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2nd Emirates Diabetes Educators Society Conference 2026 (DES2026)

DES2026, the 2nd Emirates Diabetes Educators Society Conference, is a regional educational event focused on advancing diabetes education, prevention, and patient-centered management. The conference brings together diabetes educators, physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and other healthcare specialists to share the latest evidence, clinical practices, and innovations in diabetes care.

2 daysProgram duration

Conference Overview

DES2026, the 2nd Emirates Diabetes Educators Society Conference, is a regional educational event focused on advancing diabetes education, prevention, and patient-centered management. The conference brings together diabetes educators, physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and other healthcare specialists to share the latest evidence, clinical practices, and innovations in diabetes care.

DES2026, the 2nd Emirates Diabetes Educators Society Conference, is a dedicated educational platform bringing together healthcare professionals involved in diabetes prevention, education, treatment, and long-term patient management. The conference focuses on the latest developments in diabetes care, including advances in diabetes technologies, patient education approaches, clinical management strategies, and multidisciplinary models of care. It provides an opportunity for diabetes educators, physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and other specialists to exchange knowledge and share practical experiences from clinical practice. Through expert-led sessions, scientific discussions, and interactive learning opportunities, participants can explore evidence-based approaches for improving diabetes outcomes and supporting patients in self-management. The conference also encourages collaboration and networking among professionals working to strengthen diabetes education and healthcare delivery across the UAE and the wider region.

What you'll learn

Understand the critical role of a multidisciplinary team in optimizing diabetes care and patient outcomes.
Identify and apply advanced diabetes technologies, including insulin pumps and CGM systems.
Evaluate evidence-based strategies for managing pediatric diabetes and supporting families.
Develop comprehensive education plans for patients with diabetes and co-morbidities like obesity.
Analyze the specific challenges and management protocols for patients fasting during Ramadan.

Conference Content

4 Modules • Detailed Clinical Curriculum
  • Team-Based Approaches

    Exploring the synergy between educators, nurses, dietitians, and physicians in diabetes management.

  • Patient-Centered Education

    Strategies for empowering patients through structured self-management education.

  • Insulin Pump Therapy

    Latest advancements and training protocols for insulin pump management.

  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)

    Integrating CGM data into daily clinical practice and patient education.

  • Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Children

    Specialized care approaches for pediatric patients and their families.

  • Transitioning to Adult Care

    Best practices for transitioning adolescents with diabetes to adult healthcare settings.

  • Diabetes and Ramadan

    Guidelines and educational strategies for patients fasting during Ramadan.

  • Obesity Management

    Addressing the intersection of obesity and diabetes through lifestyle and clinical interventions.

Key Features

Pre-Congress Technology Workshop focusing on the latest diabetes devices. Expert faculty comprising regional and international endocrinologists and educators. In-depth sessions on pediatric diabetes and obesity management. Networking opportunities with leading healthcare professionals in the UAE. Aligned with World Diabetes Day initiatives.
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Main Conference PackageRegular fee—USD 165
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Conference Speakers

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Scientific Committee

Dr. Sumaya Al Blooshi
Dr. Sumaya Al Blooshi
President of the Emirates Nursing Association (ENA), Director of Nursing
Dr. Mohammed Al Houqani
Dr. Mohammed Al Houqani
Consultant Respirologist
Dr. Abeer AlBlooshi
Dr. Abeer AlBlooshi
Nursing Consultant & Executive Nursing Director
Dr. Amer Ahmad Sharif
Dr. Amer Ahmad Sharif
CEO
Mrs. Yuser Hamad
Mrs. Yuser Hamad
Head Nurse
Prof. Nabeel Al-Yateem
Prof. Nabeel Al-Yateem
Professor and Chair, Nursing Department
Ms. Samia Ali
Ms. Samia Ali
Pediatric Diabetes Educator Nurse
Dr. Zainab Al-Abadla
Dr. Zainab Al-Abadla
President, Senior Diabetes Clinical Care Specialist / Diabetes Educator
Prof. Mohamed Hassanein
Prof. Mohamed Hassanein
Chair of Diabetes and Ramadan (DAR), Consultant Endocrinology
Dr. Nidal Khader
Dr. Nidal Khader
Senior Charge Nurse
Mrs. Khwlah Shtayat
Mrs. Khwlah Shtayat
Certified Health Educator, Diabetes Educator
Mrs. Sijomol Skaria
Mrs. Sijomol Skaria
Certified Diabetes Educator
Dr. Mohammed Khalifa
Dr. Mohammed Khalifa
Senior Diabetes & Obesity Educator
Mrs. Rola Fakhri
Mrs. Rola Fakhri
Senior Clinical Dietitian / Diabetic Educator
Ms. Iman Abdalla
Ms. Iman Abdalla
Certified Health Educator
Ms. Manar Abu Asaba
Ms. Manar Abu Asaba
Diabetes Educator / Specialist Diabetes Educator
Mrs. Lina Majd
Mrs. Lina Majd
Charge Nurse & Diabetes Educator
Dr. Tomader Ali
Dr. Tomader Ali
Fellow & Project Lead – Clinical Research
Dr. Muhaned Attaulah
Dr. Muhaned Attaulah
Senior Director of Clinical Operations
Dr. Asmahan Abdalla
Dr. Asmahan Abdalla
Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist
Mrs. Hana Ibrahim
Mrs. Hana Ibrahim
Co-Chair | Certified Diabetes Educator
Ms. Fatmeh Abu Rub
Ms. Fatmeh Abu Rub
Health Educator & Public Health Specialist
Dr. Elamin Abdelgadir
Dr. Elamin Abdelgadir
Endocrinologist
Dr. Asma Deeb
Dr. Asma Deeb
Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist, Chair of Paediatric Endocrinology Division
Dr. Khadija Hafidh
Dr. Khadija Hafidh
Consultant Physician and Diabetologist
Dr. Nandu KS Thalange
Dr. Nandu KS Thalange
Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist
Ms. Faten Bayado
Ms. Faten Bayado
Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator
Dr. Natacha Ajaka
Dr. Natacha Ajaka
Senior Clinical Dietitian and Healthcare Leader
Ms. Mai Yagi
Ms. Mai Yagi
Certified Diabetes Educator
Ms. May Abu Galala
Ms. May Abu Galala
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Dr. Targ Elgzyri
Dr. Targ Elgzyri
Senior Consultant in Endocrinology and Diabetes
Dr. Aqeel Ahmed Farooque
Dr. Aqeel Ahmed Farooque
Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist
Dr. Hussain Alsaffar
Dr. Hussain Alsaffar
Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist

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Zainab Al-Abadla
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