Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi hosts the 6th Internal Medicine Update Conference 2024

• The conference highlighted the imperative of advancing healthcare to meet growing public expectations. • Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi hosted the conference, bringing together over 1,000 participants from local, regional, and international communities for a collaborative knowledge-sharing experience.

Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 group, hosted the 6^th Internal Medicine Update Conference 2024 from November 22-24.

The conference, opened by His Excellency, brought together leading experts from different medical specialties both locally and internationally to discuss key elements of hospital medicine, cardiology, palliative care, nephrology, oncology and psychiatry.

In his opening remarks, His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, commented on the how the importance placed on how patients are treated reflects the development of a society, and said: "Under our visionary leadership, the UAE remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing the health and well-being of its people. We take immense pride in fostering a healthcare ecosystem that prioritizes innovation, accessibility and excellence. Platforms like the Internal Medicine Update Conference reflect our collective resolve to meet the growing expectations for advanced medical care and to support healthcare professionals in their pursuit of excellence.

"A high quality of life is dependent on good health, and meeting the growing expectations for advanced diagnostic and treatment services requires the skill, commitment and compassion of healthcare professionals. Success also relies on relevant medical research, state-of-the-art facilities, and the accelerated use of emerging technologies. I am delighted that Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is exhibiting leadership in organizing such conferences, standing at the forefront of medical innovation and continually raising the standard of care in the UAE and beyond.”

Stressing on the importance of such collaborative conferences, Dr. George Haber, CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, added: “We are honored to host the Internal Medicine Update Conference, where the brightest minds in healthcare come together to share insights, spark innovation, and drive progress in medicine. This event cements Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s commitment to driving medical education and leading advancements that empower healthcare professionals in the UAE and beyond to enable meaningful change."

The conference, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), saw over 1000 local, regional and international participants. Throughout the conference, attendees engaged in dynamic discussions and specialty break-out sessions on a diverse range of topics, including new treatment options in chronic kidney diseases, AI in healthcare, long term care for transplant recipients, oncology emergencies and more.

With a team of renowned physicians and clinical experts, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has remained steadfast in its commitment to pioneering excellence in healthcare in the region and beyond. Its innovative approach to multidisciplinary care enabled by cutting-edge technology, has positioned the hospital as a leader in complex care, offering patients access to cutting-edge therapies and personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.