The 11th edition of the International Health Dialogue (IHD) by Apollo Hospitals is set to be held from February 23rd to 24th at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield. This unique conference combines the International Patient Safety Conference (IPSC) and Transforming Healthcare with Information Technology (THIT). The overarching themes for IPSC and THIT are "Future of Patient Safety" and "A to I, Achievement through Innovation" respectively. The conference anticipates the participation of more than 3000 attendees.

This International conference will see prominent industry leaders like Dr. Jitendra Singh (Minister of State), Dr. Carsten Engel (CEO ISQua), Dr. Atul Mohan Kochar (CEO, NABH), Dr. Joel Roos (VP JCI), Dr. Dana Safran (President & CEO, National Quality Forum, USA), Dr. Neelam Dhingra (WHO), S. Somnath (Chairman, ISRO) and Dr. Russell Andrews (Neurosurgeon & Former Medical Advisor at NASA Ames Research Centre), etc. alongside many healthcare and medical professionals, government officials and policymakers delve into diverse and deep discussions on matters crucial to advance patient safety standards and the role of innovation in healthcare with IT.

The conference will underscore the vital aspects of inclusivity, equality, and diversity, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of the healthcare landscape. IPSC is dedicated to tackling essential issues in patient safety by encouraging dialogue, sharing knowledge, and building collaborations in research, networking, and actionable best practices. The goal of the conference is to stimulate discussions on improved practices and well-organized systems, ultimately enhancing the safety of patient experiences and journeys.

Highlighting the necessity for collaborative efforts in addressing healthcare challenges Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise said, “Over the years, IPSC has been elevating standards of patient safety, by driving institutional learning, framing policies, and enhancing global participation in the pursuit of safer healthcare services worldwide and furthering India’s position as a global healthcare destination with outstanding quality of care. Complimenting this, the THIT conference focuses on cutting-edge advancements in healthcare technology, creating a transformative impact on the industry. This synergy of AI and technology clubbed with patient safety amplifies the reach, quality and care capacity, truly pushing boundaries in healthcare delivery".