AHTBE 27
Call for Papers
3rd International Conference on Advancement in Healthcare Technology and Biomedical Engineering · August 20–22, 2027 · Vancouver, BC, Canada
Welcome
Welcome to AHTBE 27
We are excited to invite researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students to participate in the 3rd International Conference on Advancement in Healthcare Technology and Biomedical Engineering (AHTBE 27), which will be held in Vancouver, BC, Canada on August 20–22, 2027. This premier forum aims to bring together leading experts to discuss the latest innovations, challenges, and future directions in healthcare technology and biomedical engineering.
The conference will provide a platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research, fostering collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the globe. Accepted papers will be published in indexed proceedings, ensuring wide visibility and impact.
We encourage submissions of original research, case studies, and review articles addressing the conference’s tracks and topics. Join us as we explore how technology and engineering are shaping the future of healthcare. All accepted and presented papers will be published in the Scopus-indexed proceedings.
Important Dates
Abstract / Poster Submission
November 30, 2026
Full Paper Submission
November 30, 2026
Industry Session Proposals
July 30, 2026
Open
Camera-Ready Submission
April 25, 2027
Notification of Decision
January 20, 2027
Registration Deadline
March 10, 2027
Scope
Conference Tracks
AHTBE 27 welcomes original research across eleven tracks. Each track lists its detailed topics below.
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Track 1: Biomedical Imaging and Signal Processing
- Medical image classification
- Medical image segmentation
- Image reconstruction and enhancement
- Medical imaging modalities (MRI, CT, etc.)
- Signal processing (EEG, ECG, EMG, etc.)
- AI applications in medical imaging
- Optical imaging and spectroscopy
- 3D/4D imaging technologies
- Data fusion and multi-modality imaging
- Image-guided interventions
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Track 2: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare
- AI-driven diagnostics and predictive analytics
- Machine learning for personalized medicine
- Natural language processing for medical data
- Explainable AI in healthcare
- AI applications in drug discovery
- Deep learning for medical image analysis
- Decision support systems
- Ethics and bias in AI for healthcare
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Track 3: Healthcare Robotics and Automation
- Robotic-assisted surgery
- Rehabilitation robotics
- AI-driven robotic systems in healthcare
- Autonomous robots for elderly care
- Wearable robotic exoskeletons
- Human-robot interaction in healthcare
- Sensor integration in healthcare robotics
- Automation in hospital logistics
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Track 4: Wearable and Implantable Devices
- Biosensors for health monitoring
- Implantable medical devices (pacemakers, neurostimulators)
- Smart wearable technologies
- Energy harvesting for medical implants
- Wireless health monitoring systems
- Internet of Medical Things (IoMT)
- Challenges in biocompatibility and material design
- Device regulation and safety
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Track 5: Telemedicine and e-Health
- Advances in telehealth platforms
- Mobile health applications
- Remote monitoring technologies
- Security and privacy in e-health systems
- Blockchain applications in telemedicine
- Digital health interventions for chronic diseases
- Remote surgical systems
- Accessibility and usability of telemedicine solutions
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Track 6: Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering
- Biomaterials for implants and prosthetics
- 3D bioprinting and tissue scaffolds
- Nanotechnology in biomaterials
- Regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies
- Biodegradable materials in healthcare
- Drug delivery systems using biomaterials
- Mechanical properties of biomedical materials
- Biocompatibility and regulatory challenges
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Track 7: Healthcare Data Analytics and Management
- Big data in healthcare
- Data interoperability in electronic health records
- Predictive modeling for population health
- Real-time analytics for clinical decision-making
- Data visualization in healthcare
- Privacy-preserving data analytics
- Challenges in managing unstructured medical data
- Cloud-based healthcare systems
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Track 8: Innovations in Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies
- Advanced prosthetics and orthotics
- Neurological rehabilitation technologies
- Virtual reality for physical therapy
- Brain-computer interfaces for rehabilitation
- Cognitive rehabilitation tools
- Smart assistive devices for the elderly
- Gamification in rehabilitation
- Evaluation of assistive technology outcomes
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Track 9: Clinical Nursing, Leadership, and Healthcare Quality
- Continuing medical and nursing education
- Advanced nursing practice and clinical leadership
- Critical care and emergency nursing
- Community and public health nursing
- Geriatric nursing and aging care
- Women’s health and reproductive care
- Infection prevention and control in nursing practice
- Nursing education, simulation, and professional development
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Track 10: Clinical Best Practices in Healthcare
- Primary care and family medicine
- Internal medicine and multidisciplinary care
- Emergency medicine and acute care
- Clinical ethics and professional practice
- Chronic disease and long-term care
- Patient safety, quality improvement, and risk management
- Clinical guidelines, protocols, and best practices
- Patient communication, empathy, and shared decision-making
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Track 11: Health Education, Policy, and Innovation
- Smart hospitals and healthcare infrastructure
- Healthcare cybersecurity and data privacy
- Policy and governance in healthcare technology
- Genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics
- Patient-centered care and design
- Health economics, outcomes research, and value-based care
- Virtual and augmented reality in medicine
- Healthcare education, training, and simulation technologies
- Sustainable healthcare and green technology
Speakers
Keynote Speaker and Expert Talks
Dr. Yasin Mamatjan, PhD, PEng
Chair, Software Engineering Department
Thompson Rivers University, Canada
Expert Talk 2
To be announced
Expert Talk 3
To be announced
Publication
Conference Proceedings
We are happy to share that all accepted and presented full papers will be published in the Scopus-indexed proceedings.
Extended versions of conference papers are cordially invited, after publication of the proceedings, for submission to the Diagnostics journal (JCR Q1, ISSN 2075-4418) with an additional 20% discount on the Article Processing Charge of 2600 CHF for our special issue “AI/ML-Based Medical Image Processing and Analysis (3rd Edition)”.
CMT acknowledgment: The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.
Submit to AHTBE 27
Abstracts, full papers, and research posters are due November 30, 2026.