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Welcome to the official page of British Islamic Medical Association. Stay upto date with news and info about BIMA Our Aims are as follows:

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Our Vision is to inspire our membership to unite in service of our patients and profession. To promote better understanding and appreciation of principles and values of Islam amongst all health care professionals.

2. To protect and promote the health of patients and the public by adhering to fundamentals of Islamic ethics and good medical practice.

3. To encourage professional and social interaction among Muslim health care professionals and with wider medical community in the UK

4. To promote research and education in the field of medicine, Islamic medical history and Islamic medical ethics.

5. To engage our professional skills in charitable activities locally and globally to help the needy irrespective of colour, creed or faith.

6. To advise & support Muslim health care professionals and students in career development, orientation and other work related issues.

10/11/2026

We are delighted to welcome Carter Gem Investments on board as an Award Sponsor of the British Muslim Health Awards 2026.

Thank you for helping us recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions across health and care.

Book your tickets for an unforgettable evening of celebration: https://britishima.org/awards/

09/11/2026

“Whistleblowing leads to consequences.”

A powerful reflection shared in BIMA's 2025 Member Survey, highlighting the concerns Muslim healthcare professionals face when speaking up.

This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we're supporting the theme Don't Let It Slide.

Every healthcare professional deserves to work in an environment where they feel safe, respected and supported.

Recognise it. Challenge it. Report it.

Have your say and help shape BIMA's future direction on Advocacy.

🔗 Complete our member survey: https://tinyurl.com/BIMAmembers

09/11/2026

🎙️ BEYOND MEDICINE | SESSION 2: FIND YOUR VOICE.

_Ever wanted to speak up, challenge a decision or make a difference - but weren’t quite sure how?_

Join Dr Shehla Imtiaz-Umer, BIMA Advocacy Lead, for an interactive conversation on finding your voice, influencing systems and advocating with confidence.

Because you don’t need a senior title to make an impact.

📅 Tuesday 10 November | 8–9 PM UK�🎟️ FREE | Online | Open to all

🔗 Register: https://medology.global/bimaessentials

08/11/2026

Navigating religious dress codes in healthcare?

Join BIMA for our upcoming webinar, Dress Codes in Healthcare: Faith, Inclusion and Professional Practice.

Explore hijab accommodations in theatre, alternatives to Bare Below the Elbows (BBE), the experiences of Muslim female healthcare professionals and practical ways to advocate for inclusive workplace policies.

📅 22 November 2026
⏰ 5pm to 6pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Open to students, healthcare professionals and those supporting colleagues in the workplace.

🔗 Register here: https://britishima.org/events/dresscodes-in-healthcare-faith-inclusion-and-professional-practice/

07/11/2026

Tomorrow is the BIMA Specialty Talk Webinar. If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time. Come along, ask your questions and hear from doctors who have been there.

📅 Sunday 8 November 2026
⏰ 10am to 2pm
💻 Online

🎟️ Register here: https://britishima.org/events/bima-specialty-careers-webinar/

05/11/2026

🎙️ Episode 1 of BIMA: Beyond the Consultation is here!

In our first episode, Dr Shehla Imtiaz-Umer, BIMA Advocacy Lead, joins Kashif Mahmood and Dr Moosa Qureshi to explore regulatory discrimination, freedom of expression and the challenges facing healthcare professionals who speak out.

From the growing awareness of the humanitarian crisis and destruction of Gaza’s healthcare system to the professional risks of advocacy, this conversation addresses issues affecting Muslim healthcare professionals.

🎧 Watch the full episode now: https://youtu.be/J0jmNgGmXlI

🤝 Sponsored by Regulation Resolution.

05/11/2026

Just 3 days until the BIMA Specialty Talk Webinar. Doctors from across a range of specialties will be sharing practical insights into their careers, training pathways and applications. There’s still time to register.

📅 Sunday 8 November 2026
⏰ 10am to 2pm
💻 Online

🎟️ Register here: https://britishima.org/events/bima-specialty-careers-webinar/

03/11/2026

“I don’t want Mohamed to treat me.”

A statement shared in BIMA’s survey that reflects the prejudice Muslim healthcare professionals can face simply because of their identity.

This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we stand behind the theme Don’t Let It Slide.

Islamophobia has real consequences for the wellbeing, dignity and professional experiences of Muslim healthcare professionals.

At BIMA, we continue to advocate for safer, fairer and more inclusive workplaces where Muslim healthcare professionals feel respected, supported and empowered.

Recognise it. Challenge it. Report it.

Together, we can help build an NHS where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

03/11/2026

⏰ Today: Wealth-Building for Muslim Health Professionals!

Looking to make informed financial decisions while staying true to your faith and values?

Join BIMA x Simply Ethical tonight for practical guidance on halal investing, Sharia-compliant pensions, ISAs, savings and long-term financial planning.

Hear directly from Simply Ethical's experts and bring your questions!

📅 Tuesday 3 November 2026
🕗 8pm to 9pm (UK)
💻 Online

🔗 Last chance to register: https://britishima.org/events/webinar-wealth-building-for-muslim-health-professionals/

02/11/2026

🗞️ The October issue of BIMA Pulse is out - focus on upcoming events and webinars, BIMA's new podcast and Advocacy updates, plus highlights from October, including:

👤 Intro by Dr Nadia Khan, BIMA Advocacy
🇬🇧 BIMA meets the PM at Number 10
🤝 BIMA Research on Dresscode policies
💉 Latest flu vaccination guidance
📄 New legal support for members
🎗️ Cancer Awareness Campaign launch..and more!

🔗 Read online: https://bit.ly/PulseOctober26

📢 Share this post with colleagues and encourage them to join our rapidly growing network of nearly 10,000 Muslim healthcare professionals.

💳 Become a paying member today. You can help support BIMA continue with its work for just £10 per month! 👉🏼 https://britishima.org/join-bima/

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Website

http://www.BritishIMA.org/

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