The Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society under the umbrella of the Emirates Medical Association would like to heartily invite you, delegates, esteemed faculty, committees, and industry partners and friends, to the Best of DDW Gulf 2022, set to unfold in a hybrid format on Saturday, September 17th & Sunday, September 18th, 2022 at the Conrad Hotel Dubai, UAE.

The 2-day highly educational scientific program will gather physically and/or virtually over 1000 physicians and healthcare professionals eager to convene, hone their skills and expand their knowledge with the Best Topics from the Digest Disease Week® (DDW) 2022 of the American Gastroenterological Association, which will address the full spectrum of topics in Gastroenterology & Hepatology, and cover keynotes and plenary sessions, symposia, debates, and networking opportunities.

Your support towards the fulfillment of our mission to ensure that physicians in this region have access to quality continuing medical education, expertise, and skills for providing comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages, genders, and diseases is of utmost importance to our society and the vision of the Emirates Medical Association for the UAE and beyond.

We sincerely hope you can join us in this exciting event and look forward to welcoming you warmly.

Best Wishes,

Dr. Sameer Al Awadhi

Dr. Nawal Al Nahdi

ABOUT EGHS

The Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society was formed in 1995 to advance the science and practice of digestive diseases through mutual professional interaction among doctors in the UAE with an active interest in this field. Currently, this forum has around 160 active members from various specialties like Medical and Surgical Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Pathology, General medicine, and Surgery.

ABOUT DDW®

Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) is the world’s leading educational forum for academicians, clinicians, researchers, students, and trainees working in gastroenterology, hepatology, Gl endoscopy, gastrointestinal surgery, and related fields. Whether you work in patient care, research, education, or administration, the DDW program offers something for you.

The Best of DDW Gulf 2022 will cover the following topics

Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology
Gastrointestinal Oncology
Growth, Development and Child Health
Immunology, Microbiology and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Intestinal Disorders
Liver and Biliary
Neurogastroenterology and Motility
Obesity, Metabolism and Nutrition
Pancreatic Disorders

Dr. Sameer Al Awadhi

President of Emirates Medical Association
Consultant of Gastroenterology
Rashid Hospital

Dr. Yousif Al Serkal

Vice President, Emirates Gastroenterology
& Hepatology Society
Specialist Gastroenterology, Ministry of Health.
UAE

Dr. Mohammed Banama

General Secretary of
Emirates Medical Association
Specialist in Gastroenterology
Rashid Hospital, UAE

Dr. Nawal Al Nahdi

Scientific Committee Chairperson
of Emirates Medical Association
Specialist in Gastroenterology
Ministry of Health

Dr. Abdulla Alhassani

Cultural Committee Chairperson, Emirates Gastroenterology
& Hepatology Society
Consultant Gastroenterology, Zayed Military Hospital,
UAE

Accommodation

Conrad Dubai

Located in the center of Dubai’s financial and shopping district, Conrad Dubai offers elegantly furnished accommodations. It features panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf and Sheikh Zayed Road, an outdoor pool, and a gym.

Dubai World Trade Center is a 2-minute walk, while Dubai International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Conrad Dubai. The Museum of the Future is located 1.2 mi, just a metro stop away from Conrad Dubai.

Free valet parking is available on site. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle bus to La Mer beach (15 min drive).