DMU at the Emirati Medical Education Conference 2025: Pioneering the Future of AI in Medical Education

Dubai Medical University (DMU) proudly participated in the Emirati Medical Education Conference 2025, by NIHS and UAEU, showcasing its commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare education. Dr. Shifan Khanday, AI & Smart Education Unit Head and Associate Dean of Research at DMU, represented the university as a distinguished speaker and panelist in the session on AI in Innovative Teaching in Medical Education.

The Groundbreaking Concept of the Digital Twin Model

During the event, Dr. Khanday introduced the groundbreaking concept of the Digital Twin Model, a transformative approach that leverages AI-driven simulations and virtual replicas of instructors and healthcare environments to enhance personalized learning and assessment in medical education. Speaking on the panel, Dr. Khanday emphasized how the Digital Twin Model can revolutionize hybrid technology for clinical training, teaching and learning, and student competency assessment, ensuring data-driven, adaptive learning experiences for future healthcare professionals.

Leading AI-Driven Medical Education in the UAE

DMU continues to lead in AI-driven medical education, integrating cutting-edge technologies into teaching methodologies to prepare students for the evolving landscape of healthcare. The universities presence at the conference underscores its dedication to shaping the future of medical education in the UAE and beyond. This commitment is further evidenced by initiatives such as the IMECON-24 pre-conference workshop on Education 2.0: Unlocking the Potential of AI in Medical Teaching and Learning.

Academic Programs at Dubai Medical University

To support its vision and mission, DMU offers the following academic programs:

• Doctor Of Medicine 6 Years
• Doctor Of Medicine 4 Years
• Bachelor Of Biomedical Science
• MS in Health Professions Education
• PG Diploma in Health Professions Education

Summary of DMU Participation at EMEC 2025

The following highlights represent key data regarding DMU's involvement in the conference:

• Event: Emirati Medical Education Conference 2025 (by NIHS and UAEU)
• Date: February 20, 2025
• Key Representative: Dr. Shifan Khanday, AI & Smart Education Unit Head
• Featured Innovation: AI-driven Digital Twin Model for simulations
• Target Focus: Personalized learning and student competency assessment

Stay tuned for more updates on DMU’s AI-powered advancements in healthcare education!