International Convention of Forensic Medicine & Sciences 2023
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25-27 July 2023
Bayview Hotel in Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
Welcome to
International Convention of Forensic Medicine & Sciences 2023
Towards quality and accountability in forensic practice

Important Dates
Mark your calendar
31st May 2023
Abstract Submission Deadline
24th July 2023
Pre-convention Workshop
25th - 27th July 2023
27th July 2023
Post-convention Workshop
Welcoming Speech
“Towards quality and accountability in forensic practice.”
Welcome to the International Convention of Forensic Medicine & Sciences 2023, “Towards Quality and Accountability in Forensic Practice”
The International Convention of Forensic Medicine and Sciences 2023 Organising and Scientific Committees are delighted for the opportunity to organise this year’s convention, which will take place at the Bayview Hotel, Langkawi Island, from 25 – 27 July 2023.
This year’s theme, “Towards Quality and Accountability in Forensic Practice”, allows our delegates to explore the importance of maintaining high-quality forensic practice to ensure unbiased and evidence-based opinions in medicolegal death investigations. Knowledgeable and esteemed local and international speakers will present an excellent array of topics that will prove invaluable to our delegates.
The convention also offers a social event – dinner night – a great moment to catch up with colleagues. Finally, remember to spend time pre- or post-event visiting Langkawi Island’s treasures. There’s so much on offer at the International Convention of Forensic Medicine & Sciences 2023 – looking forward to seeing you there!
– Dr. Mohd Suhani Mohd Noor & Dr. Jessie Hiu

Dr. Mohd Suhani Mohd Noor
Chairperson of the Organising Committee

Dr. Jessie Hiu
Chairperson of the Scientific Committee
Pre- & Post-Convention Workshops
Don’t wait. Secure your place in these pre- & post-convention workshops that specifically tailor to your needs to accommodate yourselves to the long awaited convention.


Pre-convention workshop 24th July 2023
Speaker: Dr. Mohd Suhani Mohd Noor
Time: 0830 – 1230
A forensic pathology approach to medical negligence
*Limited seats available
Convention Tentative
A glance into our tentative programme
Day 1: 25 July 2023
0800 – 0830
Registration
0830 – 0845
Opening Speech
0845 – 0930
Keynote lecture: Accountability in Forensic Practice
Dato. Dr. Zahari Bin Noor
0930 – 1030
Cognitive Bias in Interpretation of Case Based on History
Prof. Dr. Ong Beng Beng
1030 – 1045
Morning break
1045 – 1145
‘The Other’ Risk Assessment in Forensic Autopsy
Dr. Mohd Suhani Mohd Noor
1145 – 1245
An Italian Approach to Cardiovascular Pathology
Dr. Shatishraj Jothee
Quality Assurance in the Pathology Laboratory
Mdm. Kamisah
1245 – 1400
Lunch break
1400 – 1500
Current Trends in Forensic Neuropathology
Prof. Dr. Wong Kum Thong
1500 – 1600
Oral presentation
1600 – 1700
Controversies in Pediatric Forensic Pathology
Prof. Dr. Marta Cohen
Day 2: 26 July 2023
0800 – 0830
Registration
0830 – 0930
Goudge Inquiry
Prof. Dr. Christopher Milroy
0930 – 1030
Liability of expert witness and expert witness immunity
Mdm. Raja Eileen Soraya Binti Raja Aman
1030 – 1045
Morning break
1045 – 1145
Deaths Associated with Restraint
Prof. Dr. Noel Woodford
1245 – 1400
Lunch break
1400 – 1500
Quality Assurance in Forensic Pathology
Prof. Dr. Ong Beng Beng
1500 – 1600
The Forensic Pathologist as an Expert Witness in Homicide Cases: A Defense Lawyer Perspective
Mr. Burhanudeen Bin Abdul Wahid
1600 – 1700
Oral presentation
Day 3: 27 July 2023
0800 – 0830
Registration
0830 – 0930
Towards Modern Forensic Practice
Prof. Dr. Ong Beng Beng
0930 – 1030
Molecular Autopsy in Sudden Deaths
Dr. Roziana Binti Ariffin
1030 – 1045
Morning break
1045 – 1145
Medicolegal System in Indonesia
Dr Ade Firmansyah Sugiharto
1145 – 1215
Prize giving ceremony & closing speech.
1215 – 1315
Lunch break
Souvenir Programme Book
Get a free version of our programme book. Will be available soon.

Speakers
Introducing our line of esteemed local and international speakers.

Dr. Mohd Suhani Mohd Noor
Senior Consultant Forensic Pathologist at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital, Kedah, Malaysia

Dato’ Dr. Zahari bin Noor
Senior Consultant Forensic Pathologist and former Head of Forensic Medicine Service, Ministry of Health, Malaysia

Prof. Dr. Noel Woodford
Director of the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, Victoria, Australia

Prof. Dr. Christopher Milroy
Professor at University of Ottawa and Director of Eastern Ontario Forensic Pathology Unit, Canada

Prof. Dr. Ong Beng Beng
Forensic Pathologist at Queensland Health Forensic and Scientific Services, Queensland, Australia

Prof. Dr. Marta Cohen
Clinical Pediatric Pathologist and Head of Department of Histopathology at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Dr. Ade Firmansyah Sugiharto
Forensic Pathologist at Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo National Central Public Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia

Dr. Roziana Ariffin
Consultant Genetic Pathologist at Prince Court Medical Center, Pantai Premier Pathology and Sunway Medical Centre, Malaysia

Dr. Jessie Hiu
Senior Consultant Forensic Pathologist at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Sabah, Malaysia

Ms. Raja Eileen Soraya
Civil and Commercial Litigator (focusing on healthcare and media law) and Senior Partner at Raja, Darryl and Loh, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Mdm. Kamisah Karim
Senior Clinical Biochemist of Pathology Department at Kuala Lumpur Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Dr. Mohammad Shafie bin Othman @ Osman
Senior Consultant Forensic Pathologist at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital, Perak, Malaysia

Mr. Burhanudeen Bin Abdul Wahid
Senior Lawyer at Burhan and Co, Kedah, Malaysia

Dr Shatishraj Jothee
Forensic Pathologist at University of Malaya Medical Centre,Selangor, Malaysia

Prof. Dr. Wong Kum Thong
Senior Consultant Histopathologist and Neuropathologist at University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Pricing
Registration Fees
Early bird discount runs until 31st May 2023. Book your slot now. Contact us to get special room reservation rates at Bayview Hotel.

Instruction & Guideline
Abstract Submission
Abstract submission has concluded. Notifications of acceptance will be dispatched to respective delegates via email on July 10th, 2023. We eagerly anticipate your esteemed presence at the convention.
Terms and conditions apply. See abstract full terms and regulations.
Sponsors
International Convention of Forensic Medicine & Sciences 2023 (ICFMS2023)
Location
Venue
Bayview Hotel, Langkawi
Bayview Hotel, Langkawi, Malaysia
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