N ICA ME ER D M IC A A Global Medicine: L B A A S R S A O L Fostering Connections and C A I A N T O I I O T N A N Enriching Experiences 1975 NAAMA 31st International Medical Convention EGYPT 2018 DECEMBER 27, 2018 - JANUARY 1, 2019 The Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino CAIRO, EGYPT In Collaboration with: The Egyptian American Medical Society (EAMS) Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine, Cairo NAAMA's 31st International Medical Convention Committee Ahlan wa Sahlan ... Welcome Mouhanad Hammami, MD, MHSA It is with great pleasure that we invite you on behalf of the National Convention Co Chair Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) to join us at our Elias Tawil, MD, FACS 31st International Medical Convention in Cairo, Egypt: “Fostering Convention Co Chair Connections and Enriching Experiences in the Era of Global Medicine”. Rouba Ali-Fehmi, MD NAAMA President NAAMA conventions and scientific symposia traditionally offer a distinctive mix of science and social activities where members and Edward A. Yaghmour, MD, FASA their families enjoy both the educational opportunity and to relax Scientific Committee Co Chair and enjoy time with colleagues. The Convention will be held at the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Wael Sakr, MD Khayyam Casino, a historic palatial property and a five star hotel Scientific Committee Co Chair located on the shores of the Nile River amid lush gardens and Emad Aziz, MD fascinating scenery. EAMS President In Cairo you will glimpse through a window in time into Egypt’s long Sherif Radwan, DDS and majestic history where time spans through ancient civilizations EAMS President Elect into modern days. Wander through monuments that have withstood that challenge of time as well as pursuing into modern landmarks Basim Dubaybo, MD of Western-style high-rise hotels, shopping malls and apartment CME Chair buildings that overlook the Nile River. Samir Khalil, MA Social Program and Tour Coordinator This year’s scientific program theme is “Global Medicine: Fostering Connections and Enriching Experiences”, a befitting topic for Rouba Samman connecting with our local colleagues at Ain Shams University Faculty NAAMA Office Administrator of Medicine as well as our first official collaboration with our sister organization “the Egyptian American Medical Society (EAMS)” which promises future opportunities where we join efforts towards National Arab American Medical the betterment of our profession and communities at home and Association Executive Committee abroad. Rouba Ali-Fehmi, MD And if you still need more reasons to join us, then we invite you to President usher the year 2019 Egyptian style. Where else would you rather be Basim Dubaybo, MD but among friends and family celebrating a new year with hopes for Past President peace and serenity. Omar Lattouf, MD Vice-President We encourage you to register early since this convention falls in the Wafa Harrouk, PhD high season and we anticipate a large turnout with a very limited Treasurer block of rooms. Nahidh Hasaniya, MD Executive Secretary We look forward to welcoming you in Cairo. Ilham Sabri, MD Chair, NAAMA Auxiliary Sincerely Hareth Raddawi, MD Chair, Foundation Mouhanad Hammami, MD and Elias Tawil, MD Donald W Weaver, MD Convention Co Chairs, NAAMA Community Member Global Medicine: Fostering Connections and Program Objectives The content of this educational program Enriching Experiences was determined by rigorous assessment of Keeping up with NAAMA’s tradition of providing state of the art educational needs. This activity is intended for opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration across physicians in training, medical students and disciplines, this year our Convention Scientific Committee designed other healthcare professionals. Attendees will experience Content that: the scientific program around the theme of “Global Medicine: Fostering • Promotes improvements or quality in Connections and Enriching Experiences”. health care The scientific program evolves around four major themes: • Has been reviewed for bias and scientific • Maternal and Child Health rigor • State of Wellness and Chronic Disease Management • Addresses the stated objectives or purpose • Medical Education, Innovation and the Practice of Medicine • Is driven and based on independent • The Intersection of Primary and Specialty Care survey and analysis of learner needs, not commercial interests We are proud to feature several experts in the field to share their • Is current, valid, reliable, accurate and knowledge and expertise as keynote speakers. NAAMA is honored for evidence-based the participation of these colleagues and others: • Offers balanced presentations that are free • Dr. Rana A. Hajjeh, Director, Dept of Communicable Diseases of commercial bias Prevention and Control. World Health Organization Eastern • Is vetted through a process that resolves Mediterranean Region who will speak about “The State of Health in any conflicts of interest of planners and the Arab World and MENA Region and the demands of a changing faculty world”. • Is evaluated for its effectiveness in meeting • Dr. Jack Sobel, Dean of Wayne State University School of Medicine that identified educational need in Detroit, and Dr. Mahmoud El Metainy, Dean of Ain Shams • Supports learners’ abilities to meet their University Faculty of Medicine in Cairo to discuss “The Future of individual needs • Respects and attends to any special needs Medical Education in the Era of Globalization” of the learners • Ms. Tala Mansi, Assistant Director for Global Cause Partnerships at • Is free of promotional, commercial and/or UNICEF USA, who will share with attendees “The Work of UNICEF sales activities in the MENA Region and Opportunities for Children Wellbeing”. • Is based on adult learning principles that • Dr. Wael Abdel Aal, Medical Director of Sir Magdy Yacoub’s Aswan support the use of various modalities Heart Center to speak about “The Aswan Heart Center Search for • Respects the diversity of groups of learners Clinical Excellence”. • Ensures disclosure of any relevant financial relationships that planners, NAAMA is equally proud to feature abstracts and presentations teachers and authors have with submitted by national and international speakers covering a wide variety commercial interests related to the of topics such as: content of the activity commercial support • Refugee Health (funding or in-kind resources) of this • The Eight Dimensions of Wellness activity. • Public and Global Health • Dental Health in Immunocompromised Patients Accreditation and Designation • Effect of Ethnicity on Reproductive Health This activity is planned and implemented in accordance with the Essentials and Standards • Cancer Prevalence and Epidemiology of the Accreditation Council for Continuing • Cancer Management and Prognosis Medical Education (ACCME) through the • Cardiac Arrhythmias and Cardiac Arrest National Arab American Medical Association • Physiology and Management of Pulmonary Disorders (NAAMA). The National Arab American • Management of Food Allergies Association is accredited by the ACCME to • Management of Type II Diabetes provide continuing medical education for • Management of Muscular Dystrophy in Children physicians. • Pain Management in Joints and Spine NAAMA designates this educational activity • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeries for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category • Emergency Medicine 1 Credits. Attendees should only claim In addition to several multidisciplinary case discussions in Gynecology, credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nephrology, Cardiology and Cancer. Cairo: A Journey Through Time Social Program at a Glance December 27, 2018 • Evening Welcome Reception at the Marriott Hotel December 28, 2018 • Afternoon journey to the outskirts of the city exploring Egypt’s most iconic monuments, the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Enjoy a guided tour of the magnificent Museum of the Solar Boat, reconstructed from an ancient burial pit. • Evening dinner cruise on the Nile Maxim boat. December 29, 2018 The Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino, is • Afternoon tour of the Egyptian Museum which located in Egypt’s exciting city center. Two towers of guest will provide a perfect introduction to Egypt’s long rooms overlook the palace gardens and the Nile River. and majestic history. The visit includes a tour of the This Cairo historic hotel, housed in the palace built for the Mummy Room and King Tut Collection. Empress Eugenie of France on the occasion of the opening • Optional Evening visit to Khan Khalili Bazar with of the Suez Canal, features a choice of 15 restaurants, dinner at the Naguib Mahfouz restaurant. indoor and out, and a world- class casino. December 30, 2019 Guests can enjoy the lush gardens, the historic palace • Afternoon exploration of Cairo’s outstanding Islamic and 5-star accommodations. Relax in well-appointed monuments including the Citadel, with its magnificent rooms and suites that offer from plush bedding, desks, view over the city, the Mohamed Ali Mosque and the complimentary Wi-Fi, mini-bars and 24-hour room extraordinary treasures of the Islamic Museum . service. • Evening at leisure on your own. Many rooms have balconies with views of the gardens, December 31, 2018 the city or the Nile. Upgrade to an Executive Level room • Afternoon sightseeing tour of Old Cairo, the earliest with access to the exclusive lounge and perks such as free settled area of the city and home to several early breakfast, afternoon tea and dessert. Christian churches and