Date
24 – 26 April, 2025
Location
New Jersey
Goals
Educational and Social
Professional development and networking
Connect with JAPA society in person (Formation)
JAPACON-2025 Agenda
Day 1: Thursday, April 24, 2025, Location: Harborside
| Time | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 9:30 PM | Welcome Reception (no babysitting or children activities provided for the reception) | • Networking & Socializing – Meet fellow attendees and speakers. • Light Snacks & Refreshments |
Day 2: Friday, April 25, 2025, Location: Manhattan Ballroom
| Time | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast & Registration | • Buffet-style breakfast available. • Check-in and collect conference materials. |
| 8:15 – 8:30 AM | Opening Session | • Welcome Speech: Amjad Hammad, MD, MBA (Chairman of the conference) |
| 8:30 – 9:00 AM | Keynote Lecture | • Title: The Future of Healthcare and AI in the Workplace • Speaker: Dr. Omar Hatamleh, PhD (Innovation & Science Expert, Artificial Intelligence Author) |
| 9:00 – 10:40 AM | The Digital Future in Healthcare | • AI Platforms for Physicians in 2025: Essentials for modern practice Speaker: Shadi Hijjawi, MD • AI Integration into Healthcare and Education Speaker: EzzAddin Al Wahsh MD, MBA • Enhancing Your Online Presence: Social Media Strategies for Physicians Speaker: Yaman Al-Tal, MD • Emerging Concepts in Healthcare Delivery Between the U.S. and Jordan: The Jordanian American Health Model Speaker: Amjad Hammad, MD, MBA |
| 10:40 – 11:00 AM | Coffee Break | |
| 11:00 – 12:30 PM | Practice Management Tools | • Personality Styles and Effective Communication Speaker: Taleb Hammad, B.Sc. Pharm, MHA, DBA • Gen Z in the Workforce: Addressing Generational Challenges Speaker: Ibrahim Odeh, PhD • Platinum Sponsor Talk • Team-Based Care Essentials: Leveraging APPs and Clinical Teams Speaker: Yousef Abu Esheh, PharmD |
| 12:30 – 1:50 PM | Group Picture / Lunch break/ Friday Prayer Break | |
| 1:50 – 2:50 PM | Business & Career Development for Physicians | • Shifting Practices from the U.S. to Jordan Speaker: Fadi Qaisi, MD • Platinum Sponsor Talk • (1099) Made Easy: Tax Guidance for Independent Contractor Physicians Speaker: Dr. Mohamed Aly, CPA, EA, PhD |
| 5:30 – 10:30 PM | Gala Dinner | Location: Manhattan Ballroom |
| 5:30 – 6:30 PM | “Laughing Through the Chaos” with Amer Zahr | |
| 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Open Buffett | |
| 7:30 PM | Opening Remarks | • President’s Welcome Speech – Dr. Maen Hussein • Jordanian Embassy/Consulate Talk • Jordanian Military Attache |
Day 3: Saturday, April 26, 2025, Location: Manhattan Ballroom
| Time | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast & Networking | |
| 8:15 – 8:45 AM | Keynote Lecture | • Title: Digital Health and AI Driving Medical Education Programs • Speaker: Professor Ismail Matalka (President, Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University) |
| 8:45 – 10:00 AM | Wellness Sessions | • Tired of Weighting: Weight Loss Essentials Speaker: Hassan Saradih, MD • Women’s Health Straight Talk Speaker: Salman Okour, MD • Men’s Health Straight Talk Speaker: Laith Alzweri, MD |
| 10:00 – 10:10 AM | Coffee Break | |
| 10:10 – 11:50 AM | Financial Success and Self Development | • Real Estate Investment for Physicians: A Path to Financial Wellness and Wealth Building Speaker: Dr. Saif Qatarneh • Platinum Sponsor Talk • Self Mastery Series: The Art of Communication Speaker: Dr. Baha Abu Esheh • Group Photo for all attendees. • Platinum Sponsor Talk |
| 11:50 – 12:50 PM | Break | |
| 12:50 – 2:20 PM | Academic & Professional Development | • Present Like a Pro: Practical Guidance for Impactful Presentations Speaker: Dr. Hannah Abumusa • Match Trends for Jordanian Applicants Speaker: Dr. Amal Abu Libdeh • How to Ace Your Residency Training: Strategies for Success Speaker: Dr. Dima Ezmigna • Insights from the JAPA Academy Journal Editor-in-Chief: Pioneering the Future of Academic Medicine in the Region Speaker: Awni Shahait, MD |
| 2:20 – 3:00 PM | Coffee Break and Group Photo | |
| 3:00 – 4:30 PM | Special Events | • JAPA Academy Event: Poster and Oral Presentations (60 minutes) • Recognition and Awards Ceremony (10 minutes) |
CME Accredited
Registration
Ticket Price
Early bird registration is open until January 11th.
Ticket Price: $500
Regular registration is from January 12th until the end of February.
Ticket Price: $600
Late registration is from March 1st until the day of the conference.
Ticket Price: $700
Additional costs per extra family member attending dinner and social events are as follows:
- 0-13 years: half fees (50$).
- Above 14 years: full fees (100$).
The ticket will cover the following for both registrants and their companions:
- Conference fees.
- Thursday reception.5
- Friday and Saturday breakfasts.
- Friday gala dinner.
- Friday lunch.
- Kid activities.
- Babysitting services for kids below 6 years of age.
Please note that the ticket does not include Saturday Dinner. Dinner tickets may be purchased for an additional $100 per attendee.
Age bracket fees:
- 0-13 years: half fees (50$).
- Above 14 years: full fees (100$).
Interns, residents, and fellows may redeem code “RESJAPACONF25” for a 50% discount. Requires proof of training status.
Speakers and volunteers will be provided with special codes.
Hotel Booking
A limited number of rooms can be reserved at a special price and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
JAPA Society Membership
Joining to JAPA society is for FREE, you can join now.
For Inquiries
Please email us at info@japhysicians.org
Early Bird Benefits
Lower Ticket Prices
Discount on Hotel Rates
Our Exhibitor Packages
Exhibitors achieve presence at the Jordanian American Physicians Association conference “JAPACON-2025” with a dedicated tabletop exhibit located outside the general conference room.
Exhibitor Packages Include:
- One six-foot skirted tabletop located typically outside the general session room, for the duration of the conference. Exhibitors may use their own display, but it should not exceed a six-by-eight-foot footprint.
- One complimentary exhibitor registration. Additional passes may be purchased at the discounted JAPA Society member rate.
- Interaction with attendees before/after breakfast or lunch and Dinner and scheduled networking coffee breaks.
- Ability to distribute materials, collateral, or other promotional items from the tabletop display.
- Option to provide additional signage or displays, but should not exceed the six-by-eight-foot footprint.
Please note that JAPACON2025 has additional marketing opportunities, inquire for further details.
Call for Abstracts – JAPA 2025 Conference
Deadline: January 31, 2024
The Jordanian American Physicians Association (JAPA) is excited to invite residents, fellows, attending physicians, and students to submit their abstracts for the 3rd Annual JAPA Conference 2025.
This CME-accredited event is a premier platform for presenting your latest research and clinical work.
Our Sponsors
Kids Activities During the Conference
Games:
- Face Painting
- Kid-friendly Element Obstacle Course
- Lawn Games
- Soccer Shootout
- Basketball Shootout
Machines:
- Popcorn Machine
- Cotton Candy Machine
- Snow-Cone Machine
Baby sitting service is available during conference hours and dinner for an additional cost.
Capturing Moments
Highlights from Our First & Second Conference
