2nd Annual NMC Medical Conference | Advancing Surgical Care
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Date
19 - 20 September
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Venue
Conrad Hotel, Dubai
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Accreditation
14 CME Accredited • DHA
From the Conference Chair
Welcome Message

It is my great pleasure, on behalf of NMC Healthcare and the Group Academic Council, to welcome you to the 2nd Annual NMC Medical Conference, themed: "Advancing Surgical Care, Innovation and the Future of Surgery"
New date to be announce soon | Conrad Hotel, Dubai

Following the remarkable success of our 1st Annual NMC Medical Conference – Innovation & Excellence in Paediatrics - which generated strong engagement from across the medical community and brought together over 400 delegates and distinguished international faculty, we are proud to continue this journey with a focused, high-impact conference dedicated to Surgery.

This year's conference reflects NMC Healthcare's strategic vision to establish a robust academic platform that delivers annual, speciality-focused conferences, fostering knowledge exchange, innovation and professional development for the wider medical fraternity.

About the Conference

The 2nd Annual NMC Medical Conference will bring together leading surgeons, clinicians, academics and healthcare leaders from the UAE and internationally. The scientific programme is designed to address how advances in surgery, artificial intelligence, robotics and emerging technologies are transforming surgical practice, decision-making and patient outcomes.

The conference will cover a broad spectrum of surgical disciplines, spanning advances in paediatric surgery, acute care and trauma management, vascular and endovascular interventions, minimally invasive and robotic techniques and the growing role of artificial intelligence in surgery, including how AI-enabled radiology is enhancing surgical precision and decision-making. In addition, the programme will address sessions dedicated to surgical leadership, skills development and excellence in clinical practice, providing a holistic view of the future of surgery across major subspecialities.

Participants will also benefit from learning and sharing experiences with international experts from the UK, India and across the region, providing valuable global perspectives on evolving surgical standards and innovation.

Warm regards,
Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
Group Chief Clinical Officer

Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
Group Chief Clinical Officer
NMC Healthcare
Conference Chair
Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
About the Conference
Our Vision

As the Chair of the Group Academic Council, I firmly believe that advancing healthcare requires continuous learning, collaboration and innovation. Through this annual conference series, NMC Healthcare aims to give back to the medical community by creating meaningful platforms that showcase cutting-edge science, practical surgical advancements and the future direction of clinical care.

We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai for two days of inspiring discussions, academic excellence and collaborative learning, as we collectively shape the future of surgical care.

Participation
Who Will Attend & Why Attend
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Who Will Attend?
Healthcare professionals committed to advancing surgical medicine
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Physicians – General surgeons and subspecialists across a wide range of surgical disciplines.
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Nurses and Nurse Practitioners – Registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and clinical specialists involved in surgical care.
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Healthcare Professionals – Allied health professionals, medical interns, researchers, and industry experts with a strong interest in surgery.
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Why Attend?
Compelling reasons to be part of this landmark event
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Explore the Future of Surgery – Discover cutting-edge innovations including robotic surgery, AI-driven surgical workflows, AI-based living donor transplant risk stratification, and From Pixels to Precision: How AI Radiology Is Reshaping Surgery.
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Learn from the Experts – Hear directly from leading surgeons, innovators, and researchers who are shaping the future of surgical care.
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Expand Your Network – Engage with peers, exchange ideas, and build strong professional connections within the surgical community.
Leadership
Scientific Committee
Dr. Raashid Shahbazi
Dr. Raashid Shahbazi
Chair, Scientific Committee
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
Regional Medical Director, Northern Emirates Region
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Dr. Soroush Sohrabi
Dr. Soroush Sohrabi
Member
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr. Hazem Al Momani
Dr. Hazem Al Momani
Member
Consultant Upper GI Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Balaji Senniappan
Dr. Balaji Senniappan
Member
Medical Director & Consultant General Surgery
NMC Royal Hospital, DIP. Dubai
Dr. Balaji Balasubramanian
Dr. Balaji Balasubramanian
Member
Consultant - Surgical Oncology
NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi
Organisation
Organising Committee
Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
Dr. Zaka ullah Khan
Group Chief Clinical Officer
Chair, Group Academic Council
Chair
Dr. Sadoon S Sadoon
Dr. Sadoon S Sadoon
Consultant Obstetric & Gynaecology
Group Chief of Women's Health Services
Dr. Raashid Shahbazi
Dr. Raashid Shahbazi
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
Regional Medical Director, Northern Emirates Region
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Dr. Abdulla Alnakshabandi
Dr. Abdulla Alnakshabandi
Medical Director RKH Cluster
Regional Medical Director, Abu Dhabi
NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City
Dr. Zakir K Mohamed
Dr. Zakir K Mohamed
Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon
Regional Medical Director, Dubai
Arun Avamil
Arun Avamil
Vice President, Marketing
Novelle Magbanua
Novelle Magbanua
Executive Secretary
Rohith R. Nair
Rohith R. Nair
Manager – PR & Events
Gayathri Rahul
Gayathri Rahul
Manager – Corporate Services
Darine Faik
Darine Faik
Senior Manager – Corporate Marketing
Faculty
Conference Speakers
Dr. H. R. S. Girn
Dr. H. R. S. Girn
Senior Consultant, Aster Integrated Liver Care and Lead Consultant
Aster Whitefield Hospital, India
SPEAKER ● ONLINE
Prof. Arul Immanuel
Prof. Arul Immanuel
Consultant Oesophago, Gastric and Minimally Invasive Surgeon
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
SPEAKER
Prof. Ian Chetter
Prof. Ian Chetter
Consultant Vascular Surgeon and Chair of Surgery and Honorary
Hull York Medical School, University of Hull & Hull University Teaching Hospitals, UK
SPEAKER
Dr. Arvind Krishnamurthy
Dr. Arvind Krishnamurthy
Professor and Head, Surgical Oncology and Honorary Secretary
Indian Society of Oncology, India
SPEAKER
Major Patrick Burgess, MBE
Major Patrick Burgess, MBE
Defence Mindfulness Trainer
UK
SPEAKER
Prof. Daniel S. Elson
Prof. Daniel S. Elson
Professor of Surgical Imaging and Biophotonics
Imperial College London, UK
SPEAKER
Dr. Mona B. E. Sulieman
Dr. Mona B. E. Sulieman
Consultant Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgeon
Royal Cornwall Hospital, UK
SPEAKER
Faculty
Moderators & Panelists
Dr Suhail Mohamed Kazim
Dr Suhail Mohamed Kazim
Senior Consultant Surgeon and Medical Director
NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai
Prof. Daniel S. Elson
Prof. Daniel S. Elson
Professor of Surgical Imaging and Biophotonics
Imperial College London, UK
Dr Abdulrazzaq Almadan
Dr Abdulrazzaq Almadan
Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist
Al Borj Medical Centre, Dubai
Dr Samer El Kaissi
Dr Samer El Kaissi
Consultant Endocrinologist and Chair of Endocrinology Department
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Prof. Mohammed Baguneid
Prof. Mohammed Baguneid
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon and Chair of Vascular Surgery
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi
Dr Soroush Sohrabi
Dr Soroush Sohrabi
Consultant General and Vascular Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Balaji Balasubramaniam
Dr Balaji Balasubramaniam
Consultant Surgical Oncologist
NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi
Dr Solomon K. P. John
Dr Solomon K. P. John
Gastrointestinal, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary and Laparoscopic Surgery
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Dr Balaji Senniappan
Dr Balaji Senniappan
Consultant General, Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon and Medical Director
NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Hazem Al Momani
Dr Hazem Al Momani
Consultant Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr Raashid Shahbazi
Dr Raashid Shahbazi
Consultant, Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Regional Medical Director and Chair of the Scientific Committee
NMC Northern Emirates Region, UAE
Dr Gilbert Ayoub
Dr Gilbert Ayoub
Consultant General Surgeon and Chair of Surgical Specialities
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr Ali Nawaz
Dr Ali Nawaz
Consultant Emergency Medicine and Chair of Emergency Medicine
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr Zakir K Mohamed
Dr Zakir K Mohamed
Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon and Regional Medical Director
NMC Healthcare, Dubai
Dr Vikas Kumar Verma
Dr Vikas Kumar Verma
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Vikas Gupta
Dr Vikas Gupta
Consultant Gastrointestinal Surgeon
NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi
Dr Manish Madnani
Dr Manish Madnani
Specialist Gastrointestinal Surgeon
NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai
Dr Hayssam Gibbaoui
Dr Hayssam Gibbaoui
Consultant Vascular Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi/NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Abdul Rahman Hamad
Dr Abdul Rahman Hamad
Consultant Vascular Surgeon
NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai/NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Abdulla AlNakshabandi
Dr Abdulla AlNakshabandi
Consultant ENT Surgeon and Regional Medical Director
NMC Healthcare, Abu Dhabi
Dr Nikunj Gupta
Dr Nikunj Gupta
Consultant Gastrointestinal Surgery
NMC Royal Hospital, DIP, Dubai
Dr Khoweiled Abdelhalim Hassan
Dr Khoweiled Abdelhalim Hassan
Consultant General Surgeon
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Dr Eugene Rent
Dr Eugene Rent
Specialist Surgical Oncology
NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai/NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai
Dr Yogesh More
Dr Yogesh More
Consultant Head Neck Surgeon and Director of Thyroid Parathyroid Centre
Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi
Dr Nouraddine Alhasan
Dr Nouraddine Alhasan
Consultant and Head of Department, ORL H&N Surgery
Sheikh Tahnoun Medical City and Tawam Hospitals, Al Ain
Dr Rabbia Khan
Dr Rabbia Khan
Consultant Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast surgeon
NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai
Join Us in Dubai
Advancing Surgical Care,
Innovation and the Future of Surgery
19 - 20 September  •  Conrad Hotel, Dubai
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