The “Medicine in Crisis” symposium at LIMSC 2027 is an interdisciplinary session focused on the delivery of healthcare in high-risk and resource-limited environments. It provides a platform for in-depth discussion on how medical care is organised and delivered in contexts shaped by conflict, instability, and scarcity.
Bringing together perspectives from clinicians, humanitarian workers, researchers, and experts in fields such as logistics, ethics, technology, and pharmacology, the symposium explores the complex realities of providing care under pressure. Key themes include decision-making in resource-limited settings, innovation in crisis response, and the ethical considerations that arise when healthcare systems are under strain. All discussions are guided by a commitment to high-quality care for all patients, regardless of context.
In line with the academic principles of Leiden University and its motto Praesidium Libertatis, the symposium upholds academic freedom, neutrality, and respectful scientific exchange. To ensure a constructive environment, all contributions remain non-political, clinically focused, and communicated in a neutral and professional manner. The emphasis lies on interdisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and the development of innovative and societally relevant solutions in healthcare. A full overview of the safeguards and scope of the symposium can be found in the official guidelines here.
