Abu Dhabi, UAE – Dubai hosted the first international conference specializing in hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction.
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The conference brought together leading surgeons and experts from around the world to discuss the latest medical advancements and surgical techniques in this specialized field.
This is to discuss the latest medical developments and advanced surgical techniques in this precise field.
A scientific platform for exchanging expertise
The conference, organized in collaboration with the American Hospital Dubai,
is being held over several days at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in the Dubai International Financial Centre.
It aims to highlight the medical and clinical aspects of hernias and abdominal wall disorders, including rectus abdominis diastasis recti.
These conditions are often misclassified as cosmetic issues, despite their direct impact on mobility and patients’ quality of life.
The conference also serves as a specialized scientific platform for the exchange of international expertise.
It discusses the latest evidence-based clinical practices.
Furthermore, it reviews the techniques used in surgical repair and functional reconstruction of the abdominal wall.
It aims to highlight the medical and clinical aspects of hernias and abdominal wall disorders,
including rectus abdominis, which are often misclassified as cosmetic conditions,
despite their direct impact on mobility and quality of life for patients.
The conference serves as a specialized scientific platform for exchanging international expertise
and discussing the latest evidence-based clinical practices.
This is in addition to reviewing the techniques used in surgical repair
and functional reconstruction of the abdominal wall.
A selection of the world’s leading surgeons
Dr. Hatem Moussa, Head of the Scientific Committee of the Conference and Head of the Surgery Department at the American Hospital Dubai,
confirmed that the conference brings together a select group of the world’s leading surgeons. It also discusses advanced topics in hernia surgery.
He further explained that the significant advancements in modern surgical techniques have contributed
to reducing the recovery period to just a few days, compared to weeks previously.
For his part, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Qaidi, President of the Emirates Society of General Surgery,
explained that the conference contributes to unifying scientific efforts and exchanging international expertise.
In addition, it develops the skills of local physicians and promotes internationally recognized medical standards.
He discusses advanced topics in hernia surgery, noting that the great development in modern surgical techniques
has contributed to reducing the recovery period to a few days after it used to extend for weeks.
For his part, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Qaidi, President of the Emirates Society for General Surgery,
explained that the conference contributes to unifying scientific efforts and exchanging international experiences.
This is in addition to developing the skills of local doctors and promoting internationally recognized medical standards.
Acquiring the “Da Vinci 5” system
The conference places special emphasis on robot-assisted surgery, featuring scientific sessions
and specialized workshops showcasing the latest applications of robotic technologies in abdominal wall surgery.
This is made possible with the support of leading global medical technology companies.
The conference also witnessed the signing of an agreement between American Hospital Dubai
and Al Naghi Medical Company for the acquisition of the da Vinci 5 robotic surgery system.
This step reinforces Dubai’s position as a leading regional center for advanced surgery.
It also underscores Dubai’s global role in attracting specialized medical conferences.
The conference witnessed the signing of an agreement between the American Hospital Dubai
and Al-Naghi Medical Company to acquire the “Da Vinci 5” robotic surgery system.
This step reinforces Dubai’s position as a leading regional center for advanced surgeries
and confirms its global role in attracting specialized medical conferences.
