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Welcome Messages

Prof. Colin Rees

President of the BSG

On behalf of the British Society of Gastroenterology, I am delighted to welcome you to our BSG International Section Meeting in Dubai, taking place from 8 to 10 May 2026. This landmark regional meeting brings together gastroenterologists, hepatologists, surgeons, and oncologists in a truly multidisciplinary forum, focused on the latest advances in technology, therapies, and collaborative care. We look forward to sharing expertise, learning from one another, and shaping the future of GI practice together. I warmly invite you to join us for what promises to be an inspiring and impactful meeting.

Ms. Sarah Linnington

CEO of the BSG

It gives me great pleasure to invite you to Dubai for the BSG International Section Meeting in May 2026. This event reflects the BSG’s commitment to global collaboration, education, and excellence in patient care. Over three days, delegates will engage in practical sessions, MDT-style discussions, and expert-led updates across gastroenterology and hepatology. We hope you will join us to connect with colleagues from across the region and beyond, and to be part of a growing international BSG community.

Prof. Omar El-Shaarawy

Chair of the BSG International Section

As Chair of the BSG International Committee, I am pleased to welcome you to our second regional BSG International MDT meeting in Dubai. This meeting is designed to bridge specialties, foster meaningful collaboration, and translate innovation into real improvements in patient care. With a strong scientific program and interactive multidisciplinary sessions, we aim to create a platform for shared learning and lasting partnerships. I encourage you to join us in May 2026 and be part of this exciting step forward for international GI care.

Dr. Sara Al Bastaki

Consultant Colorectal Surgeon President of Emirates Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ESCRS)

On behalf of the Emirates Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ESCRS), it is my honor to invite you to the British Society of Gastroenterology Congress, taking place in Dubai in May 2026. ESCRS is dedicated to advancing excellence in colorectal surgery across the UAE and the region. Operating under the umbrella of the Emirates Medical Association, we are proud to collaborate with leading international bodies, including our endorsement and active participation in the BSG International Section Meeting, reflecting our commitment to global academic exchange. Through structured education, multidisciplinary collaboration, we continuously update national and regional surgeons with the latest evidence based guidelines and advanced surgical innovations. Together, we remain committed to delivering the highest standards of surgical care and shaping the future of colorectal practice in the UAE.