Kuwait Pharmaceutical Advancement Conference and Exhibition (KPAC)

We are thrilled to announce the Kuwait Pharmaceutical Conference and Exhibition which will be held over two days from 5th to 6th of May 2024 at Grand Hyatt hotel under the sponsorship of the Kuwait Pharmaceutical Association.
  • Vision
    To advance the role of pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care services in Kuwait
  • Mission
    Ensure representation of all pharmacy sectors in Kuwait. Highlight career opportunities to all pharmacists in Kuwait. Continuing professional development for pharmacists in Kuwait. Improve patient care in all pharmacy sectors

KPAC Event Agenda

Lectures

Gain invaluable insights from leading experts at our curated lectures, designed to inspire, inform, and propel the pharmaceutical industry forward through cutting-edge research and innovative practices

Workshops

Participate in interactive workshops, where hands-on experiences and collaborative learning provide practical skills and knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of the pharmaceutical industry

Pharmaceutical Exhibition

Explore the future of healthcare at the Pharmaceutical Exhibition, where innovation, technology, and industry leaders come together to showcase the latest advancements and solutions in pharmaceuticals


Day 1: Lectures
Time Session Speaker
12:30 – 13:30 Registration
13:30 – 13:35 Keynote speaker
13:35 – 14:00 Shingles vaccines: What do we know? Dr. Ahmad Alenizy
SESSION 1: DRUG SUPERVISION AND PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING
(Moderator: Ph. Khalid Hussain)
14:00 - 14:25 Regulatory affairs policies and challenges Dr. Donia Albastaki
14:25 – 14:50 Costs-of-illness studies: A need in Kuwait Dr. Maryam Alowayesh
14:50 – 15:15 Strategies to overcome drug shortages: The Omani experience Ph. Hibah AlAbri
15:15 – 15:40 A closer look at the current status of drug manufacturing in Kuwait Dr. Rashed Khazal
15:40 – 16:05 Pharmacy inspection process in Kuwait Dr. Reem AlEessa
16:05 – 16:30 Pharmaceutical market and regulatory environment in Türkiye Dr. Hakkı Gürsöz
16:30 – 16:40 Panel discussion
SESSION 2: CLINICAL PHARMACY
(Moderator: Dr. Fatma AlRashed)
16:40 – 17:05 Dose adjustment in patient with liver failure Ph. Fatema Fakhra
17:05 – 17:30 Management of carbapenem-resistant gram-negative infections Dr. Khalid Eljaaly
17:30 – 17:55 A practical guide to the GDMT used for patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) Dr. Munirah Burezq
17:55 – 18:20 Challenges of antimicrobial dose adjustment in critically ill patients Ph. Nour Almomen
18:20 – 18:30 Panel discussion
18:30 – 19:00 Sponsor session
19:00 – 19:30 Break
19:00 – 19:30 Opening ceremony and exhibition
Day 1: Workshops
Time Session Speaker Location
13:00 – 15:00 Available antidotes in Kuwait Kuwait Poison Control Center (KPCC) Room no. 2
15:00 – 16:00 Using the Bayesian software for vancomycin dosing Dr. Faisal Alenezi Room no. 1
16:00 – 17:00 Microbiology guide to interpreting susceptibility reports Dr. Hussain Alshamari Room no. 1
17:00 – 19:00 PharmaQuest KuPSA Room no. 1
17:00 – 18:00 The importance of establishing drug & medical device authorities in countries Dr. Abdullah Al-Mesned Room no. 2

Day 2: Lectures
Time Session Speaker
13:00 – 13:50 Registration
SESSION 3: PHARMACY EDUCATION AND TRAINING
(Moderator: Dr. Afrah AlKazemi)
13:50 – 14:15 The journey of pharmacy education in Kuwait Dr. Dalal AlTaweel
14:15 – 14:40 How to establish post-graduation training programs? Dr. Alexander Mullen
14:40 – 15:05 Pharmacy post-graduate training experience: The Saudi journey Dr. Ahmad Aljedai
15:05 – 15:30 What’s in the horizon for pharmacists in KIMS Dr. Maitham Husain
15:30 – 15:40 Panel discussion
15:40 – 16:05 Single medication to both treat and prevent migraine: What is the evidence? Dr. Osama Tabara
16:05 – 16:45 Value based procurement of off-patent pharmaceuticals, implementation and success criteria of the MCDA tool Ass. Prof. Andras Inotai
SESSION 4: PHARMACY PRACTICE AND TOXICOLOGY
(Moderator: Dr. Afrah AlAdwani)
16:45 – 17:10 Roles and responsibilities of community pharmacists Ph. Ansam Marafi
17:10 – 17:35 Rational de-prescribing in the elderly Dr. Hailah Aldosari
17:35 – 18:00 Pharmaceutical care services for older adults Ph. Mariam AlHaddad
18:00 – 18:25 Introduction into the Kuwait poison control center: Where are we now? Dr. Abdullatif Aloumi
18:25 – 18:35 Panel discussion
18:35 – 19:00 Break
19:00 – 19:30 Closing ceremony
Day 2: Workshops
Time Session Speaker Location
11:00 – 13:00 Guidance document for compounding of sterile and non-sterile preparations Focus group Room no. 2
12:00 – 13:00 GCC Infectious Diseases Meeting Focus group Room no. 1
15:00 – 16:00 Practical scenarios for warfarin dosing and monitoring Dr. Asmaa AlBuloushi Room no. 1
17:00 – 18:00 كيف تدير صيدليتك: الدليل الكامل لإدارة صيدليتك بطريقة ناجحة ومربحة وتنافسية Ph. Eman AlQadhi Room no. 1
17:30 – 20:30 Advocacy guidance: Multi-criteria decision analysis for off-patent pharmaceuticals Dr. Andras Inotai Room no. 2
18:00 – 19:00 Clinical pharmacy in Kuwait: challenges and needs Focus group Room no. 1

Interested?

Join us for a series of inspiring sessions and engaging discussions.

Registration
Embracing Innovation for a Healthier Tomorrow

Dear Esteemed Guests, Colleagues, and Friends, Welcome to the Kuwait Pharmaceutical Advancement Conference and Exhibition. It's an honor to host this gathering of minds and professionals dedicated to the pharmaceutical industry's growth and innovation. Our agenda is packed with insightful sessions and discussions designed to inspire and inform. We stand at the forefront of a transformative era in healthcare, and together, we can navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. I invite you to engage fully, exchange knowledge, and build connections that will shape the future of our industry. Thank you for being a part of this important journey. Let's make this conference a milestone in our collective pursuit of excellence and advancement.

Speakers

Learn from a distinguished lineup of speakers, including industry pioneers, renowned scientists, and healthcare visionaries, all sharing their expertise and breakthroughs to drive forward pharmaceutical innovation and healthcare excellence.

Our Team

Meet our dedicated team, a group of passionate professionals and experts in the pharmaceutical and healthcare fields, committed to organizing a transformative event that fosters innovation, collaboration, and advancement within the industry

Our partners