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Dubai - United Arab Emirates: HE Dr. Hussain Al Rand, Assistant Under-Secretary for Health Centres and Clinics with Ministry of Health at UAE, inaugurated today the third edition of the Dubai Otology Conference and Exhibition, which is held at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Academic Medical Center in Dubai Healthcare City.
After the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony, HE Dr. Hussain Al Rand, accompanied by a number of officials, heads of delegation, and representatives had a tour in the exhibition area and were introduced to the most advanced medical devices, technologies, and equipment displayed by national, regional, and international industry players.
On the sidelines of the opening ceremony, HE Dr. Hussain Al Rand said to the press: "The decision of choosing Dubai, as the city to host this conference reflects the global confidence in the ability of Dubai and the UAE to host such international meetings. It also confirms the prestigious reputation of the United Arab Emirates, which has been achieved, thanks to the continuous efforts of our wise leadership whom are keen to promote and enhance the healthcare sector in the UAE. This sector is also receiving much attention by the government of the UAE in order to preserve the health of both citizens and residents."
From his side, Dr. Ahmed Al Amadi, Consultant Otologist & Neurotologist and Medical Director at Al Baraha Hospital, and the Dubai Otology Conference Chairman said: "This year, we are emphasizing on new advances in implantable hearing devices, the development of balloon Eustachian tube dilatation, and the advances in imaging technology. In association with Arab Academy of Otology & Cochlear Implant - AOOCI, we are going to have a special session on setting conditions and minimum standards for accreditation process of cochlear implant centers in Arab countries."
Dr. Ahmed Al Amadi continued on saying: "I believe that the conference this year will witness a larger number of participations from nurses and technicians as we are having more hands-on and practical video sessions that will come up with great benefits to the attendees."
Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of Dubai Otology Conference and Exhibition said after the opening ceremony: "Hosting this focused event successfully for the third year confirms our continuous commitment towards health and education sectors given its vital role in highlighting the position of the UAE as an international hub for health improvement."
Dr. Al Madani continued: "Over the past three years we worked diligently with a number of very professional otologists and neurologists to invest in this sector and come up with the most informative and updated topics to be delivered and discussed by the most pioneer specialists in this field."
"In line with our objectives, the conference will be a great chance to educate the participants on the various aspects of Otolaryngology during the three-day event which will be full of scientific information and favorable business opportunities. The conference will offer more than 30 CME credit hours for participants while attending any of the 5 workshops and 12 scientific sessions." Continued Dr. Al Madani
From his side, Dr. Richard Irving, President of British Society of Otology and Consultant ENT Surgeon said: "Dubai Otology, in its 3rd year, had succeeded in becoming a major event in the international otology calendar. The international flavor of this meeting that hosts experts and speakers from Middle East, Europe, North America and Asia facilitates a discussion of the latest ideas in relation to the management of complex ear disease including balance disturbance, the difficulties associated with single sided hearing loss, and disorders of the facial nerve."
This year, Dubai Otology Conference & Exhibition is hosting more than 40 companies from over 33 countries promoting the latest equipment, machines and products and an expected participation of over 1100 Regional & International E.N.T. Specialists & Surgeons, Otolaryngologists, Otologists, Neurologists, Audiologists, Physiotherapists, Speech Therapists, Delegates, Trainees, Nurses, & Students. Over 50 key opinion leaders from all over the world will attend to share their expertise in this specialized field.
Dubai Otology Conference & Exhibition is considered the only specialised Otology & Neurotology event in the region, and it is highly supported by the leading companies & service providers in ENT, Otology & Neurotology as shown by the Platinum Sponsor: Karl Storz, Gold Sponsor: Medtronic; Silver Sponsors: AMICO, Alphamed & Med-El and the Bronze Sponsors: Widex Emirates Hearing Care, Leader Healthcare, Starkey and Bernafon.
The event is held under the patronage of H.E. Abdul Rahman Al Owais, Minister of Health in the UAE and will continue until 23rd of October 2015. The event is organised by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding, and in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Health and the Arab Academy of Otology & Cochlear Implant - AOOCI.
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