Dear All,

On behalf of the Scientific and Organizing Committee, it gives me great pleasure to extend a very warm welcome to you all on attending the “11th Emirates Oncology Conference”, hosted by Tawam Hospital and SEHA. This year’s conference is set to bring together the latest oncology research and knowledge during a comprehensive three-day programme.

During The Emirates Oncology Conference’s ten years of history, it has long established itself as one of premier medical conferences in the region, and is increasingly being recognized as one of the leading oncology conferences in the global healthcare calendar.

Over 100 world leaders have participated in the conference and engaged in discussions on new approaches in the fight against cancer – discussions that have helped to bring us closer to a future where cancer is a curable disease.

The number of distinguished speakers taking part this year further reinforces the ongoing importance of the conference and, more importantly, is further evidence of the need for continued cooperation on a regional and international scale.

The conference will provide the ideal forum to discuss the latest findings and to improve the outcomes for patients with cancer, which is still one of the biggest challenges of the 21st century.

A world-class line-up of renowned speakers, leaders and experts in the various fields of cancer diagnosis, treatment and research will highlight the significant advances that have been made in science and clinical practice.

This event will be an important meeting point to inspire and connect leaders, decision makers, doctors, scientists, technologists, public servants and academics to enhance awareness, quality and safety practices to improve the lives of patients with cancer around the world.

We are grateful to all members of the scientific and medical community, our organizing team, speakers, delegates and sponsors for their time, efforts and contributions to making 11th Emirates Oncology Conference one of the most important scientific events of the year.

I wish you all a productive and successful conference and look forward to seeing the results of your debates, discussions and knowledge sharing put into practice.

Dr. Khalid Saeed Balaraj

Chair of Oncology Centre

Tawam Hospital, UAE