Forum explores transformation in healthcare

MUSCAT: The College of Nursing at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), represented by the Adult Health and Critical Care Department, organised the 3rd Nursing Informatics Forum 2025 under the theme 'From Academic Innovation to Clinical Implementation'. The forum was held under the esteemed auspices of the Dean of the College of Nursing, Dr Huda al Numani, and was generously supported by Oman Liquefied Natural Gas (Oman LNG), reflecting a strong partnership between academia and industry in advancing healthcare innovation.
The forum forms part of the College’s strategic commitment to promoting digital transformation in healthcare and empowering nursing students with future-ready competencies. It aimed to showcase innovative technological projects developed by nursing students as part of the Nursing Informatics course, highlighting how academic knowledge can be translated into practical, real-world healthcare solutions. The event aligns closely with Oman Vision 2040, particularly its focus on digital innovation, knowledge-based economy, and sustainable healthcare systems.
Dr Nasser al Salmi, the head of the adult health and critical care department, emphasised the critical role of nursing informatics in modern healthcare delivery, noting that digital health technologies are no longer optional but essential tools for improving patient safety, care quality, efficiency, and decision-making. He commended the students for their creativity and encouraged continued collaboration between educational institutions, healthcare organisations and industry partners.