The Bangladesh Quality Improvement Convention 2025 was held under the theme 鈥榯ransforming healthcare together鈥� at the InterContinental Dhaka on Saturday.
It convened over 200 healthcare professionals, policymakers, practitioners, health researchers, clinical and non-clinical students, development partners, and service providers, said a press release on Sunday.
Organised by the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement in partnership with development partners, the convention served as a national platform to reflect on the country鈥檚 progress in quality of care, share learning and forge new collaborations for the future.
The convention was chaired by Professor Dr Md Abu Jafor, director general, Directorate General of Health Services.
The event was graced by Professor Dr Md Sayedur Rahman, special assistant (health) to the chief adviser, as chief guest.
Special guests included Dr Md Sarwar Bari, secretary, Medical Education and Family Welfare Division, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and Md Saidur Rahman, secretary, health services division, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
The day-long event featured a keynote presentation, panel discussions, breakout sessions and poster presentations by 15 finalists showcasing innovative ideas and initiatives that improved the quality of healthcare service delivery.
Reflecting on the importance of this gathering, Sayedur Rahman remarked, 鈥業t is a milestone for us all to host the Bangladesh Quality Improvement Convention, bringing together partners and stakeholders united in our commitment to safe, effective, and people-centring health services.鈥�
鈥楺uality cannot thrive in silos it requires connected systems, empowered people, and responsive leadership. This Convention marks the beginning of a broader quality movement that will drive us closer to Universal Health Coverage and Sustainable Development. Together, we must ensure that the right care reaches the right people at the right time, every time,鈥� he added.
