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Countdown for 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025 begins

Wed, 18 Sep, 2024

Countdown for 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025 begins

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today launched the 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025 at the AFC House in the Malaysian capital, further underlining its commitment towards maximising the potential of its Member Associations and Regional Associations.

The latest edition, slated to take place from July 21 to 25, 2025, is poised to bring together renowned medical practitioners from across the Continent to further enhance sports medicine and healthcare of footballers in Asia.

AFC Scientific Committee determined to stage best-ever AFC Medical Conference

Tue, 17 Sep, 2024

AFC Scientific Committee determined to stage best-ever AFC Medical Conference

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Scientific Committee met in Kuala Lumpur today, setting the tone for the launch of the 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025 on Wednesday. 

The first meeting of the committee took place virtually last year where the theme for the upcoming edition of the conference, “Medicine & Science: Navigating through changing times”, was finalised.

AFC Medical Committee strengthens healthcare standards in Asia

Tue, 17 Sep, 2024

AFC Medical Committee strengthens healthcare standards in Asia

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) reinforced its firm ambitions to safeguard and enhance the health and wellbeing of players on the Continent today after the AFC Medical Committee approved Saudi Arabia’s Move Comprehensive Sports Medicine Centre as the latest AFC Medical Centre of Excellence at its third meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Since its launch in 2018, the AFC Medical Centre of Excellence has taken its place as one of the Continent’s most sought after football-specific medicine accreditation programmes that recognise medical institutions for their leadership in clinical, research and education expertise, injury-prevention measures as well as experience in managing injuries in elite-level football.

Latest AFC President’s Travelling Fellow for Football Medicine hosted in Hong Kong, China

Tue, 30 Jul, 2024

Latest AFC President’s Travelling Fellow for Football Medicine hosted in Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong, China: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President’s Travelling Fellow for Football Medicine 2024 successfully concluded in Hong Kong, China on Sunday after a fruitful six days.

Following on from the first two instalments of the programme, staged in Bangkok, Thailand and Doha, Qatar earlier this year, the third leg of the 2024 edition was held in Hong Kong, China for a fourth time.

AFC Football Medicine and Anti-Doping course kicks off in Hanoi

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

AFC Football Medicine and Anti-Doping course kicks off in Hanoi

Hanoi: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC), in collaboration with the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF), conducted the AFC Football Medicine and Anti-Doping Course from July 12 to 14, 2024 in the Vietnamese capital city of Hanoi.

Held at the headquarters of the VFF, 66 doctors, physiotherapists and allied medical personnel received updates on the latest knowledge in sports medicine and refreshed their clinical skills through training delivered by experts from the AFC Panel of Sports Medicine. 

AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti-Doping Regional Course concludes in Riyadh

Sat, 01 Jun, 2024

AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti-Doping Regional Course concludes in Riyadh

Riyadh: Nine Member Associations (MAs) gained valuable insights during the recent Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Football Emergency and Anti-Doping Regional Course (West), which took place from May 27 to 30.

Held in collaboration with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) in the capital city of Riyadh, the event focused on empowering the participants with the latest developments in sports medicine as well as providing a platform for medical professionals to come together to exchange ideas and opinions.

Aspetar is Official Medical Partner for AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

Aspetar is Official Medical Partner for AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced Aspetar, a prestigious orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital, as the Official Medical Partner for the ongoing AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™.

In conjunction with the Local Organising Committee, the partnership will see Aspetar deliver comprehensive medical care for all players involved in the sixth edition of the prestigious U23 tournament.

AFC Medical Centre of Excellence network expanded by AFC Medical Committee

Tue, 19 Mar, 2024

AFC Medical Centre of Excellence network expanded by AFC Medical Committee

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to ensure the optimum level of medical care for Asian players was further emphasised today after the AFC Medical Committee approved the recognition of two new healthcare providers as part of the prestigious AFC Medical Centre of Excellence network at its second meeting held virtually.

The Japan Football Association Clinic and the Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center - Vinmec Times City International Hospital in Vietnam were inducted into the world-class pool, expanding the total number of distinguished centres to 12 across the Continent.

Medical officers laud innovations at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™

Mon, 19 Feb, 2024

Medical officers laud innovations at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™

Kuala Lumpur: As the dust settles on the historic AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final, the medical and doping control officers who were appointed by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to the continental showpiece hailed the Confederation’s unwavering commitment towards delivering unparalleled medical care.

In preparation for the 18th edition of the Confederation's premier men’s national team competition, the members of the medical team underwent thorough training in order to acquaint themselves with all the groundbreaking medical innovations that were introduced for the first time, such as the use of medical tablets and the implementation of paperless doping control measures.

AFC Medical Officers Workshop: New innovative approach and clinical skills towards safety of players #AsianCup2023

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

AFC Medical Officers Workshop: New innovative approach and clinical skills towards safety of players #AsianCup2023

Doha: In anticipation of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) organised the AFC Medical Officers Workshop, with lectures, hands-on training and interactive sessions ensuring medical care of the highest standards across all venues during the competition. 

Prior to these workshops, several seminars were held virtually in 2023 as part of the continuous development programme in preparation for Asia’s crown jewel, the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™. 

Medical practitioners benefit from FIFA Emergency Medicine - Advanced Level Course 2023

Tue, 24 Oct, 2023

Medical practitioners benefit from FIFA Emergency Medicine - Advanced Level Course 2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s concerted efforts to raise the capabilities of its Member Associations (MAs) reached a significant milestone when the FIFA Emergency Medicine - Advanced Level Course 2023 kicked off today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

With the goal of enhancing unified sports medicine practices across Asia, the two-day course is designed to empower the Confederation's medical officers with the skills and knowledge required to handle various on-field medical emergencies in an open environment and under the scrutiny of television audience.

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Team Medical Workshop focuses on players’ safety

Fri, 06 Oct, 2023

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Team Medical Workshop focuses on players’ safety

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC), in collaboration with the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and AFC Medical Center of Excellence Hospital – Aspetar conducted an informative and comprehensive Team Medical Workshop in preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™. 

During the two-day workshop, AFC Medical Committee Chairperson Dato’ Dr. Gurcharan Singh provided insights on medical preparations and regulations for team doctors prior to their arrival and commitments upon arrival during the competition. 

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