Global rural Health Summit

WONCA South Asia Regional Conference
Organized by WONCA Rural South Asia (WoRSA) & AFPI - Rural
Supported by WONCA Working Party on Rural Practice
Convenor - Dr. Pratyush Kumar
Date - 4th April 2025
Venue - Sheraton Grand, Bengaluru, India

Global Rural Health Summit:

The Global Rural Health Summit is a pivotal event designed to address the pressing healthcare challenges faced by rural communities in Low-Income Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Held in collaboration with the WONCA South Asia Regional Conference, this summit brings together academic organizations, global rural health providers, family medicine practitioners, and experts from diverse fields to foster dialogue, innovation, and action.

Why Attend?

• Shape the Future of Rural Health: Join a global community of experts dedicated to improving healthcare in rural areas.
• Learn from the Best: Engage with thought leaders, researchers, and practitioners from around the world.
• Network with Peers: Connect with like-minded professionals to build lasting relationships.
• Advance Your Career: Showcase your research, gain new skills, and explore career opportunities and get your paper published in an indexed journal.
• Make a Difference: Contribute to innovative solutions that address the unique challenges of rural healthcare.
• Immersive experience : Experience the rich culture and diversity of India through visits to rural health centers across the country.

Key Highlights of the Summit:

• Interdisciplinary Approach: The summit will feature in-person sessions, attracting participants from various backgrounds, including academics, healthcare providers, policymakers, and community representatives.
• Rich Program: Participants can engage in keynote sessions, workshops, and oral presentations. These sessions offer valuable opportunities for learning, knowledge exchange, and networking.
• Platform for Research and Collaboration: The summit provides a platform for researchers to present their work to an international audience and explore potential collaborations. Selected papers may have the opportunity to be published in an indexed journal with no additional cost.
• Networking Opportunities: Networking sessions focused on specific topics and a dedicated student gathering facilitate the establishment of new professional connections and partnerships.
• Practical and Advocacy Sessions: Attendees can participate in practical and advocacy sessions that address the unique challenges and opportunities of rural healthcare in LMICs, with a particular focus on the role of family medicine.
• Immersive Experiences: The conference includes pre- and post-conference sojourns to rural health centers across India.
• Convenient Logistics: The summit will be held at the Sheraton Grand in Bengaluru, India, with accommodation options available.

With easy access for participants from around the globe, the Global Rural Health Summit is a must-attend event for anyone committed to improving the health and well-being of rural communities in LMICs.
Don't miss this chance to be part of a global movement to improve the health and well-being of rural communities in LMICs.

Proposed Subthemes

• 1. Health Workforce Dynamics: A Lifecycle Approach
  This theme explores the entire journey of a healthcare professional, from education and training to career progression and retirement. It delves into factors influencing workforce distribution, including geographic location, specialty choice, and migration patterns. The article will propose strategies to optimize workforce planning, recruitment, and retention to ensure a sustainable healthcare system.
• 2. Optimizing Healthcare Delivery: Workforce Strategies and Resource Allocation
  This theme focuses on practical strategies for building and maintaining an effective healthcare workforce. It will examine innovative recruitment techniques, effective retention strategies, and efficient resource allocation to optimize healthcare delivery. The role of financial incentives, entrepreneurial initiatives, and public-private partnerships in addressing workforce challenges will also be discussed.
• 3. Global Health: A Local Lens on Challenges and Solutions
  This theme shifts the focus from a traditional Western-centric view of global health to a perspective grounded in the experiences and needs of Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). It will explore the unique challenges faced by these nations in achieving health equity and sustainable development. By highlighting successful case studies and innovative approaches, the article will demonstrate how LMICs are developing and implementing solutions tailored to their specific contexts. The emphasis will be on understanding the root causes of health disparities, building local capacity, and fostering partnerships to address global health issues.
• 4. Global Perspectives on Rural Health: Lessons for LMICs
  This theme includes a comparative analysis of rural health models worldwide, identifying effective and ineffective approaches. The focus will be on understanding the specific context of LMICs, including their unique challenges and priorities. By examining successful rural health initiatives in diverse settings, the article aims to inform the development of tailored solutions for improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural LMIC communities.
• 5. Climate Change, Urbanization, and the Future of Rural Health
  This theme will include the complex interplay between climate change, urbanization, and rural health. It will examine the impact of these factors on rural populations, including increased vulnerability to health risks and decreased access to healthcare services. The article will propose adaptation strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change and build resilient rural health systems.