Medical Specialties
A comprehensive understanding of medical specialties and what each path requires.
Website made by Damari
AfterMed26 Conference
Your Medical Future Starts Here
A three-day conference designed to help healthcare students, interns, and early-career physicians explore specialties, build practical skills, and prepare for real career opportunities.
3 Days
Experts
Real Opportunities
Header Highlights
Your First Step Toward a Clear Professional Future
Join a conference that offers a comprehensive understanding of medical specialties, practical skills, expert access, and real preparation for residency programs.
Practical Skills
Interactive workshops in CV writing, interviews, and professional self-presentation.
Expert Access
Connect directly with physicians, consultants, and experienced professionals.
Residency Readiness
Learn more about residency pathways, applications, and career planning.
Conference Introduction
About AfterMed26
This conference serves as a scientific and interactive platform aimed at empowering healthcare students to explore their career paths more deeply and enhance their understanding of labor market requirements and various medical specialties.
The conference focuses on providing a comprehensive overview of key medical fields such as surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and others through hosting a distinguished group of experienced physicians and consultants who will share their real-life experiences and professional advice.
The conference also aims to highlight different career development pathways, including clinical training, residency programs, scholarship opportunities, and working in both the public and private sectors. In addition, it explores emerging fields such as medicine and artificial intelligence, as well as entrepreneurship in healthcare.
The role of the conference extends beyond knowledge delivery to include the development of practical skills through workshops such as CV writing and interview preparation, helping participants build a strong professional profile. The conference primarily targets healthcare students, interns, and early-career physicians.
Why Should You Attend?
- Gain deep insights into your future specialty through experienced physicians and consultants.
- Define your career path with clarity and confidence.
- Develop your CV and enhance your skills through interactive workshops.
- Strengthen your chances of residency acceptance and job-market readiness.
Not Sure Which Specialty to Choose?
- Discover specialties from real-world perspectives.
- Get equipped with CV and interview skills.
- Understand the steps for residency acceptance.
Conference Objectives
What the Conference Aims to Deliver
Exploring various medical specialties and understanding the scope and requirements of each path to make informed career decisions.
Enhancing early professional readiness by learning about residency programs, application processes, and admission requirements.
Developing application and employment skills, including building a professional medical CV and improving professional profiles.
Training on interview skills to increase confidence and effectiveness during applications.
Developing communication and networking skills to support academic and professional growth.
Providing opportunities for direct interaction with physicians, consultants, and peers to exchange experiences and guidance.
Expanding professional opportunities by exploring careers in both the public and private sectors, as well as scholarship opportunities.
Keeping up with modern advancements in medicine such as artificial intelligence and healthcare entrepreneurship.
Participating in interactive workshops designed to enhance practical and applied skills.
Workshop Description
CV Development & Medical Interview Skills Workshop
This comprehensive workshop equips participants with the skills needed to build a professional CV and master interview techniques with confidence and competence.
CV Writing
- Learning the proper structure and organization of a medical CV.
- Highlighting academic achievements and practical experiences effectively.
- Avoiding common mistakes that reduce acceptance chances.
- Hands-on improvement with direct feedback.
- Tips on tailoring CVs for different opportunities.
Interview Skills
- Understanding common questions in medical and residency interviews.
- Effective answering strategies and professional self-presentation.
- Managing stress and building confidence during interviews.
- Mock interviews with immediate and constructive feedback.
Workshop Outcome
By the end of the workshop, each participant will have an improved, ready-to-use CV and a clear understanding of how to adapt it for different opportunities, with stronger confidence in interviews.
Conference Program
Conference Timeline
Updated final schedule for the three conference days.
Day 1
23 AprilDay One
5:20 - 5:45 PM
Main Hall
Opening Speech
Opening speech
5:45 - 6:25 PM
6:25 - 6:55 PM
Break
1st Break
Networking and refreshment break.
6:55 - 7:35 PM
7:35 - 8:15 PM
8:15 - 8:35 PM
Break
2nd Break
Short break before the final sessions.
8:35 - 9:15 PM
9:15 - 9:55 PM
Day 2
24 AprilDay Two
4:00 - 4:25 PM
Main Hall
Opening Speech
Opening speech
4:25 - 5:05 PM
5:05 - 5:45 PM
5:45 - 6:25 PM
6:25 - 6:55 PM
Break
1st Break
Networking and refreshment break.
6:55 - 7:35 PM
7:35 - 8:15 PM
8:15 - 8:35 PM
Break
2nd Break
Short break before the final sessions.
8:35 - 9:15 PM
Day 3
25 AprilDay Three
10:00 - 10:25 AM
Main Hall
Opening Speech
Opening speech
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
All day
10:25 - 11:05 AM
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
11:05 - 11:45 AM
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
11:45 AM - 12:25 PM
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
12:25 - 12:55 PM
Break
Break
Midday break.
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
12:55 - 1:35 PM
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
1:35 - 2:15 PM
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Continues all day
2:15 - 2:55 PM
Closing
Honor Ceremony
Closing ceremony
Secondary Hall
Hackathon
Final all-day activity
Courses
Workshop Courses Schedule
Day 1
Break7:10 - 7:40 PM
Short break
Day 2
Break6:40 - 7:00 PM
Short break
Day 3
Break12:25 - 12:55 PM
Short break
Speakers
Doctors & Speakers
Meet the featured speakers, their qualifications, and the sessions they are contributing to.
Dr. Abdulaziz Asiri
Speaker for: Plastic Surgery
- Graduated with honors from King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.
- European Board in Plastic Surgery.
- French Board in Plastic Surgery.
- French diplomas in microsurgery and advanced hand surgery.
- Assistant Professor and Consultant at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah.
Dr. Omar Batooq
Speaker for: Orthopedics
- Canadian Board from the University of Toronto.
- Jordanian Board and Saudi Board in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Subspecialty training in sports injuries, foot & ankle, and joint replacement.
- Master’s in Medical Education.
- Consultant at King Abdulaziz Medical City and Assistant Professor at KSAU-HS.
Dr. Fadi Tunsi
Speaker for: How to Choose Your Specialty
- Consultant of Interventional Radiology.
Dr. Ashjan Kasib
Speaker for: Radiology
- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) – King Abdulaziz University.
- Saudi Board in Diagnostic Radiology.
- French Fellowship in Nuclear Medicine.
- Assistant Professor, University of Jeddah.
- Course Director of Radiology.
- Consultant in Nuclear Medicine, Al-Salama Hospital.
Dr. Maan Jamjoom
Speaker for: Emergency Medicine
- Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah.
- Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.
- MBBS, University of Jordan.
- Saudi Board of Emergency Medicine.
- Fellowship in Simulation and Medical Education, University of Ottawa.
Dr. Khaled Al Fares
Speaker for: Medicine & AI
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), King Abdulaziz University.
- American Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
- American Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
- Assistant Professor and Consultant in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at King Abdulaziz University.
- Works with International Medical Center and Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital.
- X / Snapchat / LinkedIn: Khalid_Alfares.
Dr. Sami Hamdan Alzahrani
Speaker for: Private Sector
- Director of the Health Promotion Center.
- Family Medicine Consultant at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
- Professor at the College of Medicine.
- Former Director of the Vaccination Center at King Abdulaziz University.
- Former Head of the Family Medicine Department at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
- X: @drsamihz.
Dr. Ahmed Nazzer
Speaker for: Urology
- King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.
- Saudi Board in Urology.
- Robotic Uro-oncology Fellowship – UCLH.
- Consultant at NGHA Riyadh.
- Previous Consultant at UCLH.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al Sabbagh
Speaker for: Neurosurgery
- MBBS, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah.
- Residency in Neurosurgery, McGill University, Montreal.
- Fellowship in Epilepsy and General Neurosurgery, Montreal Neurological Institute.
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada in Neurosurgery.
- Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship, Montreal Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Abdullah Badahman
Speaker for: ICU
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), King Abdulaziz University.
- Saudi Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
- Saudi Fellowship in Adult Critical Care Medicine.
- Residency Training Program Director, Adult Critical Care Medicine.
- Regional ICU Residency Education Coordinator (Western Region).
Dr. Abdulrahman Al Ahmadi
Speaker for: SMLE
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, UQU.
- Saudi Board of Internal Medicine.
- Adult Pulmonology Fellowship (ongoing).
- Pulmonology Fellow at Prince Sultan Medical Military City, Riyadh.
- Former Regional Chief Resident of Internal Medicine Board in the Western Region.
Dr. Aseel Alghanemi
Speaker for: Family Medicine
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), King Abdulaziz University.
- Saudi & Arab Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Fellowship in Palliative Medicine, McGill University, Canada.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine.
- Head of Academic Committee, Family Medicine Program.
- Consultant at Ayadati Clinics.
Dr. Rajaa Al Redadi
Speaker for: Research Career
- King Abdulaziz University graduate.
- Saudi Board of Preventive Medicine & Public Health.
- Preventive Cardiology training and Diploma in Clinical Research.
- Chair of Research Ethics Committee at King Abdulaziz University.
- Former Chairman of Scientific Board of Preventive Medicine and former Preventive Medicine Residency Training Program Director at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
- X: @alraddadir.
Dr. Sadiq Al Qutb
Speaker for: Forensic Medicine
- Assistant Professor in Forensic Medicine and Pathology, King Abdulaziz University (2024 – Present).
- Forensic Pathology Fellow, University of Michigan (2022–2023).
- Surgical Pathology Fellow, Case Western Reserve University / University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (2021–2022).
- Anatomical Pathology Resident, George Washington University (2018–2021).
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Johns Hopkins University (2017–2018).
- MBBS, King Abdulaziz University (2007–2014).
Dr. Basmah Al Dukhnani
Speaker for: Academic Career
- MBBS, King Abdulaziz University.
- Master’s in Clinical Biochemistry.
- PhD in Immunology.
- Academic Leadership Fellowship.
- Associate Professor of Clinical Biochemistry and Vice Dean for Quality and Academic Accreditation.
Dr. Rania Magadmi
Speaker for: Academic Career
- MBBS (KAU).
- PhD from University of Sheffield.
- Associate Professor, Clinical Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, KAU.
- PHA201 course coordinator and member at Quality Unit, Faculty of Medicine, KAU.
- Member at Multi-Mini Interview, Faculty of Medicine, KAU.
- Head of Postgraduate Studies, Clinical Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, KAU.
- Former Head of GIT Module and Head of Student Support Unit, Faculty of Medicine, KAU.
- X: @RaniaMagadmi.
Dr. Susan Al Kaf
Speaker for: OB/GYN
- Associate Professor at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
- Consultant Obstetrics/Gynecology and Infertility.
- Canadian Board of OB/GYN.
- Canadian Board of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
- Fellow of the American College of OB/GYN.
Dr. Abdulrahman Azab
Speaker for: Internal Medicine
- Bachelor’s Degree – King Abdulaziz University.
- American Board of Internal Medicine.
- Canadian Board of Internal Medicine.
- Canadian Fellowship in Endocrinology and Diabetes.
- University of Toronto Fellowship in Thyroid Diseases and Oncology.
- Head of the Endocrinology and Diabetes Division.
- X: @AmsAzab.
Dr. Homam Al Qandeil
Speaker for: Pediatrics
- Consultant Pediatric Neonatologist.
- Lactation Consultant.
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at King Saud University.
- Fellowship in Neonatology/Perinatal Medicine, McGill University.
- Medical Director at Nahdi Medical Clinics.
Dr. Samraa Suleiman
Speaker for: Study Abroad
- Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist Consultant and Assistant Professor at King Abdulaziz University (2014 – Present).
- Post-Doctoral Fellow in Cultural Psychiatry, Columbia University (2013–2014).
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow, New York University School of Medicine (2011–2013).
- Adult Psychiatry Resident, Tufts Medical Center (2008–2011).
- Earlier pediatric residency training at King Fahd Army Hospital, Jeddah (2004–2006).
- Medical school at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah.
Dr. Abdullah Tayeb
Speaker for: Anesthesia
- Graduate of Jordan University of Science and Technology.
- American Board of Anesthesiology.
- Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesia, Boston.
- Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia, Boston.
- Chair of Anesthesia at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Jeddah.
Dr. Saleh Al Huwaidi
Speaker for: Military Medicine
- Bachelor of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University.
- PGY-3, Family Medicine Residency Program, King Abdulaziz University Hospital – Jeddah.
- Secretary of the Student Advisory Committee, King Abdulaziz University.
- Board Member, Health Promotion Center, King Abdulaziz University.
- Founder and President, Doctors for Life Volunteer Team, King Abdulaziz University.
- Secretary of the Public Relations Club, King Abdulaziz University.
Dr. Rehab Al Harbi
Speaker for: Dermatology
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah.
- German Board Certified in Dermatology.
- Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine and Laser.
- Fellowship in Allergy.
- Consultant Dermatologist (Aesthetic & Laser).
- Assistant Professor, King Abdulaziz University.
Dr. Alaa Mufti
Speaker for: Ophthalmology
- MBBS, King Abdulaziz University.
- Saudi Board in Ophthalmology.
- Saudi and Canadian fellowships in Glaucoma.
- Canadian fellowship in Glaucoma and Complex Anterior Segment Surgery.
- Assistant Professor and consultant ophthalmologist in Jeddah.
Dr. Almoaidbellah Rammal
Speaker for: ENT
- American and Canadian Board certified (MBBS, M.Sc., FRCSC, ABO).
- Assistant Professor and Consultant.
- Residency Program Director.
- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, King Abdulaziz University.
Dr. Ghadeer Jamjoom
Speaker for: General Surgery
- MBBS, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah.
- Saudi Board Certificate in General Surgery.
- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at McGill.
- Minimally Invasive HPB Fellowship at McGill University.
- Consultant in Complex General Surgical Oncology and Advanced Minimally Invasive HPB Surgery at King Abdulaziz University Hospital and AlHabib Medical Group – Jeddah.
- X: @DrG_Jamjoum.
Dr. Asim Al Saadi
Speaker for: Doctor as a Leader
- Physician Executive MBA (PEMBA), University of Tennessee.
- Fellowship in Infection Prevention and Control, University of Manitoba.
- Fellowship in Infectious Diseases, University of Manitoba.
- Saudi Board in Internal Medicine.
- Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, KSAU-HS.
Dr. Doaa Bakhshwain
Speaker for: CV Course
- King Abdulaziz University graduate.
- MS and PhD from VCU.
- Current Supervisor of the Volunteer Office and Head of Talent and Creativity Care Unit.
- Former Head of the University Social Committee.
Prof. Samar Alsaqqaf
Speaker for: Interview Course
- Master’s and PhD from King Saud University.
- Honorary doctorate from Saint Joseph University.
- Current Director of the Local and International Collaboration Unit.
- Former Vice Dean and former academic leader in multiple institutions.
Dr. Amer Zahralayali
Speaker for: CV Course
- Graduate of University of Dammam.
- Board in Internal Medicine.
- Canadian Board in Oncology.
- Current Director of the Training Program in Oncology.
Dr. Ibrahim Alnouri
Speaker for: Interview Course
- King Abdulaziz University graduate.
- Saudi Board, Arab Board, and European Board.
- Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.
- Saudi Fellowship in Pediatrics ENT and Airway Surgery.
- Head of the local ENT training committee in the Western Region, Sector 2.
Dr. Reem Al Affari
Speaker for: CV Course
- Bachelor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine – King Abdulaziz University.
- Master’s Degree in Medical Education.
- Academic Fellowship in Family and Community Medicine – University of Toronto.
- Professional Certified Life Coach.
- Senior Lecturer in Medical Education.
- Head of Academic Mentoring and Career Advising Division, Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Elham bin Khames
Speaker for: Interview Course
- Medical school: King Abdulaziz University Faculty of Medicine.
- American Board in Pediatrics.
- Fellowship in Pediatric Palliative Care.
Dr. Rami Ahmad
Speaker for: Psychiatry
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), King Abdulaziz University.
- Saudi & Arab Board Certified in Psychiatry.
- Fellowship in Psychosomatic Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Canada.
- Director of Psychosomatic Psychiatry Program, National Guard Hospital.
- Board Member, Saudi Society of Psychosomatic Psychiatry.
Leadership Team
Conference Leaders
The four leaders behind the conference organization.
Refal Hameed Alsaedi
King Abdulaziz University
Faculty of Medicine
Fahad Ziad Aloufe
King Abdulaziz University
Faculty of Medicine
Saif ObaidAllah Alghamdi
King Abdulaziz University
Faculty of Economics and Administration
Thamer Ahmed Alamri
King Abdulaziz University
Faculty of Medicine
Gallery
Previous Conference Highlights
A quick look at previous AfterMed conference moments, venue setup, live sessions, and specialty displays.
Location
Al Andalusia Hospital
The official venue of AfterMed26.
Sponsors
Partners & Sponsors
Priority sponsors are highlighted separately above the rest of the sponsor gallery.
Priority Sponsor
Baseera Institute
Priority Sponsor
Saudi Scientific Association of Plastic Surgery and Burns
Doux
Blue Thread
Honey Bites by Shahd
Santé
Jawharah
Delta Medical Laboratories
FD
IP2
Al Ali & Co Law Firm
Registration
Registration Options
Choose the right registration path for AfterMed26.
Stage and Course Registration
For registration, please click the following link and choose what suits you.
Open Salla RegistrationCompetition Registration
Register for the competition and receive your confirmation email with your QR code.
Social Media
Follow the Conference on X / Twitter
Stay updated with the latest announcements and conference news through the official account.