Dr. Sabur advocates mental health in academia

Staff Reporter  :
Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, President of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) and Founder & Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Daffodil International University, participated in the AUAP Learning and Sharing Forum on Health hosted by Daegu Health College in South Korea from May 09-11, 2024.
The forum, attended by approximately 100 participants representing more than 12 countries and 45 universities from Asia, Europe, and Australia, aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of health education. The program featured various sessions on Medical Technology, Nursing & Rehabilitation, Paper Presentations, and Medical Tours.
In his opening address, Dr. Khan underscores the importance of addressing mental health issues within academic settings. He emphasized that graduates who possess both physical and mental well-being can significantly contribute to societal welfare. Special guests at the Opening Ceremony included Dr. Sunghee Nam, Former President of AUAP and President of Daegu Health College, and Mr. Jongchan Kim, Director General of the University Policy Bureau of Daegu Metropolitan City, South Korea.
During his keynote speech titled “Integrating AI and Technology into Higher Education Curriculum,” Dr. Khan highlighted the significance of incorporating AI technology into healthcare education .
Dr. Khan articulated that academia plays a vital role in driving innovation, research, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals equipped with the skills and knowledge to leverage AI effectively. He added that academia can pave the way toward a future where healthcare is not only more effective and efficient but also more equitable, affordable and accessible.
to all.Dr. Khan’s participation and insightful contributions further underscored AUAP’s commitment to advancing healthcare education and fostering international cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.