I hope you all had a blessed and joyous Eid-ul-Adha with your loved ones. As we reflect on this time of sacrifice, charity and community, we also look back with immense gratitude at the remarkable strides BIMA has made over the past month.
Recently, we gathered in Glasgow for the BIMA National Conference 2026, sharing a phenomenal weekend centred on connection and collective empowerment. We are incredibly proud that our joint defibrillator initiative with Islamic Relief was featured by the BBC, and our Mindsavers programme received national recognition from the BMJ and Equi.
A key focus recently has been the General Medical Council (GMC) reforms. The GMC is undergoing its biggest regulatory overhaul in recent times, with proposed changes that could significantly impact fitness to practise processes and professional standards. To unpack what this means for doctors and what an individual doctor can do, BIMA is hosting a vital webinar on 3rd June with expert insights from regulatory lawyer Kashif Mahmood and Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Shazad Amin.
Looking ahead, we invite you to the Muslim Chaplaincy Conference on 17th June, the MPower Leadership Summit on 20th June, the Mental Health summit on 18th of July and to volunteer for our nationwide Mindsavers workshops launching this July.
The demands of our profession are immense. Please continue to prioritise your own physical and mental well-being so you can continue to serve others compassionately.
Dr Mohammed Ejaz Faizur Rahman
BIMA Council Member and Treasurer
Upcoming Events
New GMC Reforms: A Must-Attend Webinar!
The GMC is undergoing its biggest regulatory overhaul in more than 40 years, with proposed changes that could significantly impact fitness to practise processes, professional standards, and the future of medical regulation.
BIMA is hosting a webinar unpacking what these reforms could mean for doctors and the wider profession, chaired by Dr Nadia Khan, with expert insights from regulatory lawyer Kashif Mahmood and Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Shazad Amin.
The session will be a timely discussion around accountability, fairness, and the future direction of healthcare regulation in the UK.
BIMA is pleased to announce the Muslim Chaplaincy Conference 2026: End of Life Care and Organ Donation — a dedicated national gathering for Muslim chaplains, chaplaincy volunteers, and those supporting patients and families through some of life’s most sensitive moments.
The conference will bring together clinicians, Islamic scholars, researchers, chaplains, donors, recipients, and families to explore topics including:
End-of-life care and bedside spiritual support
Organ donation and ethical decision-making
Brain stem death and clinical donation pathways
Ethnic disparities and lived experiences
Through expert discussions, patient and family stories, and reflective conversations, the event aims to build confidence in navigating these important issues with compassion, knowledge, and faith.
Following a highly successful gathering in Manchester last year, the MPower Leadership Summit returns on 20 June 2026 in Staffordshire.
The summit will bring together Muslim professionals for a day of honest conversations, leadership development, and networking — exploring themes including faith and career, AI and the future of work, impact-driven leadership, and navigating Islamophobia in professional spaces.
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is hosting a Mental Health Summit focused on strengthening collaboration, innovation, and investment in Muslim mental health initiatives across the UK.
Saturday 18 July | UEL Docklands, London
As an affiliate member of MCB, BIMA members can access a special early bird ticket price of £15 until 31 May.
BIMA is calling on volunteers and mosques across the UK to support better mental health within our communities through Mindsavers 2026.
Our Mindsavers: 5 Pillars for Better Mental Health workshop will be delivered nationwide on Saturday 4 July 2026, helping create safe, faith-sensitive spaces for learning, reflection, and conversation around mental wellbeing.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, community volunteer, or mosque representative, we’d love you to get involved.
At the start of May, BIMA welcomed Muslim healthcare professionals from across the UK to Glasgow for the BIMA National Conference 2026 — a weekend centred on learning, connection, and collective purpose.
From high-level discussions and practical workshops to networking and new collaborations, the Conference reflected the strength of a growing professional community invested in its future.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended, contributed, volunteered, and helped make the weekend such a success.
The highlight photos and videos are coming soon...
April-May at a Glance
Faith Literacy in the NHS Survey Launch
BIMA, in association with Equi, are running a UK-wide survey exploring faith literacy in the NHS and its impact on staff wellbeing, patient care, and community partnerships. Open to UK healthcare workers and students aged 18+. The survey is anonymous.
BIMA & Islamic Relief UK Defibrillator Initiative Featured by the BBC
A joint initiative between BIMA, Islamic Relief, British Heart Foundation and the Department of Health and Social Care has been featured by the BBC, highlighting efforts to improve emergency cardiac response within local communities.
The project led to the installation of 57 publicly accessible defibrillators at mosques across the UK, alongside CPR and emergency response training for more than 300 mosque staff and volunteers.
The initiative forms part of BIMA’s wider cardiovascular health and Lifesavers work delivered annually in mosques and community spaces nationwide.
BIMA’s Mindsavers programme has recently been recognised by both the BMJ and Equi’s national Beyond the Clinic report for its work supporting mental health within Muslim communities.
The Equi report highlighted the important role faith and spirituality play in helping young people navigate stress and emotional wellbeing, recognising Mindsavers as a leading example of community-based, faith-sensitive support.
The BMJ also featured the work of Mindsavers Lead, Dr Imrana Siddiqui, acknowledging BIMA’s efforts to deliver evidence-based mental health education in mosques and community spaces in response to real gaps in care.
These recognitions reflect the growing importance of culturally grounded, community-led approaches to mental health support.
Earlier this month, BIMA hosted Let’s Talk Death: A Muslim Perspective on Dying — an online session exploring end-of-life care through both Islamic guidance and medical understanding.
The webinar was extremely well received, attracting over 500 registrants and generating thoughtful engagement and questions from participants throughout the session.
Discussions covered palliative care, Islamic and clinical perspectives on DNACPR and withholding treatment, and what happens physically at the end of life — helping create a safe and reflective space for conversations that are often difficult, but deeply important.
The team also launched A Muslim’s Guide to Expected Death at Home as part of Dying Matters Week 2026. You can access the guide below.
British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) and RM Partners Cancer Alliance support efforts to raise awareness of the HPV vaccine and its role in preventing future cancers.
Protecting health through prevention is a shared responsibility, and access to trusted, culturally sensitive information helps families make informed choices with confidence.
Together, we remain committed to improving awareness, reducing inequalities, and supporting healthier communities.
BIMA has updated its measles guidance following the sharp rise in measles cases across the UK.
Measles is a highly infectious and potentially serious viral illness, with around 1 in 5 children requiring hospital care after infection.
Vaccination remains the simplest and most effective way to protect children and communities. The MMRV vaccine provides safe and effective protection against measles and related illnesses.
We’re continuing to build practical, meaningful value for our members — supporting your career development, learning, and connection to community.
You can access a wide range of benefits including brand discounts (Learning Roots, Desi Doll, Qur’an Cube), financial guidance, and additional support continually being developed to serve you at every stage of your journey.
Not yet a member? Join a growing community of Muslim healthcare professionals working to support one another and serve with impact: https://britishima.org/join-bima
There are 40+ BIMA professional and regional WhatsApp groups that you can benefit from. These groups are a chance to network and discuss topical issues with colleagues in your professional area(s) and/or region.
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