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MOST RENOWNED SURGEONS / EXPERTS IN THE FIELD OF HERNIA AND ABDOMINAL WALL RECONSTRUCTION
- Jan 18 - 19, 2025 - Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City, Dubai UAE
DHS Overview
It is with great enthusiasm and anticipation that I extend a cordial invitation for your participation in the inaugural Dubai Hernia Summit 2025 (DHS) organized by The Emirates General Surgery Society (EGSS) in collaboration with the American Hospital Dubai.
This prestigious event will host the internationally esteemed International Hernia Collaboration and the distinguished Talking to the Wall Hernia Meeting, selecting Dubai as the paramount location for this esteemed assembly and convening the most distinguished figures in the field of Hernia and Abdominal wall reconstruction.
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
MD, FACS
- American board certified general surgeon since 2006.
- Residency at SUNY Downstate former Assistant Professor of Surgery.
- Robotic practice started in Florida (2014) and launched Dubai’s first robotic surgery program in 2020.
- Chief of Surgery at American Hospital Dubai and Chair of the Robotic Surgery Committee.
- Specializes in hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction.
Hatem Moussa
MD, FACS
• Associate Clinical Professor of Surgery
• Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
• Laparoscopic Surgical Center of New York
Brian Jacob
- General Surgery Specialist (CBC)
- Digestive System Specialist (CBCD)
- Specialist in ABDOMINAL WALL HERNIAS
- Abdominal Wall Surgery Center of the Santa Catarina Network.
- Surgeon at Casa de Saúde São José.
- CEO of Talking To The Wall (Advanced and Minimally Invasive Surgery Course for Surgeons).
Rodrigo Galhego
- Consultant General Surgeon and Colorectal Surgeon
- Expertise in Damage Control Surgery and Trauma Surgery
- Graduate of RCSI Medical School
- Facharzt from Germany (2010)
- Worked at ZMH since 2010
- Extensive experience in Field Hospital and Forward Surgical Teams
- Participated in Task Forces and military hospital setups globally
Mohammed Alqaydi
FACULTY SPEAKERS
- Professor of Surgery
- Director, Comprehensive Hernia Center
- Chief, Division of Abdominal Wall Surgery, Department of Surgery Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Past President, American Hernia Society
Yuri Novitsky
MD, FACS
- General, Bariatric, and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Doctor of Medicine, Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, 1982
- General Surgeon, Hospital San Ignacio, Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, 1987
- Sub-specialist in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Universidad CES, Medellín, 2012
Jorge Daes
MD, FACS
- Chief of General Surgery at Anne Arundel Medical Center
- Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellow, Carolinas Medical Center
- General Surgery Resident, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
Igor Belyansky
- Professor of Surgery at Carolinas Medical Center and President Elect of American Hernia Society.
Vedra Augenstein
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Why to Join Our Event?
The Dubai Hernia Summit 2025 is your opportunity to be at the forefront of hernia and abdominal wall surgery. This premier event brings together world-renowned surgeons, researchers, and innovators to discuss the latest advancements in the field. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or network with the best in the industry, the Summit offers invaluable insights and hands-on learning experiences.
Why Attend?
Experience live demonstrations and in-depth discussions of all major robotic surgical platforms, showcasing how these advancements revolutionize hernia surgery and improve patient outcomes.
Engage with experts as they discuss the critical benefits of early surgical intervention, including preventing complications and optimizing long-term patient care.
Stay ahead of the curve with presentations and workshops on the most advanced techniques in hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. You'll have the chance to learn directly from the pioneers in the field who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Network with global leaders in hernia surgery and collaborate on new approaches that are shaping the future of abdominal wall repair. The Summit provides a platform for open discussions, case reviews, and hands-on labs to refine your skills.