Scientific Committee Chairperson
Head of Dermatology Dept. - Mubarak Al Kabeer Hospital Treasurer - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsScientific Committee Co-Chairperson
Head of Dermatology Dept. - Asa'd Al Hamad Dermatology Center Vice President - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsScientific Committee - Co-Chairperson
Consultant Dermatologist
Senior Specialist in Dermatology, Mubarak Al Kabeer Hospital
Dermatology Specialist
Organizing Committee - Chairperson
Head of Dermatology Dept.- Mubarak Al Kabeer Hospital
Organizing Committee - Co-Chairperson Treasure - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsConsultant Dermatology
Head of Dermatology Dept. - Al Jahra Hospital
President - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsHead of Dermatology Dept. - Asa'd Al Hamad Dermatology Center
Vice President - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsHead of Dermatology Dept. - Farwaniya Hospital
Secretary General - Kuwait Society of DermatologistsConsultant Dermatology
Dear Esteemed Colleagues and Distinguished Guests,
I am delighted to welcome you all to the Annual Conference for Dermatology, Laser & Aesthetic Medicine in Kuwait organized by Kuwait Society of Dermatologists from 16-18 Dec 2023 at Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Kuwaiy. This year, our conference promises to be an exceptional gathering of the brightest minds and innovators in the field of dermatology, laser, and aesthetic medicine. We have eagerly awaited this moment and are thrilled to host you in this beautiful country.
As we come together for this significant event, we reflect upon the extraordinary progress that our field has witnessed over the years. Dermatology, laser, and aesthetic medicine have evolved into dynamic specialties that continue to transform the lives of patients worldwide. Our dedication to advancing the science, technology, and artistry behind these fields has allowed us to provide increasingly effective and patient-centric care.
This year's conference has been meticulously designed to offer a diverse range of educational and networking opportunities. We have gathered an outstanding faculty of experts who will share their insights on the latest clinical developments, technological innovations, and aesthetic trends. Our program includes keynote presentations, hands-on workshops, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that will provide you with invaluable knowledge and skills.
Moreover, this conference provides an ideal platform for fostering collaboration and building relationships within our professional community. I encourage you to take full advantage of the numerous networking opportunities available. Share your experiences, engage in meaningful discussions, and establish connections that can lead to future collaborations and advancements in our field.
The theme for this year's conference is "Innovation, Integration, and Excellence," which highlights our commitment to pushing the boundaries of dermatology, laser, and aesthetic medicine. Our collective pursuit of excellence drives us to continually seek innovative solutions and integrate the latest technologies and techniques into our practices. This dedication to progress is what sets our profession apart.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our sponsors, exhibitors, and partners whose support has been instrumental in making this event possible. Their contributions have allowed us to offer a comprehensive and enriching experience for all attendees.
In conclusion, I am confident that this conference will be a source of inspiration, education, and empowerment for all of us. Let us embrace this opportunity to learn, grow, and strengthen our commitment to providing the best care possible to our patients.
Once again, I extend my warmest welcome to all of you. May this conference be a resounding success, and may it leave a lasting impact on our practices, our profession, and, most importantly, on the lives of the individuals we serve.
Thank you for your participation, dedication, and passion for advancing the field of dermatology, laser, and aesthetic medicine. Together, we will continue to make remarkable strides in our journey towards excellence.
Warm Regards
Amr Rateb (MD,PhD), emeritus professor of dermatology and venereology, Cairo University. Licensed consultant of dermatology and venereology in Egypt, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Active member of EADV, IMCAS and ESDV. I have two private clinics in Cairo and a polyclinic in Hurghada Red Sea, Egypt.
Professor Firas Al-Niaimi is a highly experienced and respected consultant dermatologist with over 20 years of medical experience trained in some of the UK's top hospitals including the world-renowned St. John's Institute of Dermatology at St. Thomas’ hospital where he completed a prestigious laser and Mohs surgical fellowship there and continued to work as an honorary consultant for several years in addition to further advanced training in several laser centres in the USA.
In addition to his busy private practice in exclusive London areas he is involved in academic research and international teaching and training of doctors and has so far trained over a thousand doctors around the world in advanced laser treatments. He was awarded the Global Excellence Award for the title consultant dermatologist of the year twice in 2019 and 2022 for his services and commitment to dermatology and the laser field. In 2021 he was appointed Professor in dermatology and becomes the first and only Professor in laser dermatology in the UK and is therefore the face of UK laser dermatology around the world.
Dr. Reem Alneebari is a Senior Specialist Dermatologist with over a decade of enriching career experience in both clinical practice and academic realms. Her educational background includes earning her medical degree from the University College of Dublin, followed by her German Board Certification in Dermatology and Venerology from Hamburg. She later earned her Fellowship in Aesthetic Laser from the University of Greifswald.
Native in Arabic and fluent in English, and German, she has effectively engaged in professional roles across various countries. Her career highlights include serving as a Safety Laser Officer, Senior Specialist Dermatologist at the Ministry of Health, Kuwait, and Define Clinic, Kuwait. She has also held the position of Senior Medical Advisor at Nia Health, Berlin, Germany, where she worked in developing Digital Health solutions in the field of Dermatology. She worked as a Senior Medical Advisor at Med Group, Dubai, UAE.
Her contributions to research, especially in dermatological conditions like pemphigus vulgaris, have been significant. She has published research on the association with HLA-DRB1 in Egyptian and German pemphigus vulgaris patients and co-authored in the medical book “Comprehensive Clinical Plasma Medicine” Springer Publication.
Dr. Mohamed Ahmed- president of Regional Academy of Dermatology & Venerology. Dr. Ahmed is board certified dermatologist working as a consultant dermatologist Rashid Hospital - DAHC. He runs a busy dermatology clinic with a focus on clinical dermatology. Dr. Ahmed has 33 years’ experience in dermatology.
Published articles in medical journals throughout his career and also presents frequently on medical dermatology and involved in academic teaching of both medical students and residents.
Dermatopathologist & Director of Dermatopathalogy unit and head of the lab in Assad Alhamad dermatology center.
Consultant plastic surgeon, Program director for plastic surgery Program (KIMS), Clinical tutor at Kuwait University , German Board and fellow. (NRWF), Canadian fellow (UofT)
Consultant Dermatologist, Department of Dermatology, Al-Jahra Hospital. Assistant program director of Kuwaiti Board of Dermatology, KIMS, Kuwait.
Dr. Aisha Abdullah Al Ali is a highly qualified dermatologist, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Dermatology at Al Nahdha Hospital in Oman. She holds a medical degree from Sultan Qaboos University in Muscat, Oman, and completed her medical residency in Dermatology at McGill University in Montreal, QC from 2011 to 2016. In 2016 to 2017, she completed her Fellowship in Contact Dermatitis at McGill University as well. Aisha has gained a wealth of experience over the years, serving as a Dermatology Consultant at Al Nahda Hospital and as the President of the Oman Dermatology Society. She is also the Associate Program Director for the Dermatology Residency Program at the Oman Medical Specialty Board. With her extensive education and expertise, Aisha has become a well-respected figure in the field of dermatology, and her contributions to the industry have positively impacted countless patients.
Dr. Aqeel Muhanna, MD, FRCPC, is a Rheumatology Consultant in the Department of Medicine at Mubarak Al Kabeer General Hospital and is the Head of the Rheumatology Unit. He received his Doctor of Medicine (M.D) from Kuwait University, faculty of medicine in 2001. He completed his residency program in the specialty of internal medicine at the University of British Columbia in 2007. Then he completed his Fellowship in Adult Rheumatology at the same university in 2009. After this he joined the University of Toronto where he completed his fellowship programs in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Psoriatic arthritis.
Dr. Aqeel works in the Rheumatology Unit at Mubarak Al Kabeer teaching hospital. Dr. Aqeel shows big interest in education. He is the direct supervisor of different residency programs including General Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Physical therapy and Rehabilitation, Hematology, Neurology and Family Medicine. He is also a clinical tutor of the medical students of the Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Amina Al Obaidli, a Qatari dermatologist and venereologist, is dedicated to advancing patient care and medical knowledge. With an impressive educational background, she obtained her MBBS certificate from the School of Medicine & Medical Science at the Arabian Gulf University in Bahrain in 2002, receiving honors for two consecutive years.
Currently serving as a Senior Consultant in Dermatology & Venereology at Rumailah Hospital - Hamad Medical Corporation in Doha, Qatar, Dr. Al Obaidli is known for providing high-quality patient care, contributing to medical education, and shaping the strategic vision for patient care. Her commitment to continuous learning is evident through her active participation in national and international medical conferences and courses.
Dr. Al Obaidli is also certified by the Arab Board in Dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM). She is a certified core faculty and coach by the Dartmouth Institute, USA, in a Clinical Care Improvement Training Program (CCITP).
Throughout her career, Dr. Al Obaidli has been recognized for her contributions to the medical community. She has served as the Chief Resident of the Rumailah Dermatology and Venereology Department and received a Certificate of Recognition and Stars of Excellence.
In summary, Dr. Amina Al Obaidli is a distinguished figure in the field of dermatology and venereology. Her impressive background, dedication to patient care, commitment to education and research, and active involvement in medical conferences reflect her excellence and positive impact on healthcare in the region.
Dr Abdulhameed Alsarraf graduated from the University of Leeds with a bachelor of dental surgery followed by speciality training in Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology from The University of Western Australia. He achieved the Australian Board of Oral Medicine and became a fellow of the Oral Medicine Academy of Australasia. Dr Abdulhameed authored several chapters and articles in peer reviewed journals in the field of Oral Medicine and presented posters and lectures at national and international conferences. He authored the recently published handbook 'Oral Medicine Clinical Guide' demonstrating his step-by-step approach for diagnosing oral lesions. He recently completed a fellowship from The University of London where he was appointed as a Researcher and Honorary Lecturer in Oral Medicine until present. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and he was recently appointed as an external examiner in Oral Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He is the Scientific Committee Rapporteur of Kuwait Dental Association and is currently working in Kuwait as a specialist in Oral Medicine & Pathology.
PROFESSOR CHRISTOPHE BEDANE is professor and chairman of dermatology in the university hospital of DIJON in Burgundy since 2020. He was formerly graduated at the university of LIMOGES with a degree of MD in 1987. He was graduated as PhD in 1995 after a position of honorary research fellow in St John’s institute of dermatology in London (UK). He became professor of dermatology in 1998 and had a position of chaiman from 2002 to 2020 in the university hospital of Limoges.
He has two main fields of research in dermatology :
The first one concern auto immune bullous disorders and he has held a french nationl reference center in Limoges since 2006 he his particularly interested in mucous membrane pemphigoids and their treatment.
His second main fiel of expertise is photodynamic therapy of actinic keratosis and skin cancers.
He is the author of more than 150 publications, book chapters and the coordinator of a text book of dermatology for medical students. He is a member of most french, european and international societies of dermatology.
Yousef Dashti is from Kuwait, he earned his medical degree from the University Malta and Masters in Clinical Dermatology from King's College London where he developed a particular interest in the Skin Microbiome. He is currently working in Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital.
Dr. Jassem Bastaki is a practicing Head and Neck and Endocrine Pathologist, in Kuwait.
He completed his training in OMF Pathology and then Head, Neck and Endocrine pathology fellowship in 2012, in Pittsburgh USA.
During his training, he spent time and trained in UPMC, Vesiculobullous Dz Clinic and General Dermatology clinic and has been working directly with Dermatologists and dermatopathologists since.
His research interests is in salivary gland tumors; HPV and H&N cancer; and bone and soft tissue tumors in the head and neck and adnexal tumors.
Dr. Bastaki also sees patients in the clinic in Adan Dental Center once a week and Jabir Hospital ENT department.
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Chairman of skin and slim medical center, Certified Consultant Dermatology, Aesthetic Medicine, and Andrology, Abu Dhabi Since 2004 with (31)" years of professional medical experience. Chief of Dermatology , Aesthetic Medicine , and Andrology Unit in Al Salama Hospital – Abu Dhabi from September 2005 to 2014 , Chairperson of the Continuous Medical Education Program (CME) of Al salama Hospital since 2005 , Chairman of UAE Aesthetic medicine forum , A member of multiple reputable national and international organizations , Author for 5 books published in Middle East area , Speaker in different scientific activities and medical professional Conferences meeting since 1998 to present (225 scientific conferences and meetings) , Published different articles in Dermatology , Aesthetic Medicine and Andrology Nationally and Internationally.
Dr. Nouf Al Mutar graduated from Kuwait university then she joined Kuwaiti board of dermatology.
Currently she is a senior specialist dermatologist at Jaber Al Ahmad hospital.
She is a clinical tutor as well as a member of exam committee of Kuwaiti board of dermatology.
Dr. Nouf has a special interest in inflammatory skin disorders and she is in charge of psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa clinic at jaber al ahmad hospital.
Dr. Al mutar is a speaker in multiple educational lectures and conferences directed toward dermatologist and physicians from other subspecialities.
Dr. Khaled Al Nuaimi started his life in medicine in Al Ain Police medical services/UAE. He finished his police training in Abu Dhabi Police Academy as an officer and he became later on a medical director and acting chief of services in Al Ain Police Medical Services. After he finished his Arab Board of Dermatology and Venereology specialization, he moved on to TAWAM Hospital in Al Ain (the biggest tertiary referral center in UAE).
Later on he joined Al Ain Governmental Hospital/ Al Ain/ UAE and became consultant Dermatologist and the Chief of Dermatology service in the hospital.
He has been invited as a speaker and session head in many national & international Conferences, symposiums, and workshops.
In July 2015 he become the elected Vice president of Emirates Dermatology Society and in 2021 become the secretary general.
He is the founder & President of Middle East International Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine (MEIDAM) Conference & Association in Dubai/UAE.
His main interest is Advances in Dermato-immunology and laser fields.
Now he is concentrating on his private practice as a Consultant of Dermatology and Laser surgeon.
Dr. Al-Qahtani is an assistant professor at the College of medicine and health sciences in the UAE University, a National Institute of Health (NIH) scientist for numerous NIH grants for research and development. He is accredited with numerous scientific publications, patents and a longstanding member of the American Association of Immunologists. Dr. Al-Qahtani is an author of the book ‘Real World Skin Solutions, The Science of modern skincare’ that has been translated into many languages and the president and founder of AQ Skin Solutions Inc. one of the world’s leading medical aesthetics companies in the world.
An American board certified graduate of the Boston University/Tufts University dermatology program in the USA, Dr. Galadari completed a dermatologic surgery and laser fellowship in the University of California-San Francisco and is currently a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is a member of numerous committees in many international societies, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the Secretary General of the International Society of Dermatology as well as the former Secretary General of the International League of Dermatological Societies, a body that represents 200,000 dermatologists worldwide.
He is currently an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences of United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) with a main area of interest is cosmetic dermatology, particularly the field of soft tissue augmentation. He has lectured in numerous international congresses, published in many peer reviewed journals, authored book chapters as well as a best-selling book, Soft Tissue Augmentation: Principles and Practice, which was translated into Turkish, Spanish, Portuguese and Chinese.
Aseel Alibrahim is a specialist in psychiatry division of general psychiatry and women mental health in kuwait center for mental health (kcmh) and maternity hospital. She graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University. She did her Psychiatry residency training in Kuwait. Then, she joined the University of Toronto, where she did her training in Women psychiatry. Currently, she works as head unit, and as an assistant to program director of psychiatry.
Consultant and assistant professor of dermatology at Qassim University, Saudi Arabia with interest in nail disorders and surgery
H.E Abdulla Bin Souqat has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to public service and leadership roles in various government and medical organizations. With a diverse educational background and extensive experience in healthcare management and administration, he has played pivotal roles in shaping healthcare services in Dubai and the UAE. As a member of the Board of Trustees and Executive Director of the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Medical Science, he continues to make valuable contributions to the fields of healthcare and medical science.
H.E Abdulla Bin Souqat has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to public service and leadership roles in various government and medical organizations. With a diverse educational background and extensive experience in healthcare management and administration, he has played pivotal roles in shaping healthcare services in Dubai and the UAE. As a member of the Board of Trustees and Executive Director of the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Medical Science, he continues to make valuable contributions to the fields of healthcare and medical science.
His dedication extends to various committees and activities during his tenure at DHA; He served as the Chairman of the Events and Conferences Committee at DHA, Chairman of the Executive Committee responsible for establishing Dubai Ambulance Services and many others.
He also served on several boards and committees; Board Member of the Dubai Health Authority and Board Member of the Sheikh Hamdan Award for Medical Services, and a Committee Member of the Dubai National Registration Committee. As a Board Member, he contributed to the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children. He also served as the Chairman of the UAE Motor Sport Federation and the Secretary General of the National Anti-Doping Committee.
Dr. Abeer Alsarheed, MD, FRCPC, FAAD obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She completed residency training in Dermatology at McGill University, Montreal, Canada. After residency, Dr. Alsarheed completed subspecialty training in Rheumatologic Dermatology at Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA. Dr. Alsarheed is currently a specialist in Dermatology at Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital in Kuwait.
Dr. Amer Ali Almohssen is dual American-Board-Certified Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist. He completed his Dermatology residency training in The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers. He then went on to complete his advanced fellowship training in Dermatopathology at the State University of New York and The Ackerman Academy in Manhattan. Dr. Almohssen is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and also a Fellow of the American Society of Dermatopathology. He has over 16 years of clinical, academic, and administrative experience spanning the globe including the US, Canada, the Middle East, and Singapore.
His main research fields include skin oncology, early diagnosis of melanoma, dermoscopy, skin surgery and nail diseases. He has published more than 500 peer-reviewed scientific articles in international journals, is the co-editor of four books published in several languages and co-author of more than 25 books. He has lectured at many international meetings, is a member of the executive board of the International Dermoscopy Society, a past member of the board and treasurer of the French Society of Dermatology.Dr. Almohssen has won many teaching and research awards and has numerous publications in the fields of medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. He continues to receive invitation to present his work in different international academic dermatology meetings all over the globe and he continues to compassionately gives back to the field of dermatology by donating his time and energy in training dermatologists and pathologists locally and internationally.
As one of the very few dermatopathologists in the region, Dr. Almohssen will be able to provide dermatology patients at Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine with world-class diagnostic skin pathology that can give patients the best possible patient- centered therapeutic and aesthetic results.
Consultant Dermatologist & Dermatopathologist. Graduated Arab board and European board in dermatology and venereology. Fellowship in Complex Medical dermatology at Mount Sinai hospital, New york. Fellowship in Dermatopathology at Mount Sinai hospital, New York. Editorial Board member in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Head of Dermatology in salmaniya medical complex. President of BDLA conference in Bahrain. President of Bahrain Dermatology Society, Member of the international society of Dermatology and Member of the American Academy of Dermatology. Affiliate assistant Professor of Dermatology in Medical University of South Carolina, USA.
Senior Specialist in dermatology department mubarak Alkabeer Hospital And Dar Albara Medical Centre
Dr. Abeer Alsarheed, MD, FRCPC, FAAD obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She completed residency training in Dermatology at McGill University, Montreal, Canada. After residency, Dr. Alsarheed completed subspecialty training in Rheumatologic Dermatology at Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA. Dr. Alsarheed is currently a specialist in Dermatology at Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital in Kuwait.
A Board-certified Dermatologist and active-speaking member of multiple international Anti-Aging and Aesthetic societies and academies. Including the Saudi Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, the Swiss Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine, the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
Dr. Sogair has published articles translated into many languages, including Italian and Portuguese. Reuters described his findings in Anti-Aging Dermatology as a “breakthrough”. He is currently the only representative of Saudi Arabia and the GCC in the World Congress of Aesthetic Medicine.
Dr. Marco Cerrano is an internationally renowned expert and trainer for injectables, he works in Lausanne and Zürich, Switzerland; he is a co-owner of Entourage Clinic in Lausanne. He is the founder of the Shapes & Shader (R) project and an international speaker and trainer for Merz Aesthetics and Sinclair.
He dedicated the last 10 years in understanding the facial reshaping with injectables, starting from the assessment, passing through the anatomy and then the techniques in order to achieve the best natural looking results with a touch of artistry; He loves to play with lights and shadows in order to change the perception of a face and creating a incredible make-up like effect. He has travelled the world teaching his special techniques with a lot of appreciation from all his colleagues.
Dr Marco Cerrano is a member of the Swiss Society of Aesthetic Medicine SSME.
Luc Thomas, MD, PhD, was board certified in dermatology in 1989 at Lyon 1 University. He was trained as a post-doctoral fellow at Harvard Medical School in 1990 and 1991, and obtained his PhD degree at Lyon 1 University in 1993. He became full professor of dermatology in 1996, first class professor in dermatology in 2009, outstanding class professor in dermatology in 2015, and chairman of the department of dermatology of Lyon 1 University - Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud in 2003. He obtained his board certification in clinical oncology in 2013
His main research fields include skin oncology, early diagnosis of melanoma, dermoscopy, skin surgery and nail diseases. He has published more than 500 peer-reviewed scientific articles in international journals, is the co-editor of four books published in several languages and co-author of more than 25 books. He has lectured at many international meetings, is a member of the executive board of the International Dermoscopy Society, a past member of the board and treasurer of the French Society of Dermatology.
Professor Martin Steinhoff received his MD and PhD from Germany. Über is Chairman, Dept. of Dermatology, Director of the Dermatology Institute and Director of the Translational Research Institute at Hamad Medical Corporation, Qatar. He is Full-Professor at Weill-Cornell Medicine-New York, USA, Weill-Cornell Medicine-Qatar, and Qatar-University, and holds board certificates in Dermatology, Venereology, Phlebology and Allergy. His fields of interest are inflammatory skin diseases, translational medicine and -omics technology. His research has been funded with >60 Mio Euro, he published 260 peer-reviewed articles (IF>1,500; H-index 87), 40 book chapters.
He holds numerous patents, and was PI on various clinical trials. Prof Steinhoff received various prestigious international research awards, was on board-of-directors of European Society of Dermatology Research, and is honorary member of several Societies for Dermatology.
Ayman El-Attar is a world renowned Aesthetic Physician and surgeon. He is the President of the American Aesthetic Association. He founded Derma Laser Centers of New Jersey established in October 2002. He graduated from Alexandria Medical School with honors in 1987. He completed residencies in both General Surgery and Family Medicine, and obtained a Masters Degree of surgery in 1992. He was an assistant lecturer of Surgery at Alexandria University, and a visiting instructor of Surgery at the Medical College of Ohio. He then finalized his Ph.D. thesis in 1998. Dr. El-Attar has described the TOPAL procedure for office tumescent power assisted laser liposuction in 2009. He has several publications in the most reputable medical and surgical journals. He had taught physicians both in USA and in over 30 other countries about recent advances in aesthetic medicine and surgery.