Osama Smettei | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Osama Smettei | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

London Health Siences Centre | Canada

Dr. Osama Smettei is a Fellow in Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac CT at Western University and London Health Sciences Centre, Canada, with extensive expertise in non-invasive cardiac imaging and clinical cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus and holds multiple board certifications, including FRCP, Arab Board of Cardiovascular Diseases, and advanced diplomas in echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT, and MRI. His professional career spans senior consultant and fellowship roles across Canada and Saudi Arabia. Dr. Osama Smettei’s research interests include cardiac imaging, radiation optimization, and preventive cardiology, supported by strong skills in multimodality imaging, registry-based research, and quality improvement. He has authored 49 publications, contributed to PROTECTION VI, received multiple national research awards, and continues to advance patient-centered, evidence-based cardiovascular imaging.

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Haleh Ayatollahi | Public Health Informatics | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Haleh Ayatollahi | Public Health Informatics | Research Excellence Award

Iran University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Haleh Ayatollahi is a Professor of Medical Informatics with extensive experience in health information management, digital health, and health technology assessment. She holds a PhD in Health Informatics from the University of Sheffield (UK), an MSc and BSc in Medical Records from Iran University of Medical Sciences, and an associate degree in the same field. She has held several senior academic and executive roles, including Director of the Deputy of Research and Technology at both the School of Health Management and Information Sciences and the Health Management and Economics Research Centre, and membership on the Medical Informatics Evaluation and Examination Board. Her academic career spans teaching, research leadership, postgraduate administration, and international collaboration. Her research focuses on telemedicine, mobile health, clinical decision support systems, artificial intelligence in healthcare, digital health evaluation, health information systems, patient safety, and technology adoption, with strong contributions to policy briefs and global health studies, including the Global Burden of Disease projects. She has authored 108 peer-reviewed documents with 6,293 citations across 5,499 citing documents and an h-index of 21, reflecting sustained scholarly impact. She has contributed to high-impact journals such as The Lancet, BMC series, Digital Health, and PLOS ONE, and has received multiple academic and research recognitions for excellence in education, research productivity, and leadership in medical informatics.

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Clinicians’ Knowledge and Perception of Telemedicine Technology

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Shinobu Hirayama | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Shinobu Hirayama | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Meiji Pharmaceutical University | Japan

Shinobu Hirayama is a Japanese clinical microbiology researcher and pharmacist whose work focuses on antimicrobial stewardship, antimicrobial resistance, and clinical infectious diseases. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Meiji Pharmaceutical University (1997) and is currently pursuing a PhD in Microbiology. With long-standing experience at Toho University Omori Medical Centre—most recently as Assistant Director of the Department of Pharmacy—she has contributed extensively to infection control and antimicrobial management. Her research portfolio includes peer-reviewed publications on carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales, antimicrobial dosing metrics, vancomycin-associated kidney injury, and therapeutic strategies for COVID-19 and Clostridioides difficile. She has presented her work at major national and international conferences, including APSMM. Hirayama’s scholarly output includes 5 peer-reviewed documents, cited by 122 documents, with an h-index of 2, reflecting her growing impact in clinical microbiology and antimicrobial stewardship research. She received the Encouragement Award from the Japanese Society of Chemotherapy (2016) for developing a novel evaluation method for carbapenem stewardship. Her current work aims to refine antimicrobial and antifungal stewardship practices to improve patient outcomes and limit resistance development.

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Ohtani, M., Yokoo, T., Miyazaki, T., Yasuda, H., Nishikawa, E., Tomida, M., Tsukada, M., Sato, E., Hirayama, S., Murakami, H., Yoshizawa, S., Matsumoto, T., & Tateda, K.
“Clinical efficacy of casirivimab and imdevimab in preventing COVID-19 in the Omicron BA.5 subvariant epidemic: a retrospective study” in Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Care and Sciences, 11(1): 94.

Hirayama, S., Otani, M., Murakami, H., Sakamoto, M., Tateda, K., Matsumoto, T., & Sugita, T. “Association between antimicrobial use and the detection rates of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales: long-term surveillance results from a single centre” in Infection Prevention in Practice, In Press.

Ohtani, M., Yoshizawa, S., Miyazaki, T., Kumade, E., Hirayama, S., Sakamoto, M., Murakami, H., Maeda, T., Ishii, Y., Matsumoto, T., & Tateda, K. “Clinical efficacy of therapeutic agents for Clostridioides difficile infection based on four severity classifications” in Japanese Journal of Infectious Diseases, 77(5): 281–284.

Uekusa, S., Hanai, Y., Hirayama, S., Yokoo, T., Hasegawa, T., Shimoyama, K., Kusano, A., Nishizawa, K., Matsumoto, T., & Matsuo, K. “Vancomycin hydrochloride as a risk factor for acute kidney injury: a retrospective study” in Pharmacology, 108(5): 444–450.

Javier Aquiles Hidalgo Acosta | Data Processing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Javier Aquiles Hidalgo Acosta | Data Processing | Best Researcher Award

Hyc Doctors | Ecuador

Dr. Javier Aquiles Hidalgo Acosta is a distinguished physician and medical specialist in Critical Care Medicine, with a career marked by dedication to patient well-being, clinical excellence, and academic contribution. His professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing intensive care practices, enhancing medical education, and contributing to scientific knowledge through research and publications. He is recognized as both a clinician and researcher, combining medical expertise with a humanistic approach to patient care.

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Education

Dr. Hidalgo Acosta began his medical training at the University of Guayaquil, where he completed his degree in Medicine. With a strong foundation in medical sciences, he continued his academic path by specializing in Critical Care Medicine at the Universidad de Especialidades Espíritu Santo. His postgraduate education equipped him with advanced skills to handle complex medical conditions and life-threatening emergencies, making him a highly capable and sought-after critical care specialist. Through continuous professional development, congress participation, and training programs, he has maintained a cutting-edge knowledge of medical advancements and treatment protocols in critical care and anesthesiology.

Experience

Dr. Hidalgo Acosta has accumulated extensive experience working in various prestigious hospitals and healthcare institutions. His early clinical training included internships and residencies across pediatric, gyneco-obstetric, emergency, and intensive care units, giving him broad exposure to diverse medical disciplines. He has served as a rural physician, intensive care resident, and later as a specialist in intensive care units, where he has provided life-saving care to critically ill patients. His tenure in major hospitals such as Hospital General del Norte de Guayaquil Los Ceibos, Hospital de Especialidades Dr. Teodoro Maldonado Carbo, and other medical centers reflects his versatility and clinical leadership. In addition, he has contributed to emergency medicine and anesthesiology, reinforcing his expertise across high-demand and high-risk medical fields.

Research Interest

A passionate researcher, Dr. Hidalgo Acosta has published numerous scientific papers addressing a wide range of medical topics. His research spans critical care interventions, obstetric infections, neurological syndromes, cardiovascular diseases, congenital malformations, and complex clinical case reports. Notably, his studies on sepsis, respiratory complications, obstetric outcomes, and neurological disorders contribute to the growing body of medical literature in Latin America. He has also investigated innovative approaches to mechanical ventilation, thrombolysis, cerebrovascular accident management, and rare congenital syndromes. His contributions demonstrate a profound interest in bridging clinical practice with academic knowledge, helping improve diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive strategies in medicine.

Awards and Recognitions

Throughout his career, Dr. Hidalgo Acosta has been honored for his scientific and academic contributions. He received recognition from the University of Guayaquil for his merits in scientific research and has participated in national and international medical congresses. His involvement in specialized training such as the Fundamental Critical Care Support (FCCS) program, international cardiology updates, and sepsis congresses has earned him recognition as a physician dedicated to continuous growth and knowledge dissemination. His accolades reflect both his professional excellence and his role as a contributor to the advancement of medical science.

Publications

Cárdenas Matute, R.T., Chalco Román, G.J., Canales Vélez, S.M., Toala Zambrano, G.R., & Hidalgo Acosta, J.A. (2025). Neumonía asociada a la ventilación mecánica. Mediciencias UTA.

Díaz Meneses, N.G., Pazmiño Iñiga, M.E., Segarra Zambrano, V.L., Díaz Cepeda, S.P., & Hidalgo Acosta, J.A. (2025). Obesidad y eventos cardiovasculares adversos mayores. Mediciencias UTA.

Hidalgo Acosta, J.A., Cueva Pantoja, M.B., Gavilanes Navarrete, K.F., & Chong Viteri, A.G. (2025). Tipos de shock: enfoque práctico en unidad de cuidados intensivos. Mediciencias UTA.

Mawyin-Muñoz, C.E., Salmerón-Escobar, F.J., Hidalgo-Acosta, J.A., & Calderon-León, M.F. (2025). Medical simulation: an essential tool for training, diagnosis, and treatment in the 21st century. BMC Medical Education.

Conclusion

Dr. Javier Aquiles Hidalgo Acosta represents the integration of clinical skill, academic research, and humanistic values in medicine. With a foundation rooted in rigorous education, decades of experience in intensive care and anesthesiology, and a strong portfolio of scientific publications, he has established himself as a leader in his field. His ongoing engagement in global medical forums and contributions to research demonstrate his commitment to improving healthcare outcomes and inspiring future medical professionals. Through his multifaceted career, he continues to embody the essence of a physician who not only heals but also educates, investigates, and innovates for the benefit of the medical community and society at large.