Muscat: The Ministry of Health, represented by Omani Center for Organ Transplantation, in cooperation with Khoula Hospital and the Oman Radiology Association, organized the Neurocritical Care Conference 2026 today in Muscat Governorate. The event underscores the importance of developing specialized healthcare and enhancing the exchange of scientific expertise in the field of neurocritical care.
According to Oman News Agency, the conference features a distinguished group of consultants, specialists, and experts in neurology and intensive care from both within the Sultanate of Oman and abroad. It also involves scientific collaboration with the American Society of Neuroimaging, reflecting the advanced scientific standing and importance of the conference at both regional and international levels.
The conference aims to review the latest scientific developments and modern technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of critical neurological cases. It also seeks to discuss evidence-based clinical best practices and strengthen scientific cooperation and knowledge exchange between medical personnel and health institutions, thereby contributing to elevating the quality of health services provided to patients.
The conference program includes several specialized scientific sessions focusing on complex clinical challenges in neurocritical care and methods for addressing them according to the latest global protocols. Additionally, participants are discussing the role of advanced diagnostic techniques in supporting medical decision-making.
Accompanying the conference is a specialized workshop on neuro-ultrasound imaging for the diagnosis of brain death, which will be held on Monday and Tuesday, 9-10 February 2026. This workshop aims to raise the efficiency of medical staff and develop their practical skills in this precise field, contributing to improved diagnostic quality and the application of the approved national protocol. The organization of this conference comes as part of ongoing efforts to promote continuous medical education and keep pace with global scientific advancements in neuro-intensive care, supporting the health system's direction toward providing high-quality specialized healthcare in accordance with the best international standards.