Kuwaiti doctors present specialized scientific workshop at international conference in the Netherlands

A number of Kuwaiti physicians presented a scientific and training workshop as part of the 56th Annual Congress of the International Continence Society, held in Maastricht, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, from October 6 to 9. This scientific participation reflects the competence of Kuwait’s medical workforce and its presence at specialized international forums.

In a press statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Health said the participation took the form of a specialized workshop titled “Avoiding Over-treatment in Functional Urology,” which highlighted the importance of making treatment decisions based on precise clinical assessment and scientific evidence, while avoiding unnecessary tests, procedures, and interventions. This approach aims to achieve the best therapeutic outcomes for patients and minimize potential complications.

The ministry added that the medical team presented a series of real clinical cases during the 90-minute workshop, within interactive scientific sessions that addressed how to balance treatment options, distinguish between cases requiring medical intervention and those better managed with conservative approaches, and emphasized the importance of involving patients in treatment decision-making.

The workshop attracted physicians and specialists from multiple countries and diverse fields. Kuwaiti doctors played a direct scientific and educational role in delivering content, training participants, and discussing clinical experiences within an interactive environment that facilitated the exchange of knowledge and practical expertise in one of the specialized areas of urology.

The ministry noted that the workshop was chaired by Dr. Tarek Al-Shaigi, Consultant of Urological Surgery and Functional Urology, and Head of the Urology Unit at Jabir Al-Ahmad Hospital. He was joined by Dr. Mishaari Al-Mutairi, Consultant of Urological Surgery and Functional Urology at Al-Amiri Hospital; Dr. Saeed Aiesh, Consultant of Functional and Reconstructive Urological Surgery at Jabir Al-Ahmad Hospital; and Dr. Mariam Al-Mansouri, Consultant of Obstetrics and Gynecology with a focus on Female Urology at the Maternity Hospital.

The congress is considered one of the leading international scientific gatherings specializing in urinary control disorders, bladder function, and pelvic floor disorders. It attracts approximately 2,000 physicians, experts, and specialists from around the world to discuss the latest research, medical practices, and diagnostic and therapeutic advancements in these fields.

The ministry emphasized that the participation reflects the specialized expertise and competence of Kuwait’s medical workforce, as well as its ability to contribute to continuing medical education and knowledge transfer on an international level. This enhances Kuwait’s presence in global scientific forums, supports the exchange of expertise, advances medical practices, and improves the quality of healthcare provided to patients.