On October 16-17, 2024, a scientific and practical conference with international participation was held on the topic "Problems, Prospects for the Development of the Oncology Service of the Akmola Region in Rural Areas", dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the founder of the oncology service of the region, Honored Doctor of the Republic of Kazakhstan, surgeon of the highest category, Cavalier of the Order of Glory, Honorary Citizen of the Akmola Region Baikenov Omirbek Kakimovich.

At the initiative of Kamalzhan Talgatovich Nadyrov, Board -Chairman -Rector of NJSC "Astana Medical University", an agreement was concluded between NJSC "Astana Medical University" and the Health Department of Akmola Region. This cooperation is aimed at providing practical assistance to the population of the region. As part of the conference, the head of the oncology department, doctor of medical sciences and professor Abay Kairgozhinovich Makishev held a master class on surgical treatment of esophageal cancer. Assistants of the oncology department presented scientific reports and shared their experience in the field of prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oncological diseases. The main topics for discussion were modern approaches to organizing medical care, issues of palliative care and rehabilitation. The event became a platform for exchanging experience and improving the qualifications of oncologists, as well as for discussing current problems and prospects for the development of oncological care in Kazakhstan.