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SSMC IMCEC 2027
SSMC Internal Medicine Clinical Excellence Congress
Advancing Knowledge and Transforming Care
A two-day forum hosted by Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), dedicated to advancing excellence in internal medicine and the delivery of comprehensive, evidence-based patient care — bringing together distinguished physicians, researchers and healthcare professionals.
Early Bird rates until 1 January 2027 — save up to AED 200
Call for Abstracts is open — submit by 10 December 2026
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About the Congress
Where internal medicine meets clinical excellence
The SSMC Internal Medicine Clinical Excellence Congress (IMCEC) is a prestigious forum dedicated to advancing excellence in internal medicine and optimizing the delivery of comprehensive, evidence-based patient care. It brings together distinguished physicians, researchers and healthcare professionals to discuss clinically relevant advances, contemporary approaches, emerging developments in diagnostic reasoning, and high-value healthcare.
The scientific program offers a broad and integrated perspective on modern internal medicine — spanning cardiovascular medicine, gastroenterology, infectious diseases, renal and endocrine-metabolic medicine, rheumatology, hematology and oncology, pulmonology, neurology, and geriatrics and palliative care. Beyond specialty-based updates, the congress places particular emphasis on transforming healthcare delivery and achieving institutional excellence.
“The meeting point for knowledge, experience, innovation and collaboration between disciplines — fostering a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes.”
01 Purpose
Advance excellence in internal medicine and comprehensive, evidence-based patient care.
02 Who attends
Internal medicine physicians, subspecialists, primary care, nursing, pharmacy and multidisciplinary care teams.
03 Why it matters
A shared, cross-disciplinary commitment to transforming care delivery and improving patient outcomes.
04 Educational value
Clinically relevant advances, diagnostic reasoning, evidence-based case studies and high-value care.
Why Attend
Two days that sharpen everyday practice
Clinically focused learning across the full breadth of internal medicine — built for professionals who want to bring new evidence straight back to the bedside.
Evidence-Based Case Studies
Work through clinically relevant, evidence-based case studies that strengthen diagnostic reasoning and decision-making.
Latest Topics & Research
Stay current with contemporary approaches and emerging developments shaping modern internal medicine.
Newly Discovered Treatments
Explore newly discovered treatments and what they mean for the patients you care for every day.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with physicians, researchers and healthcare professionals from across disciplines and institutions.
Transforming Care Delivery
Go beyond specialty updates with a focus on high-value healthcare and achieving institutional excellence.
Who Should Attend
Designed for the whole care team
IMCEC 2027 welcomes physicians, specialists, nurses, pharmacists and multidisciplinary professionals involved in adult inpatient and outpatient care.
- Consultants and Specialists in Internal Medicine
- General Practitioners and Family Physicians
- Acute Medicine & Emergency Medicine Physicians
- Cardiologists
- Gastroenterologists
- Infectious Disease Specialists
- Nephrologists
- Endocrinologists & Metabolic Medicine Specialists
- Rheumatologists
- Hematologists & Medical Oncologists
- Pulmonologists & Respiratory Medicine Specialists
- Neurologists & Neuroimmunology Specialists
- Geriatricians
- Palliative Care Physicians
- Clinical Pharmacists & Pharmacy Professionals
- Hospitalists and Multidisciplinary Care Teams
- Nurses and Advanced Practice Healthcare Professionals
- Healthcare Professionals in Quality Improvement & Case Management
- Medical Residents, Fellows and Postgraduate Trainees
Nurses & allied medical professionals have a dedicated registration category from AED 400 (Early Bird)AED 500.
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Scientific Program
A broad, integrated view of modern internal medicine
Eleven key topic areas across two days — from acute medicine to a vision for modern care delivery.
Key topics
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Acute Medicine
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Cardiovascular Medicine
- 03
Gastroenterology
- 04
Infectious Diseases
- 05
Renal and Endocrine-Metabolic Medicine
- 06
Rheumatology
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Hematology and Oncology
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Pulmonology
- 09
Neurology
- 10
Geriatrics and Palliative Care
- 11
Vision for Modern Care Delivery
Call for Abstracts
Submit your abstract
Share your work with colleagues across internal medicine. IMCEC 2027 invites healthcare professionals to submit abstracts for presentation at the congress.
Abstracts are welcome on any of the topics below. Submissions close on 10 December 2026.
Abstract topics
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders
- Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonary Diseases
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Nephrology
- Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Hematology and Thromboembolic Disorders
- Rheumatology and Autoimmune Diseases
- Neurological Disorders
- Geriatric Medicine
- Obesity, Nutrition
- Preventive Medicine and Population Health
- Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
- Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Practice
Submission guidelines: [INSERT ABSTRACT GUIDELINES – e.g. word limit, structure, presentation format, notification date]
Faculty & Committee
Led by clinicians at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
Meet the congress leadership and scientific committee shaping the IMCEC 2027 program.
Congress Leadership
Conference Chairman
Dr. Mohamed Noshi
Consultant, Internal Medicine
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE
Honorary Conference Chair
Dr. Omar Khaddam
Consultant Internal Medicine; Chair, Division of Internal Medicine
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE
Organizing Committee Chair
Dr. Wala Kamal Hamed
Specialist, Internal Medicine
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE
Scientific Committee Chair
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Kiblawi
Consultant, Internal Medicine
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE
Scientific Committee Co-Chair
Dr. Ahmad Sadeq
PhD, Clinical Pharmacist
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE
Scientific Committee
All members: Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, UAE
Dr. Ahmad Alrifai
Consultant, Gastroenterology
Dr. Ahmad Sadeq
PhD, Clinical Pharmacist
Dr. Joseph Alawneh
Consultant, Neurology
Dr. Kashif Hafeez
Consultant, Endocrinology
Dr. Mohamed Noshi
Consultant, Internal Medicine
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Kiblawi
Consultant, Internal Medicine
Dr. Mumtaz Khan
Consultant, Rheumatology
Dr. Omar Khaddam
Consultant Internal Medicine; Chair, Division of Internal Medicine
Dr. Wala Kamal Hamed
Specialist, Internal Medicine
Dr. Zaher Babikir
Consultant, Infectious Disease
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Faculty announcements coming soon.
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Workshops
Extend your learning with the Congress + Workshops pass
The Congress + Workshops registration combines full access to the two-day congress with the IMCEC 2027 workshops — for delegates who want to take their learning beyond the main scientific sessions.
Congress + Workshops
Early BirdAED700Until 1 January 2027
RegularAED900After 1 January 2027Current rate
Registration
Choose your registration
Three simple options. Register before 1 January 2027 to secure the Early Bird rate. All prices in UAE Dirhams (AED).
Early Bird pricing ends 1 January 2027
Early Bird has ended. Regular rates now apply.
Option 01
Congress
Full access to the two-day congress scientific program.
Early Bird
AED500
Until 1 January 2027
Regular AED 700Save AED 200
Regular
AED700
Early Bird (AED 500) ended 1 January 2027
- Congress scientific program · 30–31 January 2027
- All 11 key topic areas
- Workshops not included
- Lunch & refreshments included
Option 02
Congress + Workshops
The complete experience — congress access plus the IMCEC 2027 workshops.
Early Bird
AED700
Until 1 January 2027
Regular AED 900Save AED 200
Regular
AED900
Early Bird (AED 700) ended 1 January 2027
- Congress scientific program · 30–31 January 2027
- All 11 key topic areas
- Access to the congress workshops
- Lunch & refreshments included
Option 03
Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress
Dedicated congress rate for nurses and allied medical professionals.
Early Bird
AED400
Until 1 January 2027
Regular AED 500Save AED 100
Regular
AED500
Early Bird (AED 400) ended 1 January 2027
- Congress scientific program · 30–31 January 2027
- All 11 key topic areas
- Workshops not included
- Lunch & refreshments included
| Congress | Congress + Workshops | Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress scientific program (2 days) | Included | Included | Included |
| Workshops | Not included | Included | Not included |
| Early Bird rate (until 1 January 2027) | AED 500 | AED 700 | AED 400 |
| Regular rate | AED 700 | AED 900 | AED 500 |
Questions about which option is right for you? See the FAQ or email [email protected] / call +971 58 601 5461.
Limited-time rateRegistration open
Early Bird Registration
Secure your place at the special early bird rate.
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- Congress AED 500
AED 700 - Congress + Workshops AED 700
AED 900 - Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress AED 400
AED 500
Host & Organizer
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor IMCEC 2027
Partner with the SSMC Internal Medicine Clinical Excellence Congress and put your organization in front of the professionals shaping adult medical care in the region. Sponsorship and exhibition packages are available — contact our team to receive the sponsorship details.
- Reach internal medicine physicians, subspecialists, pharmacists, nurses and multidisciplinary care teams
- Align your brand with a Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City congress
- Two days at Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi · 30–31 January 2027
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Talk to our sponsorship team
Get in touch to discuss sponsorship packages and exhibition opportunities.
Venue
See you in Abu Dhabi
Park Rotana
- Venue
- Park Rotana
- Address
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- City
- Abu Dhabi
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Dates
- 30–31 January 2027
Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before registering. Can’t find your answer? Get in touch with the organizing team.
The congress takes place on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 January 2027.
At Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. See the Venue section for the map and directions.
IMCEC 2027 is designed for healthcare professionals involved in adult medical care, including:
- Consultants and specialists in internal medicine and its subspecialties
- General practitioners, family physicians, and acute & emergency medicine physicians
- Geriatricians, palliative care physicians and hospitalists
- Clinical pharmacists, nurses and advanced practice healthcare professionals
- Quality improvement and case management professionals
- Medical residents, fellows and postgraduate trainees
Congress and Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress registrations include access to the two-day congress scientific program. Congress + Workshops adds access to the workshops.
Other inclusions: [INSERT INFORMATION – e.g. refreshments, materials, certificate of attendance]
Early Bird rates are available until 1 January 2027:
- Congress: AED 500 (regular AED 700)
- Congress + Workshops: AED 700 (regular AED 900)
- Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress: AED 400 (regular AED 500)
Workshops are included only with the Congress + Workshops registration (AED 700 Early Bird / AED 900 regular). The Congress and Nurses & Allied Medical – Congress registrations cover the congress only.
Click any Register Now button or go directly to the IMCEC 2027 registration page, choose your registration category and complete the online registration form. Payment and confirmation details: [INSERT INFORMATION]
Use the Submit Your Abstract button in the Call for Abstracts section. The deadline is 10 December 2026, and abstracts can cover any of the 14 listed topics, from cardiovascular medicine to digital health and AI in clinical practice.
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Sponsorship and exhibition packages are available. Email [email protected] or call +971 58 601 5461 to receive the sponsorship details.
IMCEC 2027 is a Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) congress, organized by Maarefah Management. For any questions, email [email protected] or call +971 58 601 5461.