Penang, Malaysia, will host this prestigious event from 21 to 23 August 2025 at the renowned Setia SPICE Convention Centre, offering a unique blend of academic excellence, professional networking, and cultural experience.
With the theme “Rehabilitation for a Sustainable Future: Bridging Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact,” the conference is expected to welcome over 1,000 delegates from more than 20 countries, providing an international platform to exchange knowledge, explore breakthroughs in rehabilitation science, and discuss future directions in practice, research, and policy.
AOCPRM 2025 will present a dynamic scientific programme covering the latest innovations in physical and rehabilitation medicine. Highlights include a keynote by a world-renowned expert, eight plenary sessions on global challenges, and 28 thematic symposia addressing topics such as neurorehabilitation, spinal cord injury, robotics, and ageing. For the first time, a dedicated Mandarin Symposium will offer a platform for Mandarin-speaking delegates, while ten pre-conference workshops on 20 August will provide practical clinical training.
“AOCPRM 2025 is a landmark opportunity to bring diverse rehabilitation voices together under one roof. We are especially proud to host the first-ever Mandarin Symposium to broaden accessibility and collaboration,” said Dr Chung Tze Yang, Chair of the AOCPRM 2025 Organizing Committee.
Complementing the scientific program, AOCPRM 2025 includes thoughtfully curated
cultural and wellness activities to enhance the delegate experience and promote work-life balance:
- Morning Tai Chi sessions, led by a delegate from China, and Gentle Stretch &
Breathing sessions, guided by a local physiotherapist, will be held on the SPICE
Convention Centre rooftop garden, promoting mindfulness, body awareness, and
physical balance in line with holistic health practices. - A symbolic Tree Planting Ceremony will take place as a commitment to
sustainability and community unity - A grand Cultural Gala Dinner at the historic Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel,
featuring Malaysian cuisine, performances, and networking in an elegant heritage
setting
Registered delegates will have the opportunity to explore Penang through optional sightseeing tours. These include the Penang Heritage Tour, which will guide participants through George Town’s UNESCO sites, street art, and Peranakan culture; the Penang Hill and Habitat experience with panoramic views, nature trails, and a ride on the historic funicular train; a scenic sunset cruise along Penang’s coastline; and a seasonal Durian Experience Tour, offering a taste of Malaysia’s iconic fruit in a local orchard.
Held once every three years, AOCPRM is the premier platform in the Asia-Oceanian region for advancing rehabilitation care, education, and research. As global health systems face rising demands due to ageing populations, disability care, and challenges in equitable access, AOCPRM 2025 aims to position rehabilitation at the forefront of sustainable, patient-centred healthcare.
With Penang’s blend of medical excellence, cultural richness, and warm hospitality, AOCPRM 2025 promises a meaningful and memorable experience. Rehabilitation professionals, educators, researchers, therapists, students, and innovators from across the region and beyond are warmly invited to be part of this landmark event where science meets culture, and collaboration shapes the future of rehabilitation medicine.
