Inaugural Global Summit Of Intensive Care Federation To Begin In Dubai

The International Federation of Intensive Care and Critical Care's first global summit is scheduled to open its doors in Dubai this Friday at the Intercontinental Festival City Hotel. This event marks a significant convergence, coinciding with the 20th UAE Conference, where over 2,200 medical professionals, including doctors and nurses from 45 countries, will gather to explore the newest advancements in intensive care medicine and the sophisticated technologies used in artificial respiration.

Dr. Hussain Nasser Al Rahma, a Consultant in Emergency Medicine and the Conference Chairman, who also serves as President of the Arab International Society of Intensive Care Medicine and Vice President of the Global Network of Emergency Medicine, has detailed the conference's agenda. The comprehensive program will cover a wide range of topics including septicemia, infections in intensive care units, kidney diseases and acute kidney injuries, artificial ventilation, acute respiratory distress syndrome, surgical procedures, anaesthesia and pain management, nutrition for the elderly, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, infection monitoring, and critical care physicians' experiences and research findings.

In addition to these discussions, the conference will address accidents and the latest effective practices and treatment protocols that have emerged since the pandemic began. Over three days, 142 international speakers, 69 regional speakers, and 90 speakers from within the country will share their latest scientific papers. The summit will also feature 8 scientific workshops and 5 training courses. Furthermore, several qualitative agreements are expected to be signed with international bodies to benefit all involved parties.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention is set to conduct a special workshop on brain death. This session aims to provide direct guidance on declaring brain death using neurological criteria to enhance practices related to this declaration. Moreover, 40 international and local companies specializing in critical care devices and ventilators will present their latest discoveries and products in the field of critical care medicine.

This summit not only serves as a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences but also as an opportunity for professionals in the field of intensive care and critical care medicine to stay abreast of technological advancements and innovative treatment methods. The gathering underscores Dubai's role as a hub for medical conferences and a center for medical innovation.

With inputs from WAM