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			<h2>Prof. Dr. Furqan Ahmed Siddiqi</h2><h2 style="line-height: 0.6;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 0 !important;">Principal/Dean <br> Foundation University College of Physical Therapy (FUCP) <br> Foundation University College of Allied Health Sciences (FUCAHS)</span></h2>
			<p>Dear esteemed colleagues,<br>
It is my privilege to welcome you to the Allied Health Sciences and Rehabilitation Conference
(ARC 2026), being hosted by Foundation University Islamabad, Pakistan.
ARC 2026 has been conceptualized as a high-impact international platform dedicated to
advancing scientific inquiry, clinical innovation, and academic excellence within rehabilitation
and allied health sciences. The conference is designed to serve as a structured forum where
evidence, expertise, and emerging perspectives converge to advance contemporary healthcare
practice.<br>
The scientific identity of ARC 2026 is anchored in its carefully defined focus areas, which reflect
the evolving priorities of modern healthcare systems. These include Precision Health and
Emerging Technologies in Rehabilitation Practice, enabling data-driven and technology-
enhanced clinical decision-making; Integrated Care Pathways, supporting coordinated,
multidisciplinary, and patient-centred models of care; Future-Oriented Healthcare through
Sustainable and Impact-Driven Practice, emphasizing long-term effectiveness, adaptability, and
measurable outcomes; and Quality Assurance and Clinical Governance, strengthening standards
in education, clinical training, patient safety, and professional accountability.<br>
Together, these domains ensure that the conference is not only a platform for dissemination of
knowledge, but also a catalyst for refining clinical practice, strengthening academic
frameworks, and advancing quality standards across allied health disciplines.<br>
Through keynote lectures, scientific presentations, workshops, and panel discussions,
participants will engage with national and international experts contributing to the
advancement of rehabilitation sciences and allied health education.<br>
I encourage all participants to actively engage in scientific dialogue, critically explore new ideas,
and contribute to the collective advancement of the field. Your participation will play a vital
role in shaping the academic depth and scientific impact of ARC 2026.<br>
I look forward to welcoming you to ARC 2026 and wish you a productive, enriching, and
professionally rewarding conference experience.</p>

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