Indian healthcare industry is expected to grow at 15% p.a. to US $ 78.6Bn by 2012 driven largely by private sector investments which currently accounts for nearly 80% of the total healthcare investment. However, significant challenges remain including severe shortage of health infrastructure and human resources. Clearly a lot needs to be done to meet the globally high standards in the current decade. A wave of new health care innovation coupled with optimal utilization of resources could help immensely in addressing affordability & accessibility aspects in order to take world class healthcare facilities beyond the metros. This conference aims to discuss the desired changes needed to meet all the existing challenges and suggest a well-defined policy framework to meet the same.

Inaugural Address By

Shri Ghulam Nabi Azad*, Hon'ble Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Government of India

Keynote Address By

Mr. Phillip Hassen, President ISQua

*- Invited

Special Features

Conference: Two day deliberations on policy directions, sharing of knowledge and best practices.

Master Class: Focused group discussion on relevant sector specific issues.

Poster Presentation: Poster Presentation on the theme "Ensuring Quality: Global Standards with Local Touch".

Healthcare Excellence Awards: Recognizing the contribution of healthcare providers in delivering quality healthcare, patient care and increasing reach in rural/remote areas.