Main Confernce
Main Conference
THEME:
“Transformation”
” Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2)
Sub-Themes
Target: Individual (students, young professionals, graduates), groups (workplace, churches, where we live), community (national organizations)
These plenary and breakout topics should help foster meaningful discussions and provide valuable insights for the attendees of the ICMDA West Africa Regional Conference while promoting the theme of “Transformation” in the field of healthcare.
| Topic | Objectives | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Renewing the Mind for Kingdom Impact: Lessons from Romans 12:1-2 Practical insights into spiritual transformation and its implications for medical professionals. | To explain the concept of renewing the mind and its relevance in medicine. To challenge participants to align their medical careers with biblical transformation. To provide practical steps for daily spiritual renewal amidst professional demands. | Joshua Bogunjoko |
| 2. The Great Physician’s Model: Embracing the transformative Agenda of Christ – The Nazareth manifesto (Lk 4:16-21) | To study Jesus’ healing ministry as a model for Christian medical practice. To examine how faith and compassion impact patient care. To encourage participants to see their work as a continuation of Christ’s healing mission. | Joshua Bogunjoko |
| 3. Faith, Hope, and Healing: Transformed to transform- engaging the great commission to change communities (Matt 28:18-20) | To explore biblical examples of faith during medical crises. To equip participants with biblical responses to professional and ethical uncertainties. To strengthen reliance on God as the ultimate healer and guide. | Joshua Bogunjoko |
| 1. Be Transformed: Living Out Romans 12:2 in Medicine and Dentistry | To explore how Christian healthcare professionals can resist secular pressures and live out biblical transformation. To provide practical steps for renewing the mind and aligning medical practice with God’s will. To encourage participants to influence healthcare with integrity and Christ-centered values. | Prof. Anthony Enimil |
| 2. Healing the Whole Person: Integrating Faith into Holistic Healthcare | To examine the biblical perspective on holistic healing, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. To discuss how Christian practitioners can incorporate faith-based approaches in patient care. To equip participants with tools to balance professional expertise with compassionate, Christ-like care. | Ojimadu Ezekiel |
| 3. Medical Practice in a Transforming World: Challenges and Opportunities for Christian Practitioners | To analyze how global healthcare trends impact Christian medical professionals. To discuss ethical challenges and faith-based solutions in an evolving medical landscape. To inspire participants to use their medical careers as a platform for God’s Kingdom. | Peter Saunders |
| 4. Leading with Integrity: The Transformational Power of Servant Leadership in Healthcare | To define the principles of servant leadership from a biblical perspective. To explore how integrity and humility influence healthcare leadership. To encourage Christian professionals to model Christ-like leadership in their institutions. | Prof Chima Onoka |
| Topic | Brief | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in a Secular Healthcare System | To identify common ethical challenges Christian professionals face. To provide biblical and ethical frameworks for making difficult medical decisions. To equip participants with tools to uphold Christian values in secular environments. | Gimba Zumnan |
| 2. The Sanctity of Life: Christian Perspectives on Abortion and Euthanasia | To examine biblical and ethical perspectives on life and end-of-life care. To provide a compassionate and informed Christian response to these issues. To equip participants with arguments and strategies for upholding life in medical practice. | |
| 3. Balancing Profit and Service: Ethical Issues in Private Medical Practice | To discuss the tension between financial sustainability and ethical service in medicine. To examine biblical principles of stewardship and justice in healthcare business models. To provide strategies for maintaining integrity while running a medical practice. | Asemota Osemwen |
| 4. Truth-Telling in Medicine: Ethics of Disclosure and Confidentiality | To explore biblical and professional obligations in medical communication. To discuss ethical dilemmas in truth-telling and patient confidentiality. To equip participants with best practices for ethical patient interactions. | Appiah Thomson |
| 5. Building Christ-Centered Families as Medical Professionals | To discuss the challenges of maintaining faith-based family values in medicine. To explore practical ways to prioritize family life amidst a demanding profession. To encourage participants to raise God-honoring families despite career pressures. | Prof. Oluwatossin |
| 6. Witnessing for Christ in a Pluralistic Workplace | To explore opportunities and challenges of faith-sharing in medicine. To provide strategies for ethical and respectful evangelism in professional settings. To equip participants to be salt and light in the healthcare industry. | Alex Etubi |
| 7. Preventing Burnout: The Role of Sabbath Rest for Doctors | To examine the biblical principle of rest and its application in medicine. To provide practical strategies for preventing and managing burnout. To encourage participants to prioritize spiritual and physical well-being. | Prof. Anthony Enimil |
| 8. Growing Spiritually Amidst a Busy Medical Career | To discuss the challenges of spiritual growth for medical professionals. To provide practical disciplines for maintaining a strong faith. To encourage consistency in personal and corporate worship. | Courage Uhunmwangho |
| 9. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in the Medical Field | To identify common causes of self-doubt in young medical professionals. To provide a biblical perspective on identity and calling. To equip participants with confidence in God’s purpose for their careers. | Boma Okoh |
| 10. Combating Corruption in Healthcare Systems: A Biblical Perspective | To analyze the impact of corruption in West African healthcare. To explore biblical principles of integrity and accountability. To inspire Christian professionals to be agents of ethical reform. | Gimba Zumnan |
| 11. Advocating for Healthcare Equity in Low-Resource Settings Organization | To discuss challenges of healthcare accessibility and affordability. To explore how Christian doctors can advocate for medical justice. To equip participants with strategies for improving community health outcomes. | Emmanuel Ekynaba |
| 12. Encouraging Sexual Purity and Godly Relationships Among Medical Students | To discuss the biblical principles of purity and their relevance to medical students. To equip participants with strategies for maintaining godly relationships amidst academic pressures. To encourage accountability and mentorship in pursuing sexual purity. | Gloria Kyeremeh |
| 13.Addressing Infertility and Miscarriage with Compassion and Truth | To provide a biblical perspective on infertility and miscarriage. To equip Christian medical professionals with compassionate ways to support affected patients. To discuss ethical concerns surrounding fertility treatments from a faith-based viewpoint. | David Kupualor |
| 14. Practicing Healthcare as a Ministry: Integrating Faith and Work | To explore how healthcare can be a platform for sharing the love of Christ. To provide practical ways to incorporate faith into daily medical practice. To inspire participants to see their profession as a divine calling. | Alex Bolek |
| 15. Prayer as a Tool for Patient Care: Insights and Boundaries | To examine the role of prayer in medical practice and patient interactions. To discuss ethical and professional boundaries when offering prayer in a clinical setting. To equip participants with best practices for incorporating prayer in patient care respectfully. | Jacqueline Asibe |
| 16. Finding Purpose in Medicine: (My Testimony from the Mission Field) | To help participants align their medical careers with God’s purpose. To explore how faith informs professional aspirations and daily practice. To encourage seeking God’s guidance in career decisions. | Augustin Lutakwa |
| 17. Trusting God in Career Transitions | To explore biblical principles for navigating career changes. To encourage reliance on God when facing uncertainty in medical careers. To provide practical strategies for making faith-based career decisions. | Edor Joseph |
| 18. Whole person medicine | Kayode Iyun/ Femi Olowokere | |
| 19. The Importance of Mentorship for Young Christian Doctors | To discuss the biblical model of mentorship and discipleship in medicine. To explore how mentorship impacts career growth and spiritual maturity. To encourage participants to seek and become godly mentors. | Alex Etubi |
| 20. Transforming Communities Through Faith-Based Public Health Initiatives | To explore the role of Christian medical professionals in community health. To provide practical models for integrating faith and public health efforts. To encourage participants to advocate for health justice with a biblical perspective. | Prof. Chima Onoka |