Dr. Ala Abbara
Consultant and Clinical Lecturer at Imperial College London, United Kingdom.
Dr. Mohammad Alhaj Ali
Consultant and Lecturer in the Medical School at Cardiff University, United Kingdom.
The University of Damascus, in collaboration with the Syrian British Medical Society (SBMS) and the Association for Medical Education (AMES), invites healthcare professionals, medical students, and those interested in medical education to attend an intensive introductory session on the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).
The session will provide an introduction to the OSCE examination system, with a focus on understanding its structure, purpose, and role in assessing clinical competencies. The event will also offer an opportunity to learn from experienced UK-based medical educators and gain valuable insights into modern approaches to clinical assessment.
The session will feature contributions from Dr. Ala Abbara and Dr. Mohammad Alhaj Ali, with the session moderated by both speakers. The presentation will be delivered by Dr. Ahed Abu Younes, Vice President of Damascus University.
Date: Saturday, 9 May 2026
Time: 20:00–22:00
Topic: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Organised by: University of Damascus, SBMS, and AMES
This session is an excellent opportunity for attendees to develop their understanding of OSCE-based assessment and explore contemporary approaches to evaluating clinical skills in medical education.
