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Alhamdulillah: IMAN PHIL Virtual National Assembly 2026

by Maymona J. Choudry-Ghazali

Alhamdulillah for the meaningful and successful IMAN PHIL Virtual National Assembly 2026 held last February 15, 2026. 💚✨

This year’s Assembly was a powerful gathering of Muslim physicians and medical professionals united in faith, service, and shared purpose. It was not only a formal organizational meeting, but a reflection of our commitment to excellence, leadership, and service to the Ummah.

Organizing Committee Leadership

With sincere appreciation, we honor the leaders who made this gathering possible:

  • Dr. Maymona J. Choudry-Ghazali
    Chair, Organizing Committee
  • Dr. Khadija Yanga Uddin-Ibrahim
    Vice Chair, Organizing Committee

Your dedication, meticulous planning, and steadfast leadership ensured that the National Assembly was seamless, purposeful, and impactful for all participants.

IMAN Board of Directors

We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to our IMAN Board of Directors for their vision and continued guidance:

  • Dr. Zhamir Umag – President
  • Dr. Naheeda Mustofa – Vice President

Your leadership continues to inspire unity, professionalism, and faith-driven service within IMAN Philippines.

Program Highlights

Spiritual Reflection

The Assembly opened with a heartfelt du’a and short lecture on Ramadan by Shaykh Abdulghafur S. Sarail. His reminder centered on sincerity (ikhlas), renewal of intentions, and preparing spiritually for the blessed month of Ramadan while continuing our service to the community.

Major Accomplishments & Collaborations

  • Ramadan Caravan – Continuing outreach and medical missions to underserved communities.
  • Introduction and potential collaboration with IMANA (Islamic Medical Association of North America) – Strengthening global partnerships among Muslim physicians.
  • June 25, 2025 Meeting: Strengthening Faith-Based Health Initiatives for Lingkod Kalusugan ng Alagad ng Pananampalataya at Pamayanan (LING APP).
  • IMAN AnCon x WIHU (World Islamic Health Union) – Including the historic Manila Declaration on Healthy Aging, held December 14–15, 2025, with local and international delegates.

Educational Enrichment

An insightful lecture on Renal Nutrition was delivered by Dr. Maaliddin B. Biruar, MD, FPCP, Vice President of the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP). His discussion emphasized preventive care and practical approaches to improving patient outcomes.

Organizational Updates

  • 📢 Call for sponsorships to support upcoming IMAN initiatives and programs.
  • 🗳️ Presentation of IMAN Board of Directors nominees.
  • 📅 Election deadline set on February 21, 2026.

Gratitude to All Participants

To all members, chapter representatives, speakers, and participants from across the country—thank you for taking the time to attend, engage, and contribute. Your presence and commitment are what truly gave life to this Assembly.

Because of you, this gathering became more than a program—it became a reflection of our shared mission and brotherhood/sisterhood in service to the Ummah.

May Allah (SWT) reward everyone involved, accept our efforts, and grant barakah in the work we continue to do together. Ameen. 🤍

Together in faith. United in service. Committed to healing.

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