2nd SSMC Nutrition Symposium

Exhibiting the Critical Importance of Dietetics

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) is excited to exhibit the critical importance of dietetics by hosting the “2nd Nutrition Symposium” on Saturday, 2 November 2024. This continuing medical education (CME) event will take place in Abu Dhabi at SSMC’s Auditorium in the Administration Building, and is open to everyone.

The symposium aims to unite experts in nutrition, food service, catering, automation/IT, healthcare, and academia to provide the latest updates on various nutritional aspects. It will also explore the complex interrelationships between food, health, technology, and lifestyle factors.

This event is in-person only with no hybrid opportunities. In-person seating will be available on a limited and first-come, first-served basis. Make sure to register to reserve your seat.

Learning objectives

By attending this event, participants will be able to:

  • Apply the latest nutritional science and evidence-based practices in their daily work.
  • Establish connections and collaborate effectively with experts, practitioners, and stakeholders in the field of nutrition.
  • Identify and explore new innovations that advance the field of nutrition.
  • Enhance patient care by integrating newly acquired knowledge into everyday practice.

Target audience

  • All healthcare professionals, including clinical dietitians and nutritionists.
  • Academics and students in dietetics and nutrition.

This event is designated for Department of Health – Abu Dhabi CME Category 1 credit hours.

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TIME TOPIC SPEAKER

8:30 – 9 a.m.

Registration

9 – 9:05 a.m.

Opening Remarks

9:05 – 9:15 a.m.

Welcome Message
TIME TOPIC SPEAKER
Session 1
Moderator : Nisha Padayachee

9:15 – 10 a.m.

Simplified Parenteral Nutrition: The Power of Pharmacist and Nutritionist Teamwork

Dr. Osama Tabbara

10 – 10:25 a.m.

Ethical Consideration in Nutrition Support: Focusing on GCC Area

Dr. Najla Al Nasser

10:25 – 10:55 a.m.

Medical Simulation Introduction

Break

10:55 – 11:20 a.m.

The Role of Nutrition in Speech and Swallowing Disorders

Fathima Nuzha Ishak

11:20 – 11:45 a.m.

Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Dietetics

Nishar Bathoolunnisa

11:45 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.

Immunomodulatory Potentials of Dietary Fibers

Dr. Abdulmannan Fadel

12:10 – 12:30 p.m.

Panel Discussion

12:30 – 1 p.m.

Lunch
Session 2
Moderator : Jill Rigg

1 – 1:25 p.m.

Sustainable Food Service Management in Healthcare: Strategies to Combat Food Insecurity and Minimize Waste

Dr. Hafiz Shahbaz

1:25 – 1:55 p.m.

Sustainable Diets: Relevance, Challenges and Future Perspectives for Health and Well-Being

Dr. Serene Hilary

1:55 – 2:20 p.m.

The Role of Nutrition in Mental Health and Well-being

Rita Samuel

2:20 – 2:45 p.m.

Traditional Diets: A Pathway to Sustainable Eating Patterns

Salma Alhebshi

2:45 – 3:10 p.m.

A Miracle or a Menace? New Weight-Loss Drugs and the Changing Role of the Dietician in Weight Management

Prof. Nishan Kalupahana

3:10 – 3:35 p.m.

From Ancient Practice to Modern Trend: The Science Behind Intermitting Fasting

Dr. Nermin Moustafa

3:35 – 3:50 p.m.

Panel Discussion

3:50 – 4 p.m.

Closing Remarks
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