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Medical students at the University of Kuwait organized a conference titled "Beyond Pregnancy" to showcase the latest technologies in obstetrics and gynecology, including robotic surgery at Jabir Hospital.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
A group of medical students from the Kuwait University Faculty of Medicine organized a medical conference today, Saturday, titled “Beyond Pregnancy,” aiming to highlight various subspecialties of obstetrics and gynecology and to introduce the latest medical advancements, therapeutic approaches, and preventive techniques related to the field, moving beyond the traditional concept that confines it solely to pregnancy and childbirth.
The conference featured a comprehensive scientific program that included specialized medical lectures, workshops, and interactive activities, with the participation of a number of consultants and specialist physicians who shared their expertise and the latest developments in multiple areas, including female urology, gynecologic oncology, fertility medicine, high-risk pregnancy, and maternal-fetal medicine, alongside discussions on scientific updates and modern diagnostic and therapeutic technologies.
Dr. Wafaa Al-Duwaisan, the conference chairperson, emphasized that the event was entirely organized by Kuwait University medical students, expressing her pride in leading this student initiative that combines scientific initiative with practical experience and provides students with the opportunity for direct interaction with a select group of physicians and consultants.
Al-Duwaisan stated that the organizers were keen to cover numerous areas related to obstetrics and gynecology, driven by the importance of changing the prevailing notion that this specialty is limited to the stages of pregnancy and childbirth.
She added that the conference hosted a distinguished group of leading physicians and specialists in these fields to provide a comprehensive scientific overview of the nature of each subspecialty and its key updates, thereby contributing to enriching students’ medical knowledge and familiarizing them with the breadth of gynecological specialties and the developments they are witnessing.
For her part, student Ryan Al-Qattan, a fifth-year medical student at the Faculty of Medicine and one of the conference organizers, said that the conference represents a student initiative aimed at delivering a distinguished educational experience in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s health by hosting a select group of specialists and organizing scientific lectures, workshops, and interactive activities.
She noted that organizing the conference under the auspices of medical students gives them a unique opportunity to actively participate in scientific activities, gain experience in preparing and organizing medical events, and benefit from the expertise of physicians and consultants while closely exploring the various subspecialties within women’s health.
Dr. Wafaa Al-Duwaisan pointed out that the conference also highlighted recent advancements in gynecologic oncology surgery, particularly the use of robotic surgery for certain procedures involving uterine and other gynecological tumors. She noted the implementation of this modern technology at Jabir Hospital, which has demonstrated better outcomes and fewer complications during surgeries, reflecting the importance of keeping pace with technological advancements in medical practice and elevating the standard of healthcare provided to women.
Al-Duwaisan clarified that the scientific program included a distinguished lecture on early prenatal genetic screening and its significance in detecting certain genetic conditions, as well as a lecture addressing vaccinations during pregnancy and their role in protecting the mother and preventing diseases during pregnancy and postpartum.
