The eighteenth Gulf Heart Conference began today at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. This event, hosted by the Oman Heart Association, will take place from November 12 to 14 with the participation of 700 to 800 doctors, consultants, experts, and specialists in the field of heart diseases and surgery.
Opening Ceremony with the Presence of the Minister of Health of Oman
The opening ceremony of this conference was held under the patronage of Dr. Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, the Minister of Health of Oman. Several officials and participants from the Sultanate of Oman, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and several Arab countries attended the ceremony, along with experts and speakers from Europe, the United States, and Japan participating in person and via video conference.
Goals and Scientific Programs of the Conference
Dr. Kazem Jafar, President of the Oman Heart Association, announced that the goal of this conference is to strengthen scientific and professional collaborations and exchange medical experiences at the Gulf and international levels. This conference will examine the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heart diseases, as well as review clinical trials and complex and rare medical cases.
Additionally, the scientific program includes specialized sessions, lectures, and workshops addressing topics such as heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart catheterization, arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart diseases, and congenital defects. These topics will also address the relationship between heart diseases and kidney diseases, diabetes, and obesity, as well as cardiac complications arising from cancer treatments.
He added that hosting this conference reflects the role of the Oman Heart Association in the education, qualification, and development of healthcare personnel involved in the care of heart patients. This event also contributes to continuous medical education and strengthens scientific and professional collaborations at the local and international levels.
This conference includes a health exhibition showcasing the latest technologies and advancements in heart surgery. This will aid in the exchange of knowledge and experience, the development of health competencies, and the improvement of services provided to heart patients.
The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Oman Heart Association, has previously hosted the Gulf Heart Conference three times, and hosting the eighteenth edition marks the fourth time in the history of this conference.
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