We are delighted to welcome you to the Pre-Conference Workshop “HEMS in Asia” at the ADAC Luftrettung Campus on September 16, 2026 as part of the AirMed World Congress 2026.
This unique session provides valuable insights into the development, organization, and future challenges of HEMS across Asia. Together with experts from the Japanese Society for Aeromedical Services, participants will explore current trends, innovative approaches, and best practices from one of the world’s most dynamic regions in aeromedical care. The workshop is designed to foster international exchange, encourage discussion, and inspire new ideas for the future of air rescue and critical care transport.
To attend the pre-conference, you will need a conference ticket. Click this link to register for the conference.
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Current Status, Historical Development, and Future Perspectives of HEMS in Japan | Dr. Ryukoh Ogino (Japan) |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Current Status, Historical Development, and Future Perspectives of HEMS in Korea: Education and Training of HEMS Medical Crews | Dr. Kang Hyun Lee (Republic of Korea) |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Current Status, Historical Development, and Future Perspectives of HEMS in Taiwan | Dr. Kuan-Cheng Lai (Taiwan) |
| 11:30 – 12:00 | Current Status, Historical Development, and Future Perspectives of HEMS in India | Dr Shalini Nalwad (India) |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Time | |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | Current Status, Historical Development, and Future Perspectives of HEMS in Thailand | Dr. Atchariya Pangma (Thailand) |
| 13:30 – 14:00 | The Role of Doctor-Heli in Natural Disaster Response and Management in Japan | Dr. Tomokazu Motomura (Japan) |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Interactive Panel Discussion: Future Directions of HEMS in Asia | |
| 15:00 – 15:20 | Closing Remarks by the Course Co-Directors | Dr. Lee and Dr. Ogino |
| 15:20 – 16:30 | Guided Tour of the ADAC Luftrettung Campus and Operational Facilities | Dr. Matthias Ruppert (ADAC HEMS Academy) |
The pre-conference workshop “HEMS in Asia” will be held as part of AirMed World Congress 2026 in Munich under the responsibility of the Japanese Society for Aeromedical Services (JSAS).