Resilience, Preparedness, and Response for Maternal & Neonatal Health Ms Neha Mankani, ICM Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change on Maternal & Newborn Health Prof Shehla Baqai, Bahria University | Critical Research Thinking An Interactive Session Critically Evaluating Evidence in Reproductive Medicine Landscape Prof. Kashif Shafique (DUHS) Moderator: Dr Danish Shah Tariq | Maternal Perinatal Nutrition & The Baby’s first 1000 Days Govt Policies on Breast Milk Substitutes and Young Child Nutrition Prof. Dure Samin Akram, PPA Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) Prof Sadiah Ahsan Pal Breast Feeding Challenges & Solutions today Dr Hema Divaker, FIGO Impact of Global Climate change on maternal child health & Nutrition Dr Naveed Bhutto | Hands on PPH Booth
Hands on Family Planning Booth Labour Care Guide Booth Bakhabar Noujawan Booth Cervical Cancer Screening
HPV Self-Test |
4:30– 5:30PM | Plenary D Bridging the Divide: A Media–Medic Dialogue for public good Moderator: Ms. Zofeen Ebrahim Panellists: Hussain Dada, Ms Munazza Siddiqui, Ms. Sidrah Dar, Dr. Aamir Jafarey, Dr. Nosheen Razi, Dr. Faiza Bhutto | |||
5:30 – 6:00 PM | Closing Ceremony | |||
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