IUCC 2025 brings cutting-edge medical insight
The fifth edition of the Interdisciplinary Urology Care Consortium – IUCC 2025 officially opened on Saturday in Dubai, bringing together over 80 speakers, 30+ participating companies, and 800+ healthcare professionals from across the Middle East.
Under the theme 'Transcending Therapies, Driving Technologies,' IUCC 2025 focuses on the critical integration of AI technologies in urology and the broader medical spectrum.
The event is poised to lead conversations on the intersection of cutting-edge innovation and clinical excellence in areas such as Uro-Oncology, Kidney Care, Men's Health, and Robotic-Assisted Surgery.
Dr. Yasser Farahat, IUCC Co-Chair, Vice President of the Société Internationale d'Urologie (SIU), Immediate Past President of the Urological Association of Asia (UAA), and Executive Director of the Arab Association of Urology (AAU) UAE, emphasised: 'IUCC 2025 stands as a testament to our deep conviction that patient care must go beyond treating diseases in isolation. It requires a holistic understanding of each individual case and a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach.'
Through innovation, constructive dialogue, and the sharing of expertise, IUCC 2025 is driving tangible improvements in clinical practice, enhancing patients' quality of life, and reducing the broader socio-economic burden. We are proud to see IUCC 2025 reaffirm its role as a dynamic platform that inspires transformative discussions and fosters true collaboration.'
The agenda for IUCC 2025 this year includes; 7 Scientific Sessions covering topics such as emerging therapies, urogynecology, and family medicine, 5+ Hands-on Workshops led by global experts, 25+ Poster Presentations showcasing recent research breakthroughs, 14 CME Credits accredited by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Interactive AI-driven education tools and Virtual/Augmented Reality applications and showcases of pioneering technologies from top-tier urology solution providers.
Reflecting on the significance of the event, Dr. Abdulsalam AlMadani, Chairman of INDEX Holding, said: 'We are proud to organise IUCC, a platform that reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing healthcare dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dubai has firmly established itself as a global magnet for specialized medical events, thanks to its world-class infrastructure, innovation-driven ecosystem, and visionary leadership.
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