The ninth International Congress of Medical Excellence in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine (MEIDAM 2024), held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, marked the largest and most comprehensive gathering of international dermatology professionals, with more than 4,000 expert participants.
This year’s event featured 275 lectures and proudly hosted the largest assembly of heads of dermatology associations from around the world. Among the distinguished attendees were the President of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the President of the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS), the President of The International Society of Dermatology (ISD), the Head of the Royal College of Physicians Global, the President of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology, the President of the Association of Korean Dermatology, and the President of the National Alliance of Russian Dermatologists and Cosmetologists, to name a few.
The ceremony included the presentation of the Pioneers Award to Professor May Hussein Al Samahy, President of the Egyptian Women’s Dermatologic Society, in recognition of her achievements and contributions to the field of dermatology. We spoke with her at MEIDAM and gained insights on how to maintain clean, healthy skin. She shared, “To have pure skin, you need to follow a good skincare routine and maintain a healthy lifestyle. This includes no smoking, adequate sun exposure, proper skincare, and a balanced diet. It’s all about lifestyle. If we take care of our skin and our overall health, it will make a difference. The recent trend is healthy ageing, not anti-ageing. Healthy aging starts with strategies to prevent aging in all areas, not just the skin, but general health as well. We need to care for both our skin and our overall health.”
On the topic of skin health, Professor Al Samahy continued, “Climatic conditions are a major factor, but fortunately, we have many emollients and medications to help rehydrate the skin, both from the inside and outside. As for hair care, there are many products, like conditioners and hair masks, that can restore moisture and add shine. While it’s a challenge, there are solutions.”
We also spoke to Dr. Khaled Al Nuaimi, President of the MEIDAM Congress and the MEIDAM Association, who shared his thoughts on the UAE’s vision for future innovations. He said, “Hosting MEIDAM 2024 in Dubai underscores our city’s commitment to supporting global advancements in healthcare and dermatology. We are honored to welcome a distinguished international delegation and look forward to the groundbreaking insights and partnerships that will emerge from this Congress.” Dr. Saad Al Sogair, Secretary General, Treasurer, and Head of the Executive Committee of MEIDAM Congress, also expressed his excitement about the event.
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MEIDAM’s partnerships extend to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) as the Global Humanitarian Partner. UNHCR has been at the forefront of providing life-saving assistance and sustainable healthcare to refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide. In collaboration with MEIDAM, UNHCR has achieved significant milestones.
