Al-Farhan: Gastroenterology Conference Serves as a Scientific Platform Keeping Pace with Medical Advances
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The President of the Kuwait Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology announces the 4th Conference and the 1st Gulf Gathering on Gastrointestinal Diseases in November, with experts from 9 countries participating.
Translated by Qiyas from الجريدة — Original source
Dr. Hiba Al-Farhan, President of the Kuwait Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, announced the launch of the Society’s Fourth Conference and the First Gulf Gathering on Gastrointestinal Diseases, scheduled from November 12 to 14 under the patronage of Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi. The event is organized by the Society in collaboration with gastroenterology societies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and will feature a distinguished group of experts, consultants, and specialists from around the world.
In a press statement, Dr. Al-Farhan said the conference serves as an important scientific and medical platform to discuss the latest developments and treatment methods for various gastrointestinal and liver diseases, with a focus on health challenges specific to the Arabian Gulf region, alongside showcasing global advancements in diagnosis and treatment.
She explained that the conference aims to strengthen scientific and medical cooperation among specialized Gulf societies, facilitate the exchange of expertise and experiences among physicians and consultants, and provide insights into the latest research and medical practices, thereby contributing to the improvement of healthcare services for patients and enhancing the competence of medical and nursing staff.
Dr. Al-Farhan revealed that experts and specialists from nine countries will participate, including Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Egypt. She noted that this participation highlights the conference’s significance in fostering scientific communication between Gulf and international experts.
She pointed out that the scientific program includes four specialized workshops held on November 12, preceding the main conference sessions scheduled for November 13 and 14. The workshops will cover liver diseases, scientific research related to gastrointestinal disorders, a specialized session for nursing staff aimed at developing their skills and expertise in managing inflammatory bowel disease and interventional endoscopy, and a fourth workshop addressing gastrointestinal motility disorders and their diagnosis and treatment.
She added that the conference will feature lectures and scientific sessions discussing recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal and liver diseases, the latest therapeutic approaches and medical technologies, as well as the exchange of experiences regarding clinical cases and challenges faced by physicians in their daily practice.
