CHAIRMAN'S MESSAGE

Dear Esteemed Attendees,

It is my utmost pleasure to welcome you all to the 11th Amiri Diabetes Conference. As the Chairman of this esteemed event, I am honored to address all of you on this special occasion.

Diabetes is a global health challenge that affects millions of people around the world. The Amiri Diabetes Conference has been at the forefront of efforts to raise awareness, share knowledge, and promote innovation in the field of diabetes management and care. Over the past years, we have witnessed remarkable advancements in our understanding of diabetes, its risk factors, and its management, and this conference has played a pivotal role in fostering this progress.

This year's conference theme is Different faces of diabetes and promises to be another milestone event, bringing together leading experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals from allover Kuwait. We have curated a diverse program that encompasses a wide range of topics, including the latest research findings, clinical guidelines, technological advancements, and best practices in diabetes care. We are privileged to have renowned speakers who will share their valuable insights and experiences, making this conference an invaluable platform for learning, collaboration, and networking.

As we reflect on the past decade of the Amiri Diabetes Conference, we can take pride in the impact it has had on improving diabetes care and outcomes. However, there are still challenges that lie ahead, and we must continue to strive for excellence in diabetes management. By fostering a multidisciplinary approach, promoting research and innovation, and advocating for policy changes, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with diabetes.

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to all the participants, sponsors, and partners who have contributed to the success of this conference. Your unwavering support and commitment to advancing the field of diabetes care is truly commendable.

In conclusion, I am confident that the 11th Amiri Diabetes Conference will be a platform for rich discussions, exchange of ideas, and collaborative efforts to further enhance diabetes care. Let us work together to empower individuals with diabetes, promote prevention strategies, and strive towards a world where diabetes is better understood, managed, and ultimately, conquered.

Thank you and best wishes for a successful conference!

Sincerely,
Dr. Abdulnabi Alattar
Chairman, 11th Amiri Diabetes Conference
Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Amiri Hospital

COMMITTEE

Dr. Abdulnabi Al-Attar
Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Aysha Alfahad
Consultant and Head of Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Mohammad J. Mirza
Senior Specialist Internal Medicine, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Soumoud Adel
Specialist Internal Medicine, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Hawra Al-Matrouk
Specialist Internal Medicine, Amiri Hospital

SPEAKERS

Dr. Abdullah Alozairi
Consultant Neuropsychiatrist / Behavioural Neurologist
Dr. Abdulnabi Alattar
Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Anas Alyousef
Consultant Internal Medicine & Chief of Nephrology Unit
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed
General and Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Consultant, Al Amiri Hospital
Dr. Asrar Alsayed Hashem
Consultant In Endocrinology and Diabetology at Al-Amiri Hospital
Dr. Aysha Alfahad
Consultant and Head of Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Amiri Hospital
Dr. Bassam Bulbanat
Consultant Cardiologist at Amiri Hospital
Dr. Dalia Alsanea
Consultant Family Medicine
Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi
Consultant Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Dasman Diabetes Institute Kuwait City, Kuwait
Dr. Enas Alyaseen
Consultant, Internal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Fahed Aljaser
Consultant Pediatrician & Pediatric Endocrinologist
Dr. Faisal Al-Roomi
Consultant Cardiologist
Dr. Fatima Hadi
Consultant Cardiologist Specialised in Advanced Heart Failure
Dr. Mohammed Ashkanani
Adult Neurologist, Epileptologist – Al Amiri Hospital
Dr. Muneera Altarrah
Consultant, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dr. Talal Alabduljalil
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Assistant Professor Kuwait University

EVENT SCHEDULE

2 May 2025 | Friday

Workshops
9:00 - 10:00 am
Workshop 1
Time in range clinical application
TBA
10:00 - 11:00 am
Workshop 2
Managing diabetes lifestyle
TBA
Session 1 - Updates in Diabetes
Moderators : Dr. Anil Thussu, Dr. Sana Al-Mutairi
1:30 - 2:00 pm
industry symposium
TBA
2:00 - 2:30 pm
Diabetes in Kuwait
Dr. Dalia Alsanea
2:30 - 3:00 pm
Recent Cardiovascular outcome trials
Dr. Bassam Bulbanat
3:00 - 3:15 pm
Q&A - Break
3:15 - 3:45 pm
Diabetes & Time in range
Dr. Abdulnabi Alattar
3:45 - 4:15 pm
Endocrine disruptors
Dr. Aysha Alfahad
4:15 - 4:30 pm
Q&A - Break
4:30 - 5:00 pm
industry symposium
TBA
Session 2 - Can we prevent diabetes?
Moderators : Dr. Dalal Al-Khudair, Dr. Asmaa Darwish
5:00 - 5:30 pm
DM & Obesity: novel treatments
Dr. Asrar Alsayed Hashem
5:30 - 6:00 pm
Diabetes in adolescents
Dr. Fahed Aljaser
6:00 - 6:15 pm
Q&A - Break
6:15 - 6:45 pm
Diabetes & Bariatric surgery
Dr. Asmaa Alrashed
6:45 - 7:15 pm
Can we reverse diabetes?
Dr. Ebaa Al Ozairi
7:15 - 7:30 pm
Q&A - Break
7:30 - 8:00 pm
industry symposium
TBA

3 May 2025 | Saturday

Session 1 - Complications of Diabetes
Moderators : Dr. Nada Al-Hassan, Dr. Wehad Altourah
8:30 - 9:00 am
industry symposium
TBA
9:00 - 9:30 am
Diabetic retinopathy impact on visual impairment in Kuwait and current management trends.
Dr. Talal Alabduljalil
9:30 - 10:00 am
Diabetes & Peripheral Neuropathy
Dr. Mohammed Ashkanani
10:00 - 10:15 am
Q&A - Break
10:15 - 10:45 am
Diabetes & CKD
Dr. Anas Alyousef
10:45 - 11:15 am
Diabetes & Cardiomyopathy
Dr. Fatima Hadi
11:15 - 11:30 am
Q&A - Break
11:30 - 12:00 pm
industry symposium
TBA
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Prayer and Lunch
Session 2 - Complications of Diabetes
Moderators : Dr. Nadia Alali, Dr. Abeer Al-Gharabally
1:00 - 1:30 pm
Diabetes & the Liver
Dr. Muneera Altarrah
1:30 - 2:00 pm
Diabetes & Pregnancy
Dr. Enas Alyaseen
2:00 - 2:15 pm
Q&A - Break
2:15 - 2:45 pm
Diabetes & Depression
Dr. Abdullah Alozairi
2:45 - 3:15 pm
Diabetes & Dyslipidemia
Dr. Faisal Al-Roomi
3:15 - 3:30 pm
Closing & Remarks
3:30 - 4:00 pm
industry symposium
TBA

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