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WOMEN’S HEALTH
CONFERENCE 2025

Date: 26-27 September 2025
Venue: Sidra Medicine Auditorium
Type: Hybrid Event

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Overview /Program

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of Women’s Health Conference 2025, delegates should be able to:

  • Identify the potential roles and challenges in the integration of new technologies in promoting women’s health.
  • Discuss the current evidence-based approach in facilitating personalized care in women’s health.
  • Appraise the key advances in fetal diagnosis, prenatal and peripartum care.
  • Discuss the benefits and challenges of new interventions in Gynaecology and reproductive medicine.

PROGRAM

All Sessions Day 1: September 26, 2025 Day 2: September 27, 2025

Day 1: Friday September 26, 2025

08:30- 09:00

Conference Opens; Registration

09:00-09:10

Opening remarks

Dr. Johnny Awwad, Executive Chair-Women’s Services, Sidra Medicine


Session 1: Dilemmas in prenatal diagnosis and high risk pregnancy

Moderators:
Dr. Medhat Alberry, MFM, Sidra Medicine
Dr. Abdullah Al Ibrahim, MFM, WWRC

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss key updates in the approach and options for managing challenging Fetal medicine and high-risk Obstetric conditions
  • Explore the emerging and potential role of cord blood banking in the journey towards personalised medicine
09:10-09:30

The Role of MCA Doppler in the in the 3rd trimester

Dr. Medhat Alberry, Senior Attending Physician MFM- Sidra Medicine

09:30-09:50

Preeclampsia: Innovations in Diagnosis and Treatment

Professor Justin Konje, Professor of OBGYN – WCMC, FMC

09:50- 10:10

Fetal Hydrops: Diagnostic Challenges and Emerging Therapies

Dr. Sawsan Al Obaidly, Senior Consultant, MFM, WWRC

10:10-10:30

Ultrasound Imaging for placental abnormalities

Dr. Gemma Peters, Consultant OBGYN, The International Medical Center

10:30-10:50

Preterm Labor Insights and Management Approaches

Dr. Morounfolu Thompson, Senior Attending Physician MFM – Alwakra Hospital

10:50-11:10

Hope on a Cord: Exploring the Clinical Edge of Stem Cells

Dr. Chiara Cugno, Attending Physician/ Director – Advanced Cell Therapy Core, Sidra

11:10-11:30

Q & A

11:30-12:30

Prayers and Lunch

Session 2: Keynote Lecture

Moderator:
Dr. Hala Abdullahi, Sidra Medicine

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • To explore strategies for cultivating a leadership culture in healthcare that prioritizes empathy, collaboration, and inclusivity; moving beyond compliance-driven policies to foster environments where staff and patients feel valued, heard, and empowered.
12:30-13:00

Beyond Polices: Building a people centred Leadership culture in healthcare

Dr. Gbemisola Okunoye

Session 3: Updates in Clinical Practice and Emerging Trends in Gynecology

Moderators:
Dr. Amir Elnahas, Sidra Medicine
Dr. Abdukadir Wagley , Military Medical City Hospital

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Appraise current evidence on various interventions aimed at promoting women wellness.
  • Describe the components of women’s wellness across the reproductive and post-reproductive years.
13:10-13:30

Improving Detection and Outcomes through Innovation in Female Cancer Screening

Mr. Ashfaq Khan
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, UK

13:30-13:50

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Latest Insights in the Diagnosis and Management

Dr. Ibrahim Ibrahim,
Senior Attending Physician, Endocrinology, Sidra Medicine

13:50-14:10

vNOTES: Is it Revolutionizing Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecology?

Dr Yasser Abelaal
WWRC

14:10-14:30

Navigating Brain Fog and Memory Challenges in Perimenopause: Understanding the Cognitive Shifts

Dr. Sami Omer,
Senior Attending Physician, Adult Psychiatrists, Sidra Medicine

14:30-14:50

Bone Health in Perimenopause: Strategies for Prevention and Management

Dr. Ibrahim Abdulmomen,
Consultant Rheumatologist, Rheumatology Department- HMC

14:50 – 15:05

Q & A

15:05 -15: 20

BREAK

Session 4: Updates in Clinical Practice and Emerging Trends in Gynecology

Moderators:
Dr. Varsha Mulik , Sidra Medicine
Dr. Hanan Salih, Korean Medical Center

15:20- 15:40

The Urobiome in women: Implications for infections in women

Dr. Ibrahim Hassan, Sr. Attending Physician, Microbiology and Virology – Sidra Medicine

15:40- 16:00

Microbiome in the First 1000 Days of Life

Dr. Souhaila Al Khodor, Director – Perinatal and Reproductive Health Division

16:00- 16:20

New Trends in Contraception: Innovations and Evolving Approaches for Modern Healthcare

Dr. Rudaina Hassan, Sidra Medicine
Attending Physician OBGYN, Sidra Medicine

16:20 – 16: 30

Q & A

16:30

END OF DAY 1

Day 2: Saturday September 27, 2025
Sidra Medicine Auditorium

Session 1: Current Trends in Reproductive health

Moderators:
Dr. Husam Qush, Sidra Medicine and West Bay Medicare
Dr. Deepa Subrmanian, Sidra Medicine

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss the current understanding on topical problems in fertility and reproductive health.
  • Discuss key updates in the assessment and management of common benign Gynaecological conditions.
08:00 - 08:20

Innovation and the use of AI in Assisted Reproduction

Dr. Spyridon Chouliaras, Senior Attending Physician, RMU- Sidra Medicine

08:20 - 08:40

Pre-implantation genetic testing: benefits and risks.

Dr. Sanjau Prabhu, Senior Attending Physician, RMU- Sidra Medicine

08:40 - 09:00

Cutting-edge fertility preservation techniques for women

Professor Johnny Awwad, Senior Attending Physician , Division Chief – RMU- Sidra Medicine

09:00 - 09:20

Freeze all for all? Is this the way forward

Dr. Yazan Abdallah, Consultant Fertility, Aman hospital

09:20-: 09:40

Exploring the conundrum of Recurrent miscarriage

Dr. Lamiya Mohiyiddeen, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist – Manchester, UK

09:40 - 10:00

Nutrition and Fertility: What you need to know

Dr.  Annalisa Terranegra, Investigator Precision Nutrition, Translational medicine, Sidra

10:00 – 10:15

Q & A

10:15 – 10:45

BREAK

Day 2: Parallel Session

Saturday September 27, 2025
Sidra Medicine conference room

Midwifery and Nursing Session

Session 1: Parallel Session for Midwifery and Nursing issues

Moderators:
Ms Kedra Elmi & Ms. Sue Joseph Jerome
Nursing and Midwifery Educators

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • To gain insight into the strategic planning involved in developing midwifery in Qatar.
  • To inspire innovation and evidence-based practice in maternal and newborn health.
  • To foster collaboration and networking among nurses and midwives in the region
08:00 - 08:20

Becoming Baby-Friendly Hospital: Sidra’s Journey to Nurture, Empower, and Transform Care.

Ms. Maha AL-Ghanem BSc, MNL, RN, CBS, Clinical Nurse Leader – BFHI Project Lead -Sidra Medicine

08:20 - 08:40

Qatar’s Midwifery Journey: From Strategic Planning to Practice and Education

Ms. Ebtesam Abdulla Director of Nursing Operations – PHCC-Qatar

08:40 - 09:00

The Launch of Midwifery course in Qatar

Dr. Zahra Khan, Lecturer -University of Doha Science and Technology (UDST)

09:00 - 09:20

Sidra Medicine Based Project Presentation:
Exploring Neonatal Services from a Quality Improvement Perspective.

Ms. Atika Nigar, Ms. Hudaa Hersi, Ms. Fahima Hakeem, UDST – Nursing Students

09:20 - 09:40

Optimizing postnatal patient discharge process

Ms Angela Broad, Manager – Nursing Professional Standards and Workforce

09:40 - 10:00

Women’s Health-Midwifery Perspective-Evidence Based Care

Dr. Taghreed Salameh, Nursing Professor, Qatar University

10:00 – 10:15

Q & A

10:15 – 10:45

BREAK

Session 2: Clinical Debate

Moderators:
Dr. Alyia Naz- The view Hospital
Dr. Osric Navti – Alwakra Hospital
Dr. Askok Kumar – Sidra Medicine

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to

Discuss the evidence base, including the benefits and risks with the administration of Antenatal corticosteroids after 34 weeks of gestation

Motion:
Antenatal Corticosteroids Beyond 34 Weeks: still have Continued Benefits for Neonatal Health

10:45 - 11:05

For the motion:

Dr. Haytham Ali, Senior Attending Physician, Neonatology – Sidra Medicine

11:05 - 11:25

Against the motion:

Dr. Samawal Lutfi, Senior Attending Physician, Neonatology – WWRC

11:25 - 11:35

Rebuttals for the motion

11:35 - 11:45

Rebuttals against the motion

11:45 – 12:45

LUNCH BREAK- Sidra Healing Garden

Session 3 : Quality and Best practice in Women’s Health

Moderators:
Dr. Khawla Ismail and Dr Homeira Karim – Sidra medicine
Dr. Rima Omar, Al Ahli Hospital

Learning Objectives : At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss recent evidence-based updates and risk reduction in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Explore quality practice issues related to Obstetrics and Gynecology
13:00 – 13:20

Antenatal milk expression: The OPTIMOM project

Natalie Fairhurst, Nurse Practitioner (NICU) – Sidra Medicine

13:20 - 13:40

Diabetes in pregnancy: recent updates of the National Diabetes Management Program

Dr. Mohamed Bashir, Senior Endocrinologist – WWRC

13:40 - 14:00

Advancements in Wound Care: Innovative Approaches for Optimal Healing and Patient Outcomes

Dr. Mazen Bishtawi, Senior consultant, OBGYN – The View Hospital

14:00 - 14:20

Imaging for Endometriosis and Fibroids

Dr. Kadria El- Haddad, Senior Attending Physician, Radiology– Sidra Medicine

14:20 – 14:40

BREAK

Session 3: continued

Moderators:
Dr. Gadha Mohiyiddeen
Dr. Onoliode Agbetunsin

14:40 - 15:00

Medical Management of Fibroids and Endometriosis: what is new?

Dr. Aisha Yousuf, Senior Attending Physician, Gynecolgy- Sidra Medicine

15:00 – 15:20

Sustainability in Healthcare

Dr. Olbunmi Oniya, Senior Attending Physician , OBGYN – Sidra Medicine

15:20 – 15:40

Creating a culture of trust in Women’s Health

Dr. Yassin Fagair, Senior Attending Physician , OBGYN – Sidra Medicine

15:40 – 15:50

Q & A

15:50 – 16:00

Prize distribution for Posters

Closing remarks and End of Day 2