Australian Islamic Medical Association AIMA
Australian Islamic Medical Association
Unite, Inspire & Serve
AIMA is a democratic and national organisation that aims to unite and inspire Muslim healthcare and serve humanity.
Muslim healthcare professionals form the significant proportion of the Australian Health Workforce. Our membership body reflects the diversity of professions, grades, ethnicities and localities with the Muslims workforce.
AIMA National Conference 2025
Join us for a weekend filled with learning, networking, and celebration at the AIMA conference, where your Muslim health community comes alive. Let’s elevate the conversation and empower our health community together. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!
Early Bird Ticket Sales are on sale now!
Buy your ticket before 31 December 2024
Annual Blood Donation Drive
AIMA’s annual Blood Donation Drive will be held on Friday 29 November 2024 at participating mosques all around Australia.
The urgent need for blood donations, especially from diverse ethnic groups, is vital to meet the needs of Australia’s multicultural patients.
Recognising this, AIMA initiated the national blood drive, encouraging mosque congregants from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds to participate.
Islamophobia Research Project
The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA), in partnership with Federation University Australia, is conducting a research study on Islamophobia in Australian Healthcare. This survey is for *all healthcare professionals* (Muslim and non-Muslim) and students/trainees in any health field.
The survey is *anonymous*, takes less than 20 minutes, and is completely voluntary.
Upcoming Events
17
November
AIMA NSW End Of Year Picnic
Sunday 17 November 2024 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
An afternoon with snacks, activities, and casual networking with other students and health professionals, both junior and senior.
We will also be collecting donations for our brothers and sisters in Palestine.
26
November
Webinar: Osteoporosis Management: Gaps and Updates
Tuesday 26 November 2024 – 8:00 PM
Speakers:
• Dr Shenaz Seedat, Consultant Endocrinologist
• Moderator: Dr Asif Shahzad, AIMA QLD Executive Member
CPD Accredited: 1 Hour by RACGP
29
November
AIMA Blood Donation Drive 2024
Friday 29 November 2024 – After Juma
AIMA’s annual Blood Donation Drive will be held on Friday 29 November 2024 at participating mosques all around Australia.
19-20
April 2025
AIMA National Conference 2025
Saturday 19 April – Sunday 20 April 2025
Setting Your Compass: Navigating Healthcare and Fostering Resilience
Previous Events
AIMA Hosts Informative Zoom Session for Newly Arrived Palestinians from Gaza
The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) recently hosted a Zoom session for newly arrived Palestinians from Gaza on Saturday 10 August 2024. Led by Dr Mahmoud Youssef, the session aimed to educate these families about the Australian healthcare system and...
Australian Islamic Medical Association Hosts Lifesavers Event at Albanian Islamic Youth Centre
On Saturday 10 August 2024, volunteers from the Australian Islamic Medical Association’s Victorian branch conducted a Lifesavers event at the Australian Albanian Islamic society’s Youth Centre, engaging over 45 children and adults. The event featured...
AIMA Victoria’s ‘Discovering AIMA’ Networking Event
By Dr Jasmin Dabboucy On the evening of Saturday 3 August 2024, the Australian Islamic Medical Association’s Victorian branch held a networking evening at Oakwood Premier Melbourne. The event began with a warm welcome by Dr Jasmin Dabboucy, AIMA Victoria’s Vice...
AIMA Inspires Future Healthcare Professionals at ICOM Careers Expo
By Farhan Ishraq, Final Year Medical Student Australian Islamic Medical Association’s (AIMA) Victorian branch recently made a significant impact at the Islamic College of Melbourne’s (ICOM) annual Careers Expo, held for Year 9, 10, 11, and 12 students on...
Unlocking the path to medical school: Pre-med students learn insights at AIMA student led event
By Amber Anees Catering towards the rising interest in medical school applications, the Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) student team hosted their 2nd event of the year aimed at giving exclusive insight into the life of a medical student and pathways into...
AIMA SA at International Food Fiesta 2024
By Zameer Seleem The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) SA was blessed to have the opportunity to participate in this year’s International Food Fiesta on Friday 2 August 2024, hosted by the Adelaide Medical Student’s Society (AMSS). We served biriyani,...
Empowering change: AIMA’s national leadership course
By Maryam Darmawan The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) hosted a leadership course in Brisbane on Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 June, an event featuring many engaging speakers and attended by like-minded individuals from across the country. Over two days, the...
A comprehensive exploration of Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity Symposium
By: Dr Sohel Modan The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) South Australia charter held a highly informative symposium on Saturday 11 May 2024 at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, featuring a diverse range of discussions on metabolic syndrome and obesity by...
First Lifesavers at Sunshine Coast
Sunday 19 May 2024 saw an excellent turnout for Lifesavers at Sunshine Coast, QLD. Led by Dr Maureen Khan and her team, the first lifesavers at Sunshine Coast had many women and children attend. The event attracted multiple individuals interested in joining AIMA,...
Unite:
We are a democratic independent, non-for-profit grassroots organization for Muslims Healthcare Professionals in Australia.
Inspire:
To inspire physical, spiritual and emotional well-being amongst our members and the broader community.
Serve:
Our vision is to inspire Muslim Healthcare Professionals to unite in service of our patients and profession. Our volunteer-led campaigns impact the lives of thousands across the Australia and overseas.
Email: admin@aima.org.au
Call / WhatsApp: 0468 691 676