MD2026 – 7th International Conference on Medical Design: Call for Papers on Digital Healthcare and AI
MD Conference Program
WELCOME TO MD 2026
The 7th International Conference on Medical Design (MD2026) is now calling for oral and poster presentations. MD2026 will be held at MRANTI in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We invite scholars and practitioners to submit extended abstracts or posters in English on any aspect of Medical Design and Digital Healthcare — with a particular focus on AI applications in medicine and healthcare — for consideration. Accepted submissions will be presented at the conference and included in the digital MD2026 Conference Book, which will be published and distributed via the conference website. Through a rigorous review process, outstanding submissions and presentations will be selected for the Best Conference Paper Award and Best Poster Presentation Award. We look forward to receiving your contributions and to welcoming you to MD2026 for a successful and enriching conference.
To ensure a smooth publication process, please prepare your submission in MS Word format using the provided templates and submit it through the Manuscript Submission System. The conference welcomes a wide range of topics related to Medical Design and Digital Healthcare. While submissions on all relevant subjects are encouraged, we are particularly interested in the following areas:
To ensure a smooth publication process, please prepare your submission in MS Word format using the provided templates and submit it through the Manuscript Submission System. The conference welcomes a wide range of topics related to Medical Design and Digital Healthcare. While submissions on all relevant subjects are encouraged, we are particularly interested in the following areas:
- Digital Healthcare & AI Innovation for Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs)
- Digital Healthcare & AI for Chronic Diseases (CDs)
- AI in Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
- Digital Health and AI Innovation for Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
- Mental Health Technologies and Social Well-being
- Health Informatics, Big Data Analysis & Utilization in Healthcare
- Digital Healthcare & AI Innovation for Personal Healthcare
- Biomedical Design
- Lean Healthcare
- Privacy, Ethics, and Security for Digital Healthcare
MD2026 Conference Program – Important Dates for Medical Design and Digital Healthcare Research Submission
PROGRAM
Important Date
The author registration deadline is 23th Oct., 2026. Please note that registration for accepted papers must be completed by 31st Aug., 2026 and is non-refundable.
Registrations completed after the deadline may result in the paper being excluded from the conference programme and conference book.
Registrations completed after the deadline may result in the paper being excluded from the conference programme and conference book.
| DETAILS | PAPERS (Regular) |
POSTERS |
|---|---|---|
| Abstract Length | 800 words |
300 words |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 15th Apr., 2026 - 31st Aug., 2026 | |
| Notification of Acceptance | 31st Aug., 2026 | |
| Deadline for Early Bird Registration Payment | 5th Oct., 2026 | |
| Deadline for Registration Payment | 23th Oct., 2026 | |
| Conference Date | 29th-31st Oct., 2026 |
Call for Papers – MD2026 Medical Design Conference on Digital Healthcare and AI Innovation
CALL FOR PAPER
The 7th International Conference on Medical Design (MD2026) is now calling for oral and poster presentations on Medical Design, Digital Healthcare, and AI in medicine. MD 2026 will be held at MRATI in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We invite scholars and practitioners to submit extended abstracts or posters in English on any aspect of Medical Design. Accepted submissions will be presented at the conference and included in the digital MD 2026 Conference Book, which will be published and distributed via the conference website. Outstanding submissions and presentations will be selected through a rigorous review process for the Best Conference Paper Award and Best Poster Presentation Award.
To ensure a smooth publication process, please prepare your submission in MS Word format using the provided templates and submit it through the Manuscript Submission System. The conference welcomes a wide range of topics related to Medical Design. While submissions on all relevant subjects are encouraged, we are particularly interested in the following areas:
To ensure a smooth publication process, please prepare your submission in MS Word format using the provided templates and submit it through the Manuscript Submission System. The conference welcomes a wide range of topics related to Medical Design. While submissions on all relevant subjects are encouraged, we are particularly interested in the following areas:
- Digital Health & AI Innovation for Non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
- Digital Health & AI Innovation for NCDs
- Digital Health & AI Innovation for Chronic Diseases (CDs)
- Digital Health and AI Innovation for Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
- Mental Health Technologies and Social Well-being
- Health Informatics, Big Data Analysis & Utilization in Healthcare
- Digital Health & AI Innovation for Personal Healthcare
- Biomedical Design
- Lean Healthcare
- Privacy, Ethics, and Security for Digital Healthcare
| Key Themes and Topics of Interest: | |
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Digital Healthcare & AI
Innovation for Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) |
Digital Healthcare & AI
Innovation for Chronic Diseases (CDs) |
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AI in Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
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Mental Health Technologies and Social Well-being
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Health Informatics, Big Data Analysis & Utilization in Healthcare
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Digital Health & AI Innovation for Personal Healthcare
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Biomedical Design
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Privacy, Ethics, and Security for Digital Healthcare
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Medical Engineering
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Lean Healthcare
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Paper Submission – MD2026 Medical Design and Digital Healthcare Conference
Submission Guidelines
- Submit an extended abstract in English using the official MS Word Template.
- All accepted abstracts will be published in the online conference book.
- Electronic proceedings will be made available to all participants via the conference website.
Submission Portal
- Submit via the MD2026 Paper Submission System.
- Download the abstract template below.
We look forward to your contributions to MD2026 and to advancing the global
dialogue on medical design, smart healthcare, and AI innovation.
MD2026 Registration & Fees – Medical Design, Digital Healthcare and AI Conference Kuala Lumpur 2026
REGISTRATION & FEES
At least one author of each accepted paper or poster must complete a Regular Registration by no later than 23th Oct. 2026 to present at the conference and have the work included in the proceedings. Please be aware that one regular registration will cover the publication of only one accepted paper or poster.
| Conference: 29th Oct., 2026 - 31st Oct., 2026 | Early Bird Payment (Deadline: 5th Oct., 2026) | Regular Payment (Deadline: 25th Oct., 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| International Delegate | USD 250.00 | USD 300.00 |
| International Delegate Student | USD 150.00 | USD 200.00 |
| Malaysia Delegate | MYR 500.00 | MYR 650.00 |
| Malaysia Student | MYR 300.00 | MYR 400.00 |
| Preconference Workshops + Conference Combo: 28th Oct., 2026 - 31st Oct., 2026 | ||
| International Delegate | USD 350.00 | USD 500.00 |
| International Student | USD 250.00 | USD 400.00 |
| Malaysia Delegate Student | MYR 700.00 | MYR 900.00 |
| Malaysia Student | MYR 500.00 | MYR 650.00 |
MD2026 Organizing Committee – International Conference on Medical Design and Digital Healthcare
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
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General ChairDr. Phei Ming ChernHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaDr. Mohamad Hazwan Mohd DautLife Sciences, MRANTIProf. KevinC.TsengNational Taipei University of Technology
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Technical Program ChairDr. Phei Ming ChernHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaDr. Mohamad Hazwan Mohd DautLife Sciences, MRANTIProf. KevinC.TsengNational Taipei University of TechnologyProf. Yu-Cheng PeiChang Gung Memorial Hospital/ Chang Gung University
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Publication & Proceedings ChairDr. Mei Lian LeowHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaMs. Zairien Adriana Binti ZahidHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaProf. Yu-Cheng PeiChang Gung Memorial Hospital/ Chang Gung University
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Publicity & Communications ChairMr. Ian Chun Hung OngBiotech, Life Sciences, MRANTI MalaysiaMs. Nur Azmina Binti GhazaliHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaProf. Tsai-Hsuan TsaiChang Gung UniversityAsst. Prof. Jian-Jia HuangChang Gung University
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Financial & Sponsorship ChairDr. Azrulreezal Azannee Bin Abdul WahabHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaMs. Zaripah Bt PungotMalaysiaMs. Nor’aini SamsudinMalaysiaProf. Sherry Yueh-Hsia ChiuChang Gung University
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Workshop & Special Session ChairMr. Zul Fadhli Bin ZainalHealthTech, Life Sciences MRANTIDr. Ping Sheng LimHospital Rehabilitasi Cheras, MalaysiaAsst. Prof. Jian-Jia HuangChang Gung University
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Local Arrangements ChairMs. Nur Izzati Binti ZainudinBiotech, Life Sciences, MRANTI MalaysiaMr. Zul Fadhli Bin ZainalHealthTech, Life Sciences, MRANTI MalaysiaMs. Ian Chun Hung OngHealthTech, Life Sciences, MRANTI Malaysia
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Ceremony & Protocol ChairMr. Zhi Huang LauMalaysiaMs. Zaripah Bt PungotMalaysiaMs. Nor’aini SamsudinMalaysia
MD2026 Keynote Speakers – Medical Design, Digital Healthcare and AI Experts
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Four leaders from Taiwan and Malaysia on MedTech innovation,
translation and healthcare AI.
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TaiwanShu-Hsing Li, Ph.D.ProfessorDean, College of Management,
Chang Gung UniversityTopicInnovating, Funding, and Scaling MedTech StartupsChair Faizul Nizam Abu Salim, MD (Malaysia) -
MalaysiaFaizul Nizam Abu Salim, MDDirectorHospital Rehabilitasi CherasTopicBridging clinicians, designers, engineers, and patients in innovation teamsChair Shu-Hsing Li, Ph.D., Professor (Taiwan) -
TaiwanYu-Cheng Pei, MD, Ph.D.Professor & Attending PhysicianDeputy Director, AI Center,
Linkou Chang Gung Memorial HospitalTopicTrends in Healthcare Data StandardizationChair Mohamad Hazwan bin Mohd Daut, Ph.D. (Malaysia) -
MalaysiaMohamad Hazwan bin Mohd Daut, Ph.D.Head of Life SciencesMalaysian Research Accelerator for Technology & Innovation (MRANTI)TopicFrom Hospital Innovation to Market: A journey of Medical Device TranslationChair Yu-Cheng Pei, MD, Ph.D., Professor (Taiwan)
Contact MD2026 – 7th International Conference on Medical Design and Digital Healthcare
CONTACT
EMAIL
service@pddlab.org
EVENT LOCATION
MRANTI: Bulatan Inovasi, Taman Teknologi Malaysia, 43300
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur





