Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, is preparing to host one of the world’s largest gatherings in sports medicine with its inaugural Global Sports Medicine Conference this October. The event will feature a distinguished roster of international experts in sports medicine and sports science.
The Aspetar World Sports Medicine Conference 2025, taking place from Oct 8-10, will provide an unprecedented platform for sharing knowledge and cutting-edge innovations that advance athlete health and performance. Over 100 speakers from more than 35 countries will come together to discuss the latest breakthroughs, ranging from injury surgery and performance optimisation to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and regenerative medicine.
Acting Director-General of Aspetar Khalid Ali al-Mawlawi emphasised that the inaugural edition of the conference is poised to become one of the most significant sports medicine events worldwide this year.
Under the guidance of a scientific committee composed of leading experts from both international institutions and Aspetar, the conference exemplifies the institution’s and Qatar’s unwavering commitment to advancing research and continuous education in the field of sports medicine.
He highlighted that Aspetar’s mission is to harness the best global knowledge and expertise to enhance athlete care locally and internationally, solidifying the hospital’s role as a pioneer at the intersection of sports and medicine.
The conference programme features more than 35 sessions spanning keynote presentations, parallel specialised sessions, and practical workshops conducted over three knowledge-packed days. Attendees will benefit from 18 keynote addresses delivered by top global authorities and over 30 specialised sessions each day, organised into four key tracks covering sports injuries, medical conditions, performance sciences, and nursing, pharmacy, and dental medicine.
In addition, the daily agenda includes interactive panel discussions, scientific poster presentations showcasing the latest research, and between six to ten accredited hands-on workshops held before and during the event. These components offer a comprehensive educational framework with unique opportunities for professional exchange.
The event will bring together renowned international physicians and researchers including Dr Andrew Massey, FIFA Medical Director, who will present FIFA’s preventive strategies for athlete health. Professor Roald Bahr will discuss the International Olympic Committee’s initiatives to safeguard athlete health.
This conference represents an unparalleled opportunity for sports medicine professionals worldwide to engage in knowledge exchange and the latest research. It emphasises the integration of modern technologies like artificial intelligence alongside evidence-based prevention and rehabilitation strategies, with the aim of sustainably enhancing athlete care and performance.
Moreover, the event seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaboration within sports medicine, transforming injury prevention and rehabilitation approaches to directly improve athlete health across various sports disciplines. It will also focus on future challenges and innovative solutions grounded in the newest scientific evidence and digital innovation.
Aspetar’s hosting of this major conference affirms its position as a global centre of excellence and a source of inspiration in advancing athlete health and performance. The event serves as a strategic hub for sharing cutting-edge practices and exploring new frontiers in sports medicine science.
