Abu Dhabi confirmed as host of international medical conference

The three day conference, to be held at Emirates Palace, will bring together an estimated 1500 doctors and health practitioners from all over the world to discuss critical issues and key advancements in the treatment of women's reproductive health, including fetal medicine in the 21st Century, improvements in the diagnosis and management of gynaecological cancers, modern management of sexual and reproductive health, professional development and global changes in postgraduate medical education.

The event, which is held every two years, will take place in the Arabian Gulf for the first time. The RCOG has more than 600 members based in the Middle East.

Saif Bader Al Qubaisi, Managing Director of Seha, said:

"Seha is proud to be hosting the RCOG in the UAE, as it is an important medical event that will hopefully attract a strong participation from this region and help to elevate standards in maternal and newborn health internationally."

Professor Sabaratnam Arulkumaran, President of RCOG, added, "The RCOG encourages the study and advancement of the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology and we believe hosting the conference in Abu Dhabi will bring to light many of the important health issues that are relevant to this part of the world."

"We look forward to the sharing of information and knowledge with doctors and healthcare professionals from this region and hope the conference will be strengthen the relations with the RCOG body in the UAE, and with all the doctors and practitioners in this region," Arulkumaran added.

A distinguished international faculty with experts from the UK-based Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists lead the discussions which will open with a plenary session after which the programme will split into four parallel streams focusing on specific topics in gynaecology and obstetrics.

The organising committee is Chaired by Dr. Mohammad Elsheikh, Head of the UAE RCOG Representative Committee.

The scientific sessions will include lectures, workshops, satellite symposiums, and a large exhibition showcasing new technologies and products.

Participants will be able to secure continuing education (CME) hours as well as benefit from the opportunity to update their knowledge and gain valuable insight into case studies, alternative therapies and new methodologies. The conference will feature exciting social programmes and provide ample networking opportunities.

The RCOG's mandate is to encourage the study and advancement of the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology through postgraduate medical education and training development, setting standards for safe practice including the publication of clinical guidelines and reports on all aspects of the specialty and service provision.

The RCOG's International Office works with other international organisations to help lower maternal morbidity and mortality in under-resourced countries.