The International Sports Medicine Federation recently held its elective general assembly in Santiago, Chile, for the 2026-2030 term. The assembly resulted in Tunisia's election to the federation's executive office, represented by Dr. Maher الزهار, who was appointed as the Third Deputy President. This development marks a significant milestone for Tunisia in the field of sports medicine.
The elective general assembly saw the re-election of Fabio بيغوزي, an Italian professor of internal medicine at Rome's "Foro Italiano" university, as President of the federation by consensus. Additionally, Brazilian José Kawazoe Lazuli was re-elected as Secretary General, also by consensus. The assembly brought together representatives from various countries to shape the future of the federation.
The new executive office comprises several members, including Sandra Rosenstock from Latvia as First Deputy President, Anna Virginia Centron Rodriguez from Puerto Rico as Second Deputy President, and Dr. Maher الزهار from Tunisia as Third Deputy President. Other members include Patrick Young Shu Hang from Hong Kong, China, as Fourth Deputy President, and Rafael Augusto Robles Cabrera from Guatemala as Treasurer.
The executive office also consists of several members who were elected to serve alongside the president and deputy presidents. These members include Bulent Ulkar from Turkey, Mark Hutchinson from the United States, Pedro Manonelles Markieta from Spain, Gunther Neumayer from Austria, Xia Chang from China, Andrea Matteiuzzi from Uruguay, Andrew Joynt from Australia, and Khaled Massoud Hassan Hussein from Egypt.
Dr. Maher الزهار's appointment as Third Deputy President is seen as a notable achievement for Tunisia, reflecting the country's growing presence in the field of sports medicine. The International Sports Medicine Federation plays a crucial role in promoting sports medicine globally, and Tunisia's representation in the executive office provides an opportunity for the country to contribute to the federation's initiatives.
The International Sports Medicine Federation's executive office is composed of representatives from diverse countries, ensuring a broad range of perspectives and expertise. The federation's work focuses on promoting sports medicine, preventing sports-related injuries, and enhancing athlete well-being. With Tunisia's inclusion in the executive office, the country is poised to play a more significant role in shaping the federation's policies and programs.
The election of Tunisia to the International Sports Medicine Federation's executive office demonstrates the country's commitment to sports medicine and its growing influence in the field. Dr. Maher الزهار's appointment is expected to facilitate collaboration between Tunisia and other countries in promoting sports medicine and enhancing athlete health.
Key points
- Dr. Maher الزهار was elected as Third Deputy President of the International Sports Medicine Federation.
- The International Sports Medicine Federation's executive office comprises representatives from various countries.
- Tunisia's election to the executive office marks a significant milestone in the country's involvement in sports medicine.
