Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society
From humble beginnings, EGHS has grown to become one of the most active professional medical societies in the UAE. Over the years, it has been able to maintain high standards while remaining successful.Currently, EGHS has around 160 active members from various specialties such as Medical and Surgical Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Radiology, Pathology, General Medicine and Surgery.The society meets every month with a set agenda to ensure its members have an active schedule of events, seminars and forums covering clinical problems related to the specialty.There are on-going plans to conduct epidemiological studies, clinical trials and basic research so as to have authentic data on the common and relevant clinical problems in the UAE.
American College of Gastroenterology
Founded in 1932, the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) is an organization with an international membership of over 17,000 individuals from 86 countries. The College’s vision is to be the preeminent professional organization that champions the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive disorders, serving as a beacon to guide the delivery of the highest quality, compassionate, and evidence-based patient care. The mission of the College is to enhance the ability of our members to provide world-class care to patients with digestive disorders and advance the profession through excellence and innovation based upon the pillars of Patient Care, Education, Scientific Investigation, Advocacy, and Practice Management.Gulf Heart Association, Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology, World Heart Federation, European Society of Cardiology, and American Heart Association.
Committee
Each member of the Organizing Committee brings unique skills and perspectives to the table, contributing to a well-rounded and meticulously organized congress. Their tireless efforts have been instrumental in securing our distinguished speakers, curating our diverse program, and managing the countless logistical details that make EIGHC 202 possible.
Abdulla Alhassani
President
Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society
Head of Medical Departments
Zayed Military Hospital Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
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Sameer Al Awadhi
Vice President
Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society.
Head, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Department
Rashid Hospital
United Arab Emirates
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Mohammed Abdulla Banama
General Secretary
Emirates Gastroenterology and Hepatology Society
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Rashid Hospital
United Arab Emirates
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Nawal Al Nahdi
Scientific Committee Chairperson
Consultant Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health Authority
United Arab Emirates
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Huda Al Quraishi
Cultural Committee Chairperson
Consultant Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Rashid Hospital
United Arab Emirates
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Yousif Al Serkal
International Collaboration Committee Chairperson
Director-General
Emirates Health Services
Emirates Gastroenterology and Hepatology Society
United Arab Emirates
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Jenan Ghaith
Strategy and Organisational Committee Chairperson
Consultant Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Digestive Disease Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
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Course Directors
Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society
Abdulla Alhassani
President
Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society
Head of Medical Departments
Zayed Military Hospital Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
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Sameer Al Awadhi
Vice President
Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society.
Head, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Department
Rashid Hospital
United Arab Emirates
