The 11th edition of Gastro Abu Dhabi: International GI Conference 2025 Blog 12-9-2025 – 13-9-2025 The 11th Edition of Gastro Abu Dhabi: International GI Conference 2025 was held from September 12th to 13th, 2025, at the Bab Al Qasr Hotel, Abu Dhabi, offering an intensive platform to master the complexities of modern gastroenterology and hepatology. Presented by NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi, this prestigious event, offering 14 CME credits, gathered leading regional and international experts to dissect the full spectrum of digestive health, from foundational endoscopic techniques to the vanguard of digital and surgical innovation.
Day One opened with a focused exploration of upper GI disorders, featuring updates on Helicobacter pylori management and advanced endoscopic evaluation of Barrett’s Esophagus. The sessions seamlessly transitioned into the core of procedural expertise. The Lower GI segment provided a masterclass in colonoscopy, covering approaches to difficult procedures, basic polypectomy, and advanced Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) techniques. The Biliary session offered critical insights into the management of dilated CBD, complex stone extraction, and ERCP complications, bridging diagnostic dilemmas with therapeutic solutions. The afternoon’s agenda highlighted the role of advanced imaging with Image Enhanced Endoscopy and a dedicated Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) symposium, which integrated lifestyle strategies, endoscopic evaluation, and the latest medical therapies. The day concluded with a visionary presentation on Artificial Intelligence in Gastroenterology by Prof. Prateek Sharma from the USA, setting a forward-looking tone for the future of the specialty.
Day Two pivoted to hepatology and pancreaticobiliary frontiers, beginning with modern therapeutic approaches to Hepatitis B, the evolving role of pharmacotherapy in MAFLD (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease), and strategies to prevent decompensation in cirrhosis. The focus then shifted to pancreatic disorders and the expanding horizons of Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), covering topics from optimizing biopsy yield to its broadening diagnostic and therapeutic applications. A hallmark of the conference was the Live Endoscopic Transmission broadcast directly from the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology in Hyderabad, India. These real-time demonstrations, featuring world- renowned experts like Dr. Amit Maydeo and Dr. Nageshwar Reddy, showcased groundbreaking procedures including endoscopic suturing, full-thickness resections, and the management of complex complications, providing an unparalleled virtual masterclass in advanced interventional endoscopy.
By expertly weaving together foundational clinical updates, hands-on procedural education, and live demonstrations of frontier techniques, the 11th Gastro Abu Dhabi conference provided an exceptional educational experience. It successfully reinforced its position as an indispensable annual forum for advancing endoscopic skill, clinical knowledge, and collaborative innovation in gastroenterology across the Middle East and beyond.
