Welcome Message
Welcome To 3rd Emirates
International Colorectal Congress
Dear Colleagues, Esteemed Members, and Honored Guests,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 3rd Emirates International Colorectal Congress, to be held from 14–16 November 2025 at the distinguished Raffles hotel, Dubai.
Building on the success of our previous editions, this year’s congress is set to be an exceptional gathering of thought leaders, specialists, and practitioners in colorectal surgery from across the globe. Our shared goal is to foster meaningful dialogue, encourage collaboration, and advance clinical practice in a setting that promotes academic excellence.
The scientific program has been meticulously developed to reflect the latest advancements and pressing topics in our field. Highlights include a Masterclass in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, as well as dedicated sessions on Rectal & Colon Cancer, Metastatic Colorectal Cancer, and Benign Colorectal Disorders. We will also spotlight important subjects such as Organ Preservation in Rectal Cancer, Anastomotic Leaks, and Coloproctology.
Additionally, we are pleased to offer sessions on Pelvic Floor Disorders and the transformative role of Robotic Surgery in modern colorectal practice. Our Video Sessions, presented by internationally renowned experts, will provide invaluable insights into surgical techniques, innovations, and real-world challenges.
Whether you are a seasoned clinician, a trainee, or a healthcare professional with a vested interest in colorectal care, this congress is designed to provide a platform for learning, exchange, and professional growth.
We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai for what promises to be a highly enriching and inspiring event.
Dr. Sara Albastaki
Congress President & ESCRS President
Building on the success of previous editions, the 3rd Emirates International Colorectal Congress will take place from 14–16 November 2025 at the prestigious Raffles Hotel, Dubai. This year’s event will again bring together global thought leaders, specialists, and practitioners in colorectal surgery. Our shared goal remains to foster meaningful dialogue, encourage collaboration, and advance clinical practice in a setting that promotes academic excellence.
The scientific program has been carefully curated to reflect the latest advancements and key topics in the field. Highlights include a Masterclass in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, along with sessions on Rectal & Colon Cancer, Metastatic Colorectal Cancer, and Benign Colorectal Disorders. We will also cover important subjects such as Organ Preservation in Rectal Cancer, Anastomotic Leaks, Coloproctology, Pelvic Floor Disorders, and the evolving role of Robotic Surgery. Expert-led video sessions will offer valuable insights into surgical techniques and real-world challenges.
Our committee members
Our Committee
Congress President
Dr. Sara Albastaki
Organizing Committee Chairperson
Dr. Fadel Shabeeb
Scientific Committee Chairperson
Dr. Faek El Jamali
Organizing Committee Members
Scientific Committee Members
Program at a Glance:
Register Now- ✅ Colon Cancer
- ✅ Rectal Cancer
- ✅ Anastomotic Leak
- ✅ IBD Masterclass Endorsed By ECCO
- ✅ Organ Preservation In Rectal Cancer
- ✅ Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- ✅ Proctology
- ✅ Pelvic Floor
- ✅ Trauma in Colorectal Surgery
- ✅ Benign Colorectal Diseases
- ✅ Robotic Surgery in Colorectal
- ✅ Video Sessions in Colorectal Surgery
- ✅ Session with Saudi Society of Colorectal Surgery
Program Details
| Time | Event | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Registration | |
| 09:00 - 10:20 | Session 1: Global IBD | |
| 09:00 - 09:20 | ECCO Guidelines: Why We Must Use Them? | Sara El Ouali |
| 09:20 - 09:40 | Can Early Surgery Change the Disease Course in IBD? | Antonio Spenalli |
| 09:40 - 10:00 | MDT in IBD Surgery | Ahmed Sultan |
| 10:00 - 10:20 | Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocols in IBD | Mahdi Al-Taher |
| 10:20 – 10:40 | Morning Coffee Break | |
| 10:40 - 12:00 | Opening Ceremony Program | |
| 10:40 - 10:42 | United Arab Emirates National Anthem | |
| 10:42 – 10:45 | Introduction by Master of Ceremony | |
| 10:45 - 10:47 | Opening Ceremony: Dr. Sara Al Bastaki (UAE) - ESCRS President & E-ICRC Chair | |
| 10:47 - 10:50 | Keynote Speaker: H.E. Dr. Amin Al Amiri (Assistant Undersecretary for the Health Regulation Sector, UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention) | |
| 10:50 - 11:30 | Appreciation and Awards | |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | Exhibition Tour | |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break & Friday Prayer | |
| 14:00 - 15:20 | Session 2 - Abdominal Crohn’s Disease | |
| 14:00 - 14:20 | Emergencies in Crohn's Disease: When Not to Operate? | Mattias Soop |
| 14:20 - 14:40 | Peri-Operative Optimization of Patients With IBD: What is the Evidence? | Alaa El-Hussuna |
| 14:40 – 15:00 | Type of Anastomosis in Crohn’s Disease Surgery, Does It Matter? | Nasir Al Sanea |
| 15:00 - 15:20 | Open, Laparoscopic, or Robotic Resection : Does It Make a Difference? | Pär Myrelid |
| 15:20 - 15:40 | Coffee Break | |
| 15:40 – 17:20 | Session 3 - Surgical Management of Ulcerative Colitis | |
| 15:40 – 16:00 | Timing of Intervention: When to Operate and When to Wait? Acute Versus Elective | Pär Myrelid |
| 16:00 - 16:20 | Role of Mesenteric Excision in Ulcerative Colitis | Ahmed Kemmou |
| 16:20 - 16:40 | One, Two or Three Stages Restorative Proctocolectomy | Omar Faiz |
| 16:40 - 17:00 | Pouch Surgery: When Not to Perform IPAA? | Abdel Rahman Omer |
| 17:00 - 17:20 | Management of Pouchitis After IPAA | Jamil Akhras |
| 17:20 - 18:20 | Session 4 - Fistulizing Crohn’s Disease | |
| 17:20 - 17:40 | The Diagnostic Work Up of Perineal Crohn’s Disease | Ayman Sakr |
| 17:40 - 18:00 | Management of Complex Perianal Fistula in Crohn’s Disease | Toufic Ata |
| 18:00 - 18:20 | Advanced Cellular Therapy for Perianal Fistula | Antonino Spinelli |
| Time | Event | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 10:10 | Session 1 - Anastomotic Leak | |
| 08:30 - 08:50 | Definition and Reporting of Anastomotic Leak | Patricia Sylla |
| 09:10 - 09:30 | The Truth About Anastomotic Leak: Prediction, Treatment, And Stoma-free Survival | Geerard Beets |
| 09:10 - 09:30 | Prevention Strategies for Anastomotic Leak (Pre-op, Intra-op, Post-op) | Patricia Sylla |
| 09:30 - 09:50 | Role of ICG Perfusion Imaging in the Prevention of Anastomotic Leaks: What is the Truth? | Mahdi Al-Taher |
| 09:50 - 10:10 | Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Patient Recovery and Outcomes | Sami Chadi |
| 10:10 - 10:50 | Video Session 2 - Tips & Tricks in IBD Surgery | |
| 10:10 - 10:20 | Recurrent Abdominal Crohn’s Disease | Mattias Soop |
| 10:20 - 10:30 | Tackling the Difficult Mesentery in Crohn’s Disease | Dr. Faek El Jamali |
| 10:30 - 10:40 | Restorative Proctocolectomy | Omar Faiz |
| 10:40 – 10:50 | Anastomosis in Crohn’s Disease Surgery | Nasir Al Sanea |
| 10:50 - 11:10 | Coffee Break | |
| 11:10 – 12:30 | Session 3 - Rectal Cancer | |
| 11:10 - 11:30 | Considerations in the Management of Early Rectal Cancer | Issam Al Najami |
| 11:30 - 11:50 | Robotic Rectal Resections: What is the Benefit? | Seon-Hahn Kim |
| 11:50 - 12:10 | Escalation and De-Escalation Strategies for Neoadjuvant Therapy(NAT) in Rectal Cancer | Per J Nilsson |
| 12:10 - 12:30 | Refining Your Approach to Lateral Pelvic Lymph Nodes: Practical Tips, Techniques, and Challenges | Gyu Seog Choi |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break | |
| 13:40 - 14:50 | Session 4 - Organ Preservation in Rectal Cancer | |
| 13:30 - 13:50 | Watch and Wait: Cost and QOL Considerations | Issam Al Najami |
| 13:50 - 14:10 | Defining a Complete Clinical Response: Case Presentations | Rodrigo Perez |
| 14:10 - 14:30 | Managing Near-Complete Response | Shafik Sidani |
| 14:30 - 14:50 | Recurrence After Complete Response: Now What? | Geerard Beets |
| 14:50 - 16:10 | Session 5 - Metastatic Colon Cancer | |
| 14:50 - 15:10 | Considerations in Peritoneal Carcinomatosis for the Acute Care Surgeon | Dr. Faek El Jamali |
| 15:10 - 15:30 | Neoadjuvant PIPAC for Peritoneal Metastases | Mohammad Al Yami |
| 15:30 - 15:50 | Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for Peritoneal Metastasis: Where Do We Stand? | Haile Mahteme |
| 15:50 - 16:10 | Liver Transplantation for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: An Update | Giuseppe Iuppa |
| 16:10 - 16:30 | Afternoon Coffee Break | |
| 16:30 - 17:50 | Session 6 - Saudi Society of Colorectal Surgery Session | |
| 16:30 - 16:50 | Surgical Approaches for the Treatment of Acute Diverticulitis | Ohoud Al Amoudi |
| 16:50 - 17:10 | Surgical Management of Acute Clostridioides Difficile Colitis: Total Abdominal Colectomy Versus Diverting Loop Ileostomy | Ahmad Zubaidi |
| 17:10 - 17:30 | Parastomal Hernia: Incidence and Prevention Strategies | Khalid Resini |
| 17:30 - 17:50 | Parastomal Hernia Management: Is There a Gold Standard? | Aisha Abdulrahman |
| Time | Event | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 10:00 | Session 1 | |
| 08:30 - 08:50 | Anatomy and Physiology - Types of Stoma | Dr. Monis Ahmed |
| 08:50 - 09:10 | Colostomy vs. Ileostomy | Krizia Delos Trinos |
| 09:10 - 09:30 | Pre-op Patient Education & Preparation | Yasmin AlHirey |
| 09:30 - 09:50 | The Importance of the Pre-op Stoma Site Marking | Nimfa Buizon |
| 09:50 - 10:00 | Panel's Opinion & Discussion | |
| 10:00- 10:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 10:30 - 12:00 | Session 2 | |
| 10:30 - 10:50 | Patient Assessment- Post-op | Stephanie Guitguit |
| 10:50 - 11:10 | Nutrition Guide for Stoma Patients | Sreela Nair |
| 11:10 - 11:30 | How to Care for a Stoma Patient Post Operatively | Mary Anne Pueyo |
| 11:30 - 11:50 | High Out-put Stoma Management | Sreela Nair |
| 11:50 - 12:00 | Panel's Opinion & Discussion | |
| 12:00- 13:00 | Session 3 | |
| 12:00-12:20 | Stoma Complications & Management | Slav Noaman |
| 12:20-12:40 | Product Overview- How to Create a Stoma Product Prescription for Your Patient | Cassie Purvey |
| 12:50 - 13:00 | Panel's Opinion & Discussion | |
| 13:05 - 14:15 | Lunch Break | |
| Session 4 | ||
| 14:15 - 14:35 | Psychological Support for Stoma Patients | Dr. Habib Abdullah |
| 14:35 - 15:15 | Patient Voice | Firoza Family (super stoma) Petrina Barber |
| 15:30 - 15:45 | Panel's Opinion & Discussion | |
| 15:45 - 16:10 | Coffee Break | |
| 16:10 - 17:50 | Session 5 - Workshop | |
| 16:10 - 16:40 | How to Site Mark a Stoma? | |
| 16:40 - 17:10 | Basic Stoma Care and Pouching | |
| 17:10 - 17:40 | How to Manage Complications | |
| 17:40 - 17:50 | Panel's Opinion & Discussion |
| Time | Event | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:50 | Session 1 - Pelvic Floor | |
| 08:30 - 08:50 | Lessons Learned From 2 Decades of Pelvic Floor Surgery: The Dos and Don'ts | Andre D'Hoore |
| 08:50 - 09:10 | Current Management of Rectal Prolapse: Is There a Gold Standard? | Anders Mellgren |
| 09:10 - 09:30 | Recurrent Rectal Prolapse: Now What? | Andre D'Hoore |
| 09:30 - 09:50 | Role Of Multidisciplinary Approach To Pelvic Floor Disorders | Anders Mellgren |
| 09:50- 10:10 | Morning Coffee Break | |
| 10:10 – 12:00 | Session 2 - Coloproctology | |
| 10:10 - 10:25 | Current Strategies For Anal Fistula Management: Traditional Versus Minimally Invasive Techniques | Labib Al Ozaibi |
| 10:25 - 10:40 | Fecal Incontinence: From Sphincteroplasty, Injectable Bulking Agents to Sacral Neuromodulation | Carlo Ratto |
| 10:40 - 10:55 | Anal Fissure Treatment Revisited: To Cut Or To Inject? | Hadiel Kaiyasah |
| 10:55 - 11:10 | The Surgical Approach to Obstructive Defecation: Who Benefits and Who Doesn’t? | Carlo Ratto |
| 11:10 – 12:30 | Session 3 - Colon Cancer | |
| 11:10 - 11:30 | Neoadjuvant Therapy for Locally Advanced Colon Cancer: When is ChemoRT the Preferred Approach? | Patrizia Porcu |
| 11:30 - 11:50 | Neoadjuvant Therapy for Locally Advanced Colon Cancer: When is Chemotherapy the Preferred Approach? | Shaheenah Dawood |
| 11:50 - 12:10 | Management of MMR-Deficient Colon Cancer With Locally Advanced Disease | Rodrigo Perez |
| 12:10 - 12:30 | Fluorescence Guided Surgery in Colorectal Cancer: Hope or Hype? | Hye Jin Kim |
| 12:30 – 14:50 | Session 4 - Transanal Surgery | |
| 12:30 - 12:50 | TTSS: A Powerful Tool to Prevent Anastomotic Leak | Antonino Spinelli |
| 12:50 - 13:50 | Lunch Break | |
| 13:50 - 14:10 | TAMIS : Indications and Techniques | Rodrigo Perez |
| 14:10 - 14:30 | TATME: Fading Away or Here to Stay | Patricia Sylla |
| 14:30 - 14:50 | Turnbull Cutait: An Option to Salvage Anastomosis After a Leak? | Sami Chadi |
| 14:50 - 15:10 | Afternoon Coffee Break | |
| 15:10 – 17:05 | Session 5 - Robotics | |
| 15:10 - 15:30 | Robotic Colorectal Surgery: Where is the Value? | Amjad Parvaiz |
| 15:30 - 15:50 | Robotic Pelvic Exenterations and Beyond TME Resections | Seon-Hahn Kim |
| 15:50 - 16:10 | Choosing the Optimal Robotic Platform for Rectal Cancer Surgery: Single-port or Multi-port ? | Gyu Seog Choi |
| 16:10 - 16:30 | Robotic CME for Right Colon Cancer: Do or Don’t | Hye Jin Kim |
| 16.30 - 16.50 | Robotic Resection for Diverticular Disease: Outcomes, Advantages, and Challenges | Fredrik Hjern |
| 16.50 - 17.05 | Video session : Transforming Pelvic Reconstructions: Robotic Precision at Every Plane | Ahmed Allawi |
| 17:05 – 18:05 | Session 6 - Artificial Intelligence in Surgery | |
| 17:05 - 17:20 | AI in Surgery: what Surgeons Need to Know | Alaa El-Hussuna |
| 17:20 - 17:35 | Data-Driven Models for Postoperative Complications | Vang Le |
| 17:35 - 17:50 | Harnessing Large Language Models (ChatGPT, DeepSeek...): How to Use These Powerful Tools in Surgery? | Amir Safavi-Naini |
| 17:50 - 18:05 | AI-Driven Analysis of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery: Enhancing Performance and Precision | Andreas Mogelmose |
| 18:05 | Closing Remarks | Dr. Zakir K. Mohamed and Faculty |
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