Speakers
HRH Princess Dina Mired
Past President – Union For International Cancer Control (UICC), Former Director General of the King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF), Patron of International Society for Pediatric Oncology (SIOP)
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
15:00
15:45
THE WOMEN IN REGIONAL AID AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA
15:00 - 15:45
Moderators: Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy (Libya), Dr. Hisham Burezq (Kuwait), Dr. Rawan AlYousef (Kuwait)
15:00
15:10
Kuwaiti Women Surgeons Experience: Kenya relief
Dr. Noura Al Youha (Kuwait)
15:10
15:20
World Medical Association
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani (Italy)
15:20
15:30
Lessons Learnt from Global Cancer Care
H.R.H. Princess Dina Mired (Jordan)
15:30
15:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
HH. Sheikha Intisar Alsabah
Founder
Alnowair Non-profit Organization
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa
Consultant Internal Medicine and Adult Critical Care Medicine
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:15
WOMEN PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE
15:15 - 16:15
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulrahman Alfares (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
Updates on Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult Patients
Dr. Alya’a Alhazmi (KSA)
15:30
15:45
MDRO Infections in Critical Care: Challenges & Best Practices
Dr. Hussain Alshamari (Kuwait)
15:45
16:00
ECMO Experience in Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic
Dr. Sara Buabass (Kuwait)
16:00
16:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Abdullah Alozairi
Acting Head of Psychiatry Department, Neuropsychiatrist, Head of Consultation Psychiatry
Kuwait University, Amiri Hospital, Kuwait Centre Mental Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Abdullah Rajab
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Ibn Sina Hospital
Head of Postgraduate Office
Kuwait Institute for Medical Specializations
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Fares
Chair, Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, and Pain Medicine
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:15
WOMEN PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE
15:15 - 16:15
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulrahman Alfares (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
Updates on Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult Patients
Dr. Alya’a Alhazmi (KSA)
15:30
15:45
MDRO Infections in Critical Care: Challenges & Best Practices
Dr. Hussain Alshamari (Kuwait)
15:45
16:00
ECMO Experience in Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic
Dr. Sara Buabass (Kuwait)
16:00
16:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Adeeba Al-Herz
Consultant, Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
AdeebaClinic and MedicalOne Polyclinic
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ahmad Alsalim
Senior Specialist General Surgeon and Colorectal, Treasurer of the Kuwait Society of Colorectal Surgeons
Mubarak Alkabeer Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari
Internal Medicine Specialist
Jaber Al-Ahmad Armed Forces Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Alaa El-Hussuna
Consultant Surgeon
OpenSourceResearch Organisation
Aalborg, Denmark
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:30
BJS PRIZE SESSION: THE FIVE BEST ABSTRACTS: INNOVATION IN MEDICINE & SURGERY
15:15 - 16:30
This session is a collaboration with the British Journal of Surgery (BJS) foundation and Open Source Research Organisation (OSRO).
Moderators: Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Dalal Altaweel (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
BJS Lecture
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
15:30
15:40
Abstract 1
15:40
15:50
Abstract 2
15:50
16:00
Abstract 3
16:00
16:10
Abstract 4
16:10
16:20
Abstract 5
16:20
16:30
Winner Announcement
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:30
BJS PRIZE SESSION: THE FIVE BEST ABSTRACTS: INNOVATION IN MEDICINE & SURGERY
15:15 - 16:30
This session is a collaboration with the British Journal of Surgery (BJS) foundation and Open Source Research Organisation (OSRO).
Moderators: Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Dalal Altaweel (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
BJS Lecture
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
15:30
15:40
Abstract 1
15:40
15:50
Abstract 2
15:50
16:00
Abstract 3
16:00
16:10
Abstract 4
16:10
16:20
Abstract 5
16:20
16:30
Winner Announcement
Saturday, Dec 14
Ms. Alanoud Alsubaihi
Head of the Voluntary Registration Department
Youth Public Authority
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
14:45
15:45
FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
14:45 - 15:45
How to Build Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Speakers: Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait), Dr. Lama Alhumaidan (Kuwait), Dr. Alanoud Alsubaihi (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Amal Alrayes
Consultant General Surgical Oncologist & Breast Surgeon
Al Kindi Hospital
Manama, Bahrain
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Amar Abdulla Behbehani
Founder of Shore Consultancy
Senior Art Therapist
Chairperson of the Communication Design and Interior Architecture
College of Architecture, Kuwait University
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed
Consultant in General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery and Critical Care
Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
19:00
21:00
Opening Ceremony
19:00 - 21:00
National Anthem
Holy Quran
Minister of Health - Speech
H.E. Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi
2nd PAWPA & 1st KWP President - Speech
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
President of PAWPA - Speech
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
Kuwaiti Women Physicians Pioneer Ceremony
Exhibition Tour
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDICAL LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:45
The goal of the workshop is to enhance leadership and conflict resolution skills of physicians and surgeons to promote meaningful change in healthcare systems and the community.
Speakers: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada)
15:45
16:00
CLOSING REMARKS
15:45 - 16:00
Speaker: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Asmaa Al Kandari
Consultant of Internal Medicine & Gastroenterology
Taiba Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Asrar Alsayed Hashem
Consultant Endocrinologist
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
11:15
11:45
Company Symposium hosted by Lilly
11:15 - 11:45
Surmounting Obesity
Speaker: Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Athari Alwael
Consultant Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck surgery
Aljahra Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
BUILDING ALLIANCE IN MEDICINE FOR WOMEN
13:00 - 14:00
The workshop provides a structured led group activity with opportunity to create future collaborations among different specialties. From family medicine, medicine and its sub-specialties to intervent
Moderators: Dr. Athari Alwael (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Altammar (Kuwait), Dr. Suha Kaaki (KSA), Dr. Muneera Alasfour (Kuwait), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Noreen AlBaloushi (Oman)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ayesha Almemari
Consultant, Emergency Medicine and Critical Care
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
11:15
12:15
LEGAL AND MORAL INTERSECTIONALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE
11:15 - 12:15
Moderator: Dr. Ibtisam Albader (Kuwait)
11:15
11:30
Medical Ethics Considerations in Social Media and AI
Dr. Fatima Alhamar (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Updates on Medical Laws in Kuwait
Dr. Muhammad Buhamrah (Kuwait)
11:45
11:55
Between Liability, Health Advocacy and Socially Responsible Physicians in the Era of Social Media and AI
Dr. Ayesha Almemari (UAE)
11:55
12:05
AI in Medicine Where Do We Stand and What the Future Holds?
Dr. Mussaad Al Razouki (USA)
12:05
12:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Aysha Alfahad
Consultant Endocrinologist
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Basma Al Saqabi
Senior Specialist Dermatologist
Ministry of Health, Al Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
MAINTAIN HEALTHY AND YOUTH SKIN
13:00 - 14:00
Moderators: Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq (Kuwait), Dr. Fatma El Fradi (Tunisia)
13:00
13:15
Youthful Skin Secrets
Dr. Basma Alsaqubi (Kuwait)
13:15
13:30
Physical Fitness and its Impact on Health, Mood, and Longevity
Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
You are What you Eat: Nutrition and health for women
Dr. Dalal Alserri (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Bashayer Alkandari
Consultant Surgeon
Al Adan Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Ms. Dalal Al-Neama
Founder, Lucca Health Group
Specialist, Medical Real Estate
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Dr. Dalal Alserri
Medical Director
Myskin Healthcare Clinic
Bneid Alqar, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
MAINTAIN HEALTHY AND YOUTH SKIN
13:00 - 14:00
Moderators: Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq (Kuwait), Dr. Fatma El Fradi (Tunisia)
13:00
13:15
Youthful Skin Secrets
Dr. Basma Alsaqubi (Kuwait)
13:15
13:30
Physical Fitness and its Impact on Health, Mood, and Longevity
Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
You are What you Eat: Nutrition and health for women
Dr. Dalal Alserri (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Dalal Altaweel
Associate Professor
College of Pharmacy, Kuwait University
Jabriya, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:30
BJS PRIZE SESSION: THE FIVE BEST ABSTRACTS: INNOVATION IN MEDICINE & SURGERY
15:15 - 16:30
This session is a collaboration with the British Journal of Surgery (BJS) foundation and Open Source Research Organisation (OSRO).
Moderators: Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Dalal Altaweel (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
BJS Lecture
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
15:30
15:40
Abstract 1
15:40
15:50
Abstract 2
15:50
16:00
Abstract 3
16:00
16:10
Abstract 4
16:10
16:20
Abstract 5
16:20
16:30
Winner Announcement
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Donna Ryan
Professor Emerita
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Louisiana, United States of America
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ebaa Alozairi
Chief Medical Officer
Dasman Diabetes Institute
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari
Assistant Professor of Economics
Public Authority for Applied Education and Training
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
14:45
15:45
FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
14:45 - 15:45
How to Build Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Speakers: Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait), Dr. Lama Alhumaidan (Kuwait), Dr. Alanoud Alsubaihi (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child and Adolescents
Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi
Senior Consultant Pediatric Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Cochlear Implant Surgery
Prince Sultan Military Medical City
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Eman Alsayegh
Senior Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Royale Hayat Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fajer AlBarrak
Consultant Family Physician, Head
Sheikha Fattouh Al-Salman Al-Sabah Health Center
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Dr. Fajer Altammar
Pediatrician and Pediatric Intensivist, Head of Pediatrics Department
Jahra Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
BUILDING ALLIANCE IN MEDICINE FOR WOMEN
13:00 - 14:00
The workshop provides a structured led group activity with opportunity to create future collaborations among different specialties. From family medicine, medicine and its sub-specialties to intervent
Moderators: Dr. Athari Alwael (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Altammar (Kuwait), Dr. Suha Kaaki (KSA), Dr. Muneera Alasfour (Kuwait), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Noreen AlBaloushi (Oman)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fatema S. Al Subhi
Consultant, Pediatric Plastic, Hand, and Microsurgery, Head of Department Plastic Surgery and Burn
Prince Sultan Medical Military Hospital
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fatima Alhamar
Senior Registrar Family Medicine
Rumaithya Healthcare Centre – Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
11:15
12:15
LEGAL AND MORAL INTERSECTIONALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE
11:15 - 12:15
Moderator: Dr. Ibtisam Albader (Kuwait)
11:15
11:30
Medical Ethics Considerations in Social Media and AI
Dr. Fatima Alhamar (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Updates on Medical Laws in Kuwait
Dr. Muhammad Buhamrah (Kuwait)
11:45
11:55
Between Liability, Health Advocacy and Socially Responsible Physicians in the Era of Social Media and AI
Dr. Ayesha Almemari (UAE)
11:55
12:05
AI in Medicine Where Do We Stand and What the Future Holds?
Dr. Mussaad Al Razouki (USA)
12:05
12:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Falah Tamimi
Psychiatrist
Mental Health Hub
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fatma Elfradi
Dermatologist, Venereal, Medical Aesthetic & Laser Specialist
Neocare Clinic
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
MAINTAIN HEALTHY AND YOUTH SKIN
13:00 - 14:00
Moderators: Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq (Kuwait), Dr. Fatma El Fradi (Tunisia)
13:00
13:15
Youthful Skin Secrets
Dr. Basma Alsaqubi (Kuwait)
13:15
13:30
Physical Fitness and its Impact on Health, Mood, and Longevity
Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
You are What you Eat: Nutrition and health for women
Dr. Dalal Alserri (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fayza Haider
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon, Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Salmaniya Medical Complex-Government Hospitals
Manama, Bahrain
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah
CEO, Head of the Allergy and Immunology Department
Al-Inma Medical Services Company, Hayat National Hospitals
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ghanima Alomer
CEO, Consultant Dermatologist and Laser
Wara Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Hanan Rihani
Senior Consultant General, Laparoscopic and Obesity Surgeon
Private Sector
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Hani Al-Qadhi
Senior Consultant Trauma Surgeon
Sultan Qaboos University Hospital
Muscat, Oman
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Hawra Al-Matrouk
Internal Medicine Specialist
Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
MAINTAIN HEALTHY AND YOUTH SKIN
13:00 - 14:00
Moderators: Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq (Kuwait), Dr. Fatma El Fradi (Tunisia)
13:00
13:15
Youthful Skin Secrets
Dr. Basma Alsaqubi (Kuwait)
13:15
13:30
Physical Fitness and its Impact on Health, Mood, and Longevity
Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
You are What you Eat: Nutrition and health for women
Dr. Dalal Alserri (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDICAL LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:45
The goal of the workshop is to enhance leadership and conflict resolution skills of physicians and surgeons to promote meaningful change in healthcare systems and the community.
Speakers: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
BUILDING ALLIANCE IN MEDICINE FOR WOMEN
13:00 - 14:00
The workshop provides a structured led group activity with opportunity to create future collaborations among different specialties. From family medicine, medicine and its sub-specialties to intervent
Moderators: Dr. Athari Alwael (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Altammar (Kuwait), Dr. Suha Kaaki (KSA), Dr. Muneera Alasfour (Kuwait), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Noreen AlBaloushi (Oman)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Hessa Al Kandari
Consultant Pediatric Endocrinologist
Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Hikma Krouma
Addiction Specialist
Private Practice
Skikda, Algeria
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Dr. Hisham Burezq
Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dean, Faculty of Plastic surgery
Kuwait Institution of Medical Specialities, Jaber Alahmad Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
15:00
15:45
THE WOMEN IN REGIONAL AID AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA
15:00 - 15:45
Moderators: Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy (Libya), Dr. Hisham Burezq (Kuwait), Dr. Rawan AlYousef (Kuwait)
15:00
15:10
Kuwaiti Women Surgeons Experience: Kenya relief
Dr. Noura Al Youha (Kuwait)
15:10
15:20
World Medical Association
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani (Italy)
15:20
15:30
Lessons Learnt from Global Cancer Care
H.R.H. Princess Dina Mired (Jordan)
15:30
15:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan
Head, Consultant Family Medicine
Yarmouk Health Center – Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Huda Ali Almahdi
Consultant Family Physician
Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Dr. Husain Alshatti
Psychiatrist Consultant
Director of Addiction Treatment Center
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Hussain Alshamari
Senior Specialist in Clinical Microbiology
Sabah Al-Ahmad Urology Center, Kuwait Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:15
WOMEN PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE
15:15 - 16:15
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulrahman Alfares (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
Updates on Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult Patients
Dr. Alya’a Alhazmi (KSA)
15:30
15:45
MDRO Infections in Critical Care: Challenges & Best Practices
Dr. Hussain Alshamari (Kuwait)
15:45
16:00
ECMO Experience in Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic
Dr. Sara Buabass (Kuwait)
16:00
16:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Ibtisam Al Bader
Consultant General Surgeon and Breast, Head of Department of Surgery
Adan Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
11:15
12:15
LEGAL AND MORAL INTERSECTIONALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE
11:15 - 12:15
Moderator: Dr. Ibtisam Albader (Kuwait)
11:15
11:30
Medical Ethics Considerations in Social Media and AI
Dr. Fatima Alhamar (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Updates on Medical Laws in Kuwait
Dr. Muhammad Buhamrah (Kuwait)
11:45
11:55
Between Liability, Health Advocacy and Socially Responsible Physicians in the Era of Social Media and AI
Dr. Ayesha Almemari (UAE)
11:55
12:05
AI in Medicine Where Do We Stand and What the Future Holds?
Dr. Mussaad Al Razouki (USA)
12:05
12:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik
Consultant, Adult Critical Care
Amiri Hospital, Kuwait Institution for Medical Specialization (KIMS)
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
15:15
16:15
WOMEN PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE
15:15 - 16:15
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulrahman Alfares (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
Updates on Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult Patients
Dr. Alya’a Alhazmi (KSA)
15:30
15:45
MDRO Infections in Critical Care: Challenges & Best Practices
Dr. Hussain Alshamari (Kuwait)
15:45
16:00
ECMO Experience in Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic
Dr. Sara Buabass (Kuwait)
16:00
16:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Lama Alhumaidan
Assistant Professor of Economics at the College of Business Studies
Public Authority of Applied Education and Training
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
14:45
15:45
FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
14:45 - 15:45
How to Build Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Speakers: Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait), Dr. Lama Alhumaidan (Kuwait), Dr. Alanoud Alsubaihi (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani
President
World Medical Association (WMA)
Milan, Italy
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
15:00
15:45
THE WOMEN IN REGIONAL AID AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA
15:00 - 15:45
Moderators: Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy (Libya), Dr. Hisham Burezq (Kuwait), Dr. Rawan AlYousef (Kuwait)
15:00
15:10
Kuwaiti Women Surgeons Experience: Kenya relief
Dr. Noura Al Youha (Kuwait)
15:10
15:20
World Medical Association
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani (Italy)
15:20
15:30
Lessons Learnt from Global Cancer Care
H.R.H. Princess Dina Mired (Jordan)
15:30
15:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani
Chair, Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Department
Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, Royale Hayat Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maha Al Shaibi
Senior Consultant Surgical Oncology
Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research
Muscat, Oman
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Dr. Mais Al Halaseh
Consultant of Nuclear Medicine and Radionuclide Therapy
MEDRAY International Radiology Clinics
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maisam Akroush
Consultant Gastrohepatologist
Faculty Medicine, Dr. Akroush Clinic, Jordan University
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
19:00
21:00
Opening Ceremony
19:00 - 21:00
National Anthem
Holy Quran
Minister of Health - Speech
H.E. Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi
2nd PAWPA & 1st KWP President - Speech
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
President of PAWPA - Speech
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
Kuwaiti Women Physicians Pioneer Ceremony
Exhibition Tour
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDICAL LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:45
The goal of the workshop is to enhance leadership and conflict resolution skills of physicians and surgeons to promote meaningful change in healthcare systems and the community.
Speakers: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maitham Hussein
Consultant in Pediatric Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology and Stem Cell Therapy, Director of Planning and Health Development
MOH, KIMS/Royal College Collaborative
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Marcia Clark
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Calgary
Calgary, Canada
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDICAL LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:45
The goal of the workshop is to enhance leadership and conflict resolution skills of physicians and surgeons to promote meaningful change in healthcare systems and the community.
Speakers: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi Clinic
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maryam Al-Dhoghani
Head, Technical Team for Humanitarian and International Cooperation
Republic of Yemen Presidency Office
Aden, Yemen
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy
Consultant in General Surgery, Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Interventions
Private
Amman, Jordan
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
15:00
15:45
THE WOMEN IN REGIONAL AID AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA
15:00 - 15:45
Moderators: Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy (Libya), Dr. Hisham Burezq (Kuwait), Dr. Rawan AlYousef (Kuwait)
15:00
15:10
Kuwaiti Women Surgeons Experience: Kenya relief
Dr. Noura Al Youha (Kuwait)
15:10
15:20
World Medical Association
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani (Italy)
15:20
15:30
Lessons Learnt from Global Cancer Care
H.R.H. Princess Dina Mired (Jordan)
15:30
15:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Masomah Alali
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Mohammad Shehab
Consultant in Internal Medicine & Gastroenterology, President, Kuwait Research and Evidence-Based Medicine Association
Haya Al-Habib Gastroenterology Center
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Mona Al-Khawari
Head of Child Protection Office, Executive Director of Kuwait National Child Protection Program
Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Muhammad Buhamrah
Family Medicine Registrar, Scientific Advisor
Authority for Medical Responsibility (AMR)
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
11:15
12:15
LEGAL AND MORAL INTERSECTIONALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE
11:15 - 12:15
Moderator: Dr. Ibtisam Albader (Kuwait)
11:15
11:30
Medical Ethics Considerations in Social Media and AI
Dr. Fatima Alhamar (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Updates on Medical Laws in Kuwait
Dr. Muhammad Buhamrah (Kuwait)
11:45
11:55
Between Liability, Health Advocacy and Socially Responsible Physicians in the Era of Social Media and AI
Dr. Ayesha Almemari (UAE)
11:55
12:05
AI in Medicine Where Do We Stand and What the Future Holds?
Dr. Mussaad Al Razouki (USA)
12:05
12:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Muneera Alasfour
Consultant Emergency Medicine, Chief of Emergency Department
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
BUILDING ALLIANCE IN MEDICINE FOR WOMEN
13:00 - 14:00
The workshop provides a structured led group activity with opportunity to create future collaborations among different specialties. From family medicine, medicine and its sub-specialties to intervent
Moderators: Dr. Athari Alwael (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Altammar (Kuwait), Dr. Suha Kaaki (KSA), Dr. Muneera Alasfour (Kuwait), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Noreen AlBaloushi (Oman)
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Muneera Bin Nakhi
Consultant, Head of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Adan Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Munira Al Tarrah
Consultant Gastroenterologist and Transplant Hepatologist
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Dr. Nada Ibrahim
Specialist in Urogynecology and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstruction Surgery
Jaber AlAhmed Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Naela Al-Mazeedi
Consultant in Internal Medicine
Farwaniya Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa
Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sexologist
Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi
Clinical Tutor
Kuwait University
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Noor Alnaibari
Senior Specialist
West Subahiya Polyclinic
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Nooreen Yousuf Al Balushi
Consultant HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon
The Royal Hospital
President
Oman Transplantation Society
Muscat, Oman
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Noura Al Nouri
Psychiatrist
Mubarak AlKabeer Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Nourah Alyouha
Specialist Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon
Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
15:00
15:45
THE WOMEN IN REGIONAL AID AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA
15:00 - 15:45
Moderators: Dr. Maryam Eshtiwy (Libya), Dr. Hisham Burezq (Kuwait), Dr. Rawan AlYousef (Kuwait)
15:00
15:10
Kuwaiti Women Surgeons Experience: Kenya relief
Dr. Noura Al Youha (Kuwait)
15:10
15:20
World Medical Association
Dr. Lujain AlQodmani (Italy)
15:20
15:30
Lessons Learnt from Global Cancer Care
H.R.H. Princess Dina Mired (Jordan)
15:30
15:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Nourah Al-Ibrahim
Gynecological Oncologist Specialist, Gynecological Oncologist and Assistant Professor
Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, Kuwait University
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Raed Sayed Hashem
Head of Disaster Management Team
Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Reem Hamdy A. Mohammed
Professor of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, School of Medicine
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Rima Al Bader
Professor of Pediatric and Fetal Cardiology
King Abdulaziz University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:30
BJS PRIZE SESSION: THE FIVE BEST ABSTRACTS: INNOVATION IN MEDICINE & SURGERY
15:15 - 16:30
This session is a collaboration with the British Journal of Surgery (BJS) foundation and Open Source Research Organisation (OSRO).
Moderators: Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Dalal Altaweel (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
BJS Lecture
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
15:30
15:40
Abstract 1
15:40
15:50
Abstract 2
15:50
16:00
Abstract 3
16:00
16:10
Abstract 4
16:10
16:20
Abstract 5
16:20
16:30
Winner Announcement
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Rita El Khayat
Psychiatrist, Psychoanalyst, Occupational Medicine, Ergonomics and Aviation Medicine Specialist
Casablanca, Morocco
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Salwa AlHosani
Clinical Lead Child and Family Consultant, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
American Center Psychiatry and Neurology
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE CAREER AND LIFE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Salwa AlHosani (UAE), Dr. Noura Al Nouri (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
Social and Marital Relationships for Physicians, Challenges, and Opportunities
Dr. Naif Almutawa (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Raising a Family during Medical Training: Challenges & opportunities
Dr. Nawal Alotaibi (Kuwait)
14:00
14:15
How can Physicians Lead a Healthy Life?
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
14:15
14:30
Fostering Sustainability of Women Physicians in the Medical Profession
Dr. Maha Al-Gilani (KSA)
14:30
14:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Samah Alkharji
Senior Specialist in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Head of Department of Cardiology
Dabbous Cardiac Center, Adan Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki
Consultant and Assistant Professor, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
King Saud University
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
MENTAL HEALTH SUSTAINABILITY
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Abdullah Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Falah Al Tamimi (Jordan), Dr. Rita El Khayat (Morocco)
10:00
10:15
Sustainability of Mental Health for Women in Medicine
Dr. Mariam Alawadhi (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Teenagers: What to expect as parents and guardians?
Dr. Eiman Alboloushi (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
Mental Health in Society: How to advocate and sustain mental health in our region?
Dr. Samah Alkhawashki (KSA)
10:45
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Samar Alhomoud
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon and Director of The Awareness Program for Colorectal Cancer Screening
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazzaq
Occupational Health Physician, Medical Division
Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC)
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sara Al Safi
Senior Registrar, Department of Surgery
Al Adan Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sara AlHammouri
Specialist Family Physician
Khalid AlGhunaim Medical Center
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER PREVENTION
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: Dr. Nada Al Ibrahim (Kuwait), Dr. Sara Alhammouri (Kuwait), Dr. Bashayer Alkandari (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Obesity
Dr. Asrar Sayed Hashim (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Breast Cancer
Dr. Amal Alrayes (Bahrain)
12:00
12:10
Cervical, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer
Dr. Nourah Al Ibrahim (Kuwait)
12:10
12:20
Colon Cancer
Dr. Asmaa Alkandari (Kuwait)
12:20
12:30
Her Rx Guide from Contraception: Pregnancy to menopause
Dr. Eman Alsayegh (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Dr. Sara AlSaqqa
General Surgeon, Assistant Professor of Surgery
Al-Shifaa Hospital, Islamic University of Gaza, Al-Azhar University
Gaza, Palestine
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sara Buabbas
Consultant Internal Medicine and Critical Care
Jaber Al-ahamd Alsabah Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
15:15
16:15
WOMEN PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE
15:15 - 16:15
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulrahman Alfares (Kuwait), Dr. Abdulaziz Almutawa (Kuwait)
15:15
15:30
Updates on Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult Patients
Dr. Alya’a Alhazmi (KSA)
15:30
15:45
MDRO Infections in Critical Care: Challenges & Best Practices
Dr. Hussain Alshamari (Kuwait)
15:45
16:00
ECMO Experience in Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic
Dr. Sara Buabass (Kuwait)
16:00
16:15
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sarah Al Youha
Assistant Professor Surgery
Senior Specialist Plastic Surgery
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
08:30
09:45
WOMEN PHYSICIANS AS SCHOLARS: BUILDING A GENERATION OF RESEARCHERS
08:30 - 09:45
Moderators: Dr. Hesah Alkandari (Kuwait), Dr. Rima Al Bader (KSA), Dr. Mohammad Shehab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
Women Physicians as Researchers and Scientists
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
08:45
09:00
Innovation in Medical Research
Dr. Alaa Alhasuunah (Denmark)
09:00
09:15
Women in Research: Challenges and how to overcome it?
Dr. Sarah Alyouha (Kuwait)
09:15
09:30
What Do Women Physicians Need as Scientist in the Region?
Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA)
09:30
09:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Saud Alzaid
Trauma Surgeon and Intensivist, Director of the Clinical Skills Laboratory
Adan Hospital, Kuwait University
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
13:30
14:45
WOMEN IN MEDICINE
13:30 - 14:45
Moderators: Dr. Muneera Al-Tarrah (Kuwait), Dr. Maha Alshaibi (Oman), Dr. Naela Almazidi (Kuwait)
13:30
13:50
Who’s better? Women vs.Men Physicians & Surgeons
Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman)
13:50
14:10
Physicians in Media: Influencers or Health Advocates
Dr. Noor Alnaibari (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Alsalim (Kuwait)
14:10
14:30
Medicine and AI: The future is bright or dark?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Ahmad Al Ansari (Kuwait)
14:30
14:45
Medical Practice: Public or private?
Dr. Saud AlZaid (Kuwait), Dr. Adeeba Alherz (Kuwait)
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq
Consultant Dermatologist
Al-Salam Hospitals
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
MAINTAIN HEALTHY AND YOUTH SKIN
13:00 - 14:00
Moderators: Dr. Shaikhah Al-Abdulrazzaq (Kuwait), Dr. Fatma El Fradi (Tunisia)
13:00
13:15
Youthful Skin Secrets
Dr. Basma Alsaqubi (Kuwait)
13:15
13:30
Physical Fitness and its Impact on Health, Mood, and Longevity
Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait)
13:30
13:45
You are What you Eat: Nutrition and health for women
Dr. Dalal Alserri (Kuwait)
13:45
14:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Sheyma Alromaihi
Vice Chair for Surgery
Head of Paediatric Surgery
Hamad Medical Corporation
Doha, Qatar
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
10:00
11:00
SUSTAINABILITY OF WOMEN IN THE MEDICAL FORCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
10:00 - 11:00
Moderators: Dr. Hani Al Qadhi (Oman), Dr. Samah Alkharji (Kuwait), Dr. Muneera Ben Nakhi (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Fostering Leadership and Creating a Thriving Community in Surgery: WSK experience
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Death by 1000 Cuts: Micro-aggression and harassment
Dr. Sheyma Al Romaihi (Qatar)
10:30
10:40
Leave or Stay in your Career: Retention and attrition in the medical profession
Dr. Fayza Haider (Bahrain)
10:40
10:50
Taking it to the Next Level: Coaching, mentorship and sponsorship in a medical
Dr. Sana Alabdulrazak (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Suha K. Kaaki
Thoracic Surgeon
King Saud University Medical City
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
13:00
14:00
BUILDING ALLIANCE IN MEDICINE FOR WOMEN
13:00 - 14:00
The workshop provides a structured led group activity with opportunity to create future collaborations among different specialties. From family medicine, medicine and its sub-specialties to intervent
Moderators: Dr. Athari Alwael (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Altammar (Kuwait), Dr. Suha Kaaki (KSA), Dr. Muneera Alasfour (Kuwait), Dr. Hawra Almatrouk (Kuwait), Dr. Noreen AlBaloushi (Oman)
Saturday, Dec 14
Ms. Taiba Alhumaidi
Founder
Lei Wa Lakom
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh
Professor and Chairman, Department of Family Medicine
American University of Beirut Medical Center
Beirut, Lebanon
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Dr. Hikma Krouma (Algeria), Dr. Huda Mahdi (Kuwait), Dr. Fajer Albarak (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Healthy Cities
Dr. Huda Alduwaisan (Kuwait)
10:15
10:30
Women and Smoking Hazards and Risks
Dr. Reem Mohammad (Egypt)
10:30
10:40
Childhood Protection Program
Dr. Mona Alkhawari (Kuwait)
10:40
10:50
Healing the Community: Addiction and drug overdose
Dr. Husain Alshatti (Kuwait)
10:50
11:00
Antibiotics Abuse and MDR Infections: A global dilemma, what is needed?
Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh (Lebanon)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Wadha Aljaser
Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Al-Amiri Hospital
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
PANDEMIC OBESITY
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi (Kuwait), Dr. Hanan Raihani (Jordan), Dr. Shehab Akroof (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
The Medical Management of Obesity Updates
Dr. Aysha M. Al Fahad (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Endoscopic Management of Obesity: What’s old and new?
Dr. Wadha Aljaser (Kuwait)
09:00
09:10
Surgical Management of Obesity
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait)
09:10
09:20
Obesity is a Pandemic: How to create a healthy generation?
Dr. Donna Ryan (USA)
09:20
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Zainab Albalushi
Deputy Director-General for Clinical Affairs, Senior Consultant, Pediatric Surgeon
University Medical City
Muscat, Oman
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
14:15
15:15
WOMEN IN MEDICINE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
14:15 - 15:15
The Presidential session will generate key recommendations to advance women physicians, focusing on workforce sustainability, financial growth, family planning, and a safe, equitable work environment
Moderators: Dr. Asmaa Alrashed (Kuwait), Dr. Masomah AlAli (Kuwait)
Speakers: Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan), Dr. Marcia Clark (Canada), Dr. Samar Alhomoud (KSA), Dr. Maitham Hussein (Kuwait)
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
08:30
09:30
WOMEN PHYSICIANS: EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
08:30 - 09:30
Moderators: Dr. Kefaya Abdulmalik (Kuwait), Dr. Zainab Al Balushi (Oman), Dr. Abdullah Rajab (Kuwait)
08:30
08:45
A Guide to Commencing your Career in Medicine: From medical school to fellowship
Dr. Sara Alsafi (Kuwait)
08:45
09:00
Women Physicians as Educators: Challenges and opportunities
Dr. Fatema Alsubhi (KSA)
09:00
09:15
Arab Women Physicians: Where do we stand today and what’s the future?
Dr. Maisam Akroush (Jordan)
09:15
09:30
Panel Discussion
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh
General Surgeon
Ministry of Health
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
11:30
12:45
VIOLENCE AND HEALING IN MEDICINE
11:30 - 12:45
Moderators: H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait), Dr. Raed Sayed Hashim (Kuwait), Dr. Amar Behbehani (Kuwait)
11:30
11:45
Violence in Medical Profession
Dr. Zainab Al-Mesailekh (Kuwait)
11:45
12:00
Mental Health Platform: PAWPA experience
Dr. Mais Halaseh (Jordan)
12:00
12:10
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Yemen
Dr. Maryam Aldogani (Yemen)
12:10
12:20
Women Physicians in Conflict Zones - Ghaza
Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa (Palestine)
12:20
12:30
Healing with Art
H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah (Kuwait)
12:30
12:45
Panel Discussion
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan
Consultant in Emergency Medicine & Trauma, CEO
Central Circle Company Kuwait
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Present In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
Chair In
Thursday, Dec 12
Friday, Dec 13
Saturday, Dec 14
10:00
11:15
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL GROWTH FOR WOMEN PHYSICIANS
10:00 - 11:15
Moderators: Ms. Taiba Alhumaidhi (Kuwait), Dr. Zeyad Al Olayan (Kuwait), Ms. Dalal Al-Neama (Kuwait)
10:00
10:15
Entrepreneurship for Women Physicians
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah (KSA)
10:15
10:30
How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Money by Budgeting
Dr. Ebtesam Alansari (Kuwait)
10:30
10:45
How to Build a Successful Medical Business?
Dr. Ghanima Alomar (Kuwait)
10:45
11:00
Planning for Retirement
Dr. Eman Al-Mashharawi (KSA)
11:00
11:15
Panel Discussion