Abu Dhabi: The Mediclinic Abu Dhabi Annual Cancer Conference will be held on Saturday under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and with the support of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH).

In its second edition, the conference aims to bring together subject matter experts in the field of oncology to present the latest developments and exchange knowledge on numerous topics regarding cancer diagnosis, treatment and its management.

The conference will feature 18 speakers who are specialists in medical oncology, general and breast surgery, reproductive medicine and infertility, radiology, nuclear medicine, urology, psychology, and clinical dietetics.

After the conference, participants will gain further insights into the recent advancements in screening and management of breast cancer, multidisciplinary approaches to oncological emergencies and gastrointestinal cancer, urogynaecological cancers, and the importance of providing multidisciplinary supportive care in oncology.

The conference offers 6.5 accredited hours of Continued Medical Education by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi.