International Academic Conference · Budapest 2026

BudaMed 2026
AI in Medical Education
& Health Care

Budapest International Conference bringing together clinicians, educators, researchers, and AI innovators to advance the frontiers of AI-driven medical education, clinical retraining, and healthcare workforce development.

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6–8 October 2026
Budapest, Hungary
3-Day Programme
500+ Delegates Expected
Call for Papers

Submit Your Research

We invite abstract submissions for oral and poster presentations on AI in medical education, clinical retraining, and healthcare workforce development.

Abstract Submission Deadline 15 March 2026
Notification of Acceptance 15 July 2026
Full Paper Deadline 1 September 2026
Early Bird Registration 31 May 2026
Conference Dates 6–8 October 2026
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500+Delegates
30+Countries
40+Speakers
3Full Days

Organised in cooperation with leading institutions & partners

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Avicenna International College
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Semmelweis University Budapest
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European Health Research Institute
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Central European Tech Hub
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PEARSON Edexcel Centre
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WHO Regional Office Europe
About the Conference

Reshaping How Medicine is Taught & Learned

The BudaMed International Conference on AI in Medical Education & Health Care 2026 is a premier global event bringing together pioneering educators, clinicians, researchers, and technology leaders to explore the transformative role of AI in medical training, retraining, and professional development.

Organised in Budapest by Avicenna International College in partnership with leading Hungarian medical universities and European high-tech companies, BudaMed bridges academic excellence and cutting-edge innovation.

  • Present the latest scientific and clinical developments in AI-driven medical education
  • Foster interdisciplinary dialogue between medicine, engineering, ethics, and policy
  • Support startups and innovation ecosystems in health education AI solutions
  • Encourage safe, transparent, and patient-centred AI adoption in learning environments
AI-assisted medical education and clinical training
The Challenge

Medical Education Faces Persistent Gaps

Healthcare systems worldwide struggle to keep pace with rapidly expanding medical knowledge and the urgent demand for continuous professional development — directly affecting patient safety and clinical outcomes.

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Information Overload

The volume of clinical knowledge doubles every 73 days. Doctors and nurses cannot keep pace using traditional CPD formats and static learning materials alone.

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Limited Training Time

Demanding clinical workloads leave healthcare professionals with little room for structured retraining — a growing risk to both staff competency and patient safety.

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One-Size-Fits-All Learning

Standard curricula cannot adapt to the individual pace, prior knowledge, or specialty needs of each doctor, nurse, or allied health professional.

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Growing Workforce Skill Gaps

Rapid adoption of new technologies means that without AI-supported upskilling, clinical competencies quickly become outdated across the healthcare workforce.

Expert Speakers

Learn from the World's Leading Minds

BudaMed 2026 brings together an exceptional faculty of clinicians, educators, researchers, and innovators from across Europe and beyond. Full announcements will be published in Spring 2026.

Dr. Shahrokh Mirza Hosseini
Dr. Shahrokh Mirza Hosseini
Founder & President · AI Research
Avicenna International College, Budapest
AI in Clinical Training
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Dr. Michael Hartmann
Institute of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Semmelweis University, Budapest
Healthcare AI Policy
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Dr. Sarah Al-Rashid
Professor of Nursing Education & Technology
WHO Collaborating Centre
Nursing & AI Upskilling
More Speakers — TBA

Full speaker lineup announced Spring 2026. Submit your abstract to be considered for a speaking opportunity.

Submit Abstract
Conference Themes

Six Ways AI is Transforming Medical Education

Exploring the most impactful applications of AI across every dimension of healthcare education and professional development.

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AI Simulation & Clinical Skills Training

Virtual patients, AR/VR surgical simulation, and intelligent clinical skills labs transforming how doctors and nurses learn procedural competencies in safe, repeatable environments.

Simulation · AR/VR ›
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Adaptive Learning & Personalised Curricula

AI systems that tailor medical education content and pacing to each learner's needs — from undergraduate medicine to lifelong CPD for practicing clinicians.

EdTech · Personalisation ›
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Retraining & Upskilling Healthcare Staff

Strategies for rapidly retraining nurses, paramedics, and hospital staff through AI-driven micro-learning and knowledge-enhancement programmes tailored to the clinical workplace.

CPD · Workforce ›
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AI-Driven Assessment & Competency Evaluation

Automated competency testing, real-time analytics, and AI feedback systems supporting medical licensing bodies, hospitals, and training programmes across Europe.

Assessment · Analytics ›
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Digital Health Literacy for Clinicians

Equipping practicing doctors and nurses with the AI and digital health skills essential for navigating AI-augmented clinical environments and patient-facing digital tools.

Digital Skills · Literacy ›
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Ethics, Safety & Regulation in Health AI

Frameworks for ethical AI deployment in medical training, patient safety considerations, transparency standards, and EU regulatory perspectives on health AI governance.

Ethics · EU Policy ›
Conference Programme

Three Days of Discovery & Learning

AI education
Day 1 · 6 October 2026

AI Tools for Medical Education

Exploring AI-powered medical teaching platforms — from virtual patients and intelligent tutoring systems to AR/VR in clinical skills training. Keynotes, panel discussions, and live product showcases.

Budapest, Hungary · Starts 09:00
Professional development
Day 2 · 7 October 2026

Retraining & Professional Development

AI-driven continuous knowledge enhancement for practicing doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals — with live workshops, hands-on sessions, and European case studies on workforce upskilling.

Budapest, Hungary · Starts 09:00
Ethics and policy panel
Day 3 · 8 October 2026

Ethics, Policy & the Future of Health AI

Examining the regulatory, ethical, and systemic challenges of deploying AI in healthcare education at scale — EU perspectives, national strategy roundtables, and forward-looking debates.

Budapest, Hungary · Starts 09:00
Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend?

Open to experts, scholars, and innovators from across the medical, academic, and technology industries.

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Physicians & Clinical Researchers

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Medical Educators & University Faculty

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Nurses & Allied Health Educators

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Hospital Training Managers & CPD Leads

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Biomedical Engineers & AI Developers

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Data Scientists & Health IT Professionals

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Policy Makers, Regulators & Ethicists

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Medical & STEM Field Students

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Startups, Investors & R&D Directors

Attendees gain practical insights, forge new collaborations, and join critical discussions on AI's impact on healthcare education and clinical practice.

The Process

Up and Running in Four Steps

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    Register Online

    Choose your participation level and complete registration in minutes. Immediate confirmation and early bird pricing available until 31 May 2026.

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    Attend in Budapest

    Join 500+ delegates from 30+ countries for three days of keynotes, workshops, and poster sessions at our Budapest venue in October 2026.

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    Learn, Network & Collaborate

    Engage with world-leading speakers, explore the technology exhibition, present your research, and build lasting international partnerships.

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    Receive Your CPD Certificate

    All delegates receive a BudaMed Certificate of Participation endorsed by AIC. Workshop attendees receive an additional completion certificate.

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Register & Confirm

Online · Instant confirmation · Early bird available until May 2026

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Travel to Budapest

6–8 October 2026 · Hungary

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Attend 3 Full Days

Keynotes · Workshops · Exhibitions · Networking

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Receive CPD Certificate

Endorsed by AIC & partner institutions

Why Attend

Whether You Seek Knowledge, Collaboration, or Inspiration

This event is designed to fuel your ambitions and advance your professional impact — whatever stage you are at in your career.

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Insights from world-leading clinicians, educators, and AI researchers on the frontline of healthcare innovation

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The latest trends and breakthrough innovations in AI-driven medical education, simulation, and clinical training

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Connect with inspiring professionals from 30+ countries across medicine, academia, and technology

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Forge new collaborations with research institutions, health systems, and EdTech innovators from across Europe

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Discover evidence-based strategies and practical tools you can implement immediately in your institution

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Gain real-time insights into which AI education tools are working — and why — from institutions already deploying them

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Inspiration through real journeys from pioneering institutions already transforming their training with AI

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Receive CPD-accredited certification endorsed by AIC and partner universities recognised across Europe

Budapest — Chain Bridge and Parliament
The Venue

Why Budapest?

Budapest is not only one of Europe's most beautiful capitals — it is a rapidly growing centre for medical research, health education, and technology innovation, home to world-renowned medical universities and a thriving health-tech ecosystem.

As the home of Avicenna International College and numerous medical institutions, Budapest provides the ideal setting for a forward-thinking global health conference.

  • Home to leading European medical universities and research institutions
  • Thriving health-tech and AI startup ecosystem in Central Europe
  • Excellent international connectivity — direct flights across Europe and beyond
  • Rich cultural heritage and world-class conference facilities
  • Central European hub for health innovation and digital transformation
Key Applications

High-Impact AI in Medicine & Health Care

Explore how AI is making healthcare smarter and more personalised — and why every clinician must now understand these tools.

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AI-Driven Medical Diagnostics

AI analyses medical imaging — X-rays, MRIs, CT scans — with accuracy comparable to radiologists, enabling earlier detection of cancer, stroke, and pneumonia. Now essential knowledge for every clinician.

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AI in Drug Discovery & Development

Machine learning accelerates drug development by predicting molecular interactions and optimising clinical trial designs — cutting years off R&D timelines and reshaping pharmacology education.

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Predictive Analytics for Patient Care

AI models process patient data in real-time to predict risks such as sepsis, cardiac arrest, or readmission — redefining what clinical training must cover in the modern curriculum.

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Personalised Medicine & Genomics

AI deciphers genomic data to tailor treatments in oncology, rare diseases, and chronic conditions — demanding new levels of AI literacy from tomorrow's clinicians and educators.

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Robotic Surgery & Assisted Procedures

AI-enhanced robotic systems enable ultra-precise, minimally invasive surgeries — transforming training in neurosurgery, urology, and orthopaedics through simulation-based education.

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Smart Hospital Systems & Workflow Optimisation

From AI-driven ICU monitoring to predictive resource allocation, smart hospital systems reshape clinical workflows — and the competencies every healthcare professional must master.

Propose a Workshop or Host an Exhibition

We invite researchers, academics, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across medicine, health, and AI technology to contribute to BudaMed 2026 by proposing interactive workshops or high-impact technology exhibitions.

  • Workshop proposals from educators and industry professionals to lead skill-building, case-based, or technical sessions
  • Innovators and companies interested in showcasing cutting-edge medical devices, AI tools, wearables, and digital health platforms

Interested in leading a workshop or exhibiting? Contact us at: [email protected]

Submit a Proposal →
Budapest at night
Organising Institution

About Avicenna
International College

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About the College

Organizing Institution
of the Conference

Founded in 1995, Avicenna International College (AIC) is one of Europe's leading international educational institutions, renowned for its academic excellence, global orientation, and progressive approach to education, particularly in medicine, life sciences, and interdisciplinary innovation.

As the official host and organizing institution of BudaMed 2026, AIC brings together its 30-year legacy in health education with its growing leadership in AI and digital transformation in healthcare — creating a unique bridge between academic excellence and cutting-edge innovation.

Educational Philosophy

Academic Leadership &
Educational Philosophy

AIC has been a pioneer in developing pre-university and foundation programs that prepare students for successful admission into top European and North American universities. The college's hallmark program, the Avicenna Diploma in Pre-Medical Studies (ADPS), has supported thousands of students, many of whom are now practicing doctors, researchers, and professionals around the world.

AIC's academic philosophy is built on:

  • Problem-Based Learning — active, case-led approaches to knowledge acquisition
  • Interactive Education — collaborative, dialogue-driven learning environments
  • Critical Thinking — evidence-based reasoning at every level of study
  • Holistic, Individualized Approach — supporting each student's unique pathway to success
AIC academic environment
AIC international recognition
Global Standing

International Recognition
& Global Collaborations

  • Accredited bilingual high school recognized by the Hungarian Education Authority
  • Recognized PEARSON and EDEXCEL centre for IGCSE and A-Level qualifications
  • Candidate IB World School for the IB Diploma Program
  • Official provider of NCUK IFY (International Foundation Year) qualifications
  • Partnerships with top medical universities in Hungary and global technology leaders

For the 2026 conference, AIC is proud to organize this global gathering in close cooperation with Hungary's leading medical universities and high-tech companies across Europe and beyond — creating a unique synergy between academia, industry, and innovation.

What We Offer

Programs &
Pathways Offered

  • Pre-Medical Foundation Programs (AMFP / ADPS) — pathway to European medical schools
  • Business & Language Foundations — English and German language tracks
  • IELTS & BMAT Preparation Courses — internationally recognised test preparation
  • International High School Programs — Érettségi, A-Level, IB, and Pre-IB tracks
  • Non-degree training, e-learning, and blended learning options
  • Art, science, and career-oriented extracurricular programmes

All programs are designed under AIC's own "Avicenna-minded" education system, serving as a bridge to higher learning and global achievement for students from over 50 countries.

AIC programs and pathways
Our Purpose

Our Mission

"To educate students to be responsible citizens, lifelong learners, and successful contributors to a rapidly evolving world through a caring and academically excellent environment."

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Location

Visit Us in
Budapest

Avicenna International College
1089 Budapest, Orczy Street 3–5

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Phone
+36.30.823.75.92
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College Email
[email protected]
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Conference Email
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Join Us in Budapest

Be Part of the Future of Medical Education

Join us in Budapest for an inspiring event where innovation meets impact. BudaMed 2026 brings together a vibrant global community of researchers, healthcare professionals, and technology leaders driving meaningful change in how medicine is taught, learned, and practised.

📅 6–8 October 2026
📍 Budapest, Hungary
🏛️ Hosted by AIC
🌐 Language: English
Insightful talks led by field experts
Early bird registration pricing
Group discounts for institutions
CPD-accredited certificates
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Frequently Asked

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about attending, registering, and participating in BudaMed 2026.

BudaMed 2026 is designed for medical educators, clinicians, nurses, hospital training managers, EdTech developers, health policymakers, and students. Anyone with a professional or academic interest in AI's role in healthcare education is warmly welcome.
Your registration includes access to all keynote speeches, sessions, panels, poster presentations, the exhibition area, conference materials, and networking activities. All participants receive a BudaMed Certificate of Attendance endorsed by Avicenna International College.
Yes. Discounted rates are available for current Master's and PhD students upon presentation of a valid student ID. Group discounts are also available for institutions and research teams registering five or more delegates. Please contact us for more details.
The event is planned as an in-person conference in Budapest. Virtual access may be offered for selected sessions. All registered delegates will receive access to recorded sessions and presentation materials following the event.
Yes. We welcome abstract submissions for oral and poster presentations related to AI in medical education, clinical retraining, and knowledge-enhancement for healthcare professionals. The abstract submission deadline is 15 March 2026. Submission guidelines are available by emailing [email protected].
The official language of BudaMed 2026 is English. All presentations, panels, workshops, and conference materials will be in English.
We welcome sponsorships and exhibition proposals from companies, research institutions, and organisations working in AI, health technology, and medical education. Please email [email protected] with the subject line "Sponsorship Enquiry" and our team will respond within 48 hours.
Get in Touch

Contact BudaMed

Our team is happy to answer questions about registration, speaking opportunities, sponsorship, workshop proposals, or exhibition enquiries.

We aim to respond to all enquiries within two working days.

Our Location
Avicenna International College
1089 Budapest, Orczy Street 3–5
Budapest, Hungary
Conference Email
[email protected]
College Admissions
[email protected]
Phone
+36.30.823.75.92