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One key takeaway was that understanding regulatory expectations goes beyond compliance\u2014it\u2019s about elevating patient safety and setting higher standards across the industry. The workshop sessions were a standout feature of the symposium. Guided by experts like Dr. Katya Ailabouni, Dr. Ahmed H., and Dr. Alina Panourgia, they participated in hands-on, collaborative problem-solving exercises. 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