President Mohammed Shahabuddin urged healthcare professionals to enhance medical services for the underprivileged during his inauguration of the 'Fourth International Scientific Conference-2024' at a hotel in the city.

Addressing physicians, nurses, and stakeholders, President Shahabuddin stressed the importance of prioritizing medical care for the poor and ensuring they receive treatment without financial obstacles.

Organized by the Bangladesh Cardiovascular Research Foundation and the Interventional Academy of the USA, the conference aimed to advance medical education, treatment, service, and research activities.

President Shahabuddin emphasized the need for vigilance against illegal medical practices and fraudulent healthcare providers, urging doctors and nurses to uphold integrity and provide compassionate care.

He commended efforts to infuse dynamism into medical education and management while calling for collaboration between the government, private sector, and healthcare professionals to further develop the country's healthcare system.

Highlighting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's trust in Bangladeshi doctors, President Shahabuddin praised the success of the free COVID-19 vaccination program, which garnered international recognition.

Acknowledging the significance of international conferences in enriching professional skills and knowledge exchange, he encouraged participation from national and foreign cardiologists to benefit young doctors.

President Shahabuddin underscored the ever-changing landscape of medical science and the importance of raising awareness to prevent diseases like heart disease, cancer, and AIDS.

He reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring universal healthcare and creating a pollution-free, healthy environment for citizens, citing the pioneering efforts of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in expanding grassroots healthcare.

The President urged doctors to play a vital role in realizing the vision of 'Sonar Bangla' and 'Vision-2041' under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's leadership.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Samanta Lal Sen, Bangladesh Medical Association (BMA) President Dr. Mustafa Jalal Mohiuddin, and other dignitaries also addressed the gathering.