12th Al Ain Symposium on Challenges in Diabetes and Endocrinology during Ramadan (Virtual Meeting), February 16 to 17, 2024

Abstract

The 12th Al Ain Annual Meeting on Diabetes and Endocrine Challenges during Ramadan Fasting brings together health care professionals, researchers, and experts to address the complex interaction between diabetes management and religious fasting. The program aims to enhance understanding, share best practices, and explore innovative strategies for optimizing patient care during Ramadan fasting through engaging presentations, symposia, and discussions.

Keywords

Ramadan fasting - diabetes - risk calculation - risk reduction - thyroid

Introduction

Observance of Ramadan fasting presents unique challenges and considerations. As we meet for the 12th Al Ain Annual Meeting, we are privileged to unite with esteemed colleagues and experts to explore these critical issues. Our program is designed to foster collaboration, inspire meaningful dialog, and ultimately empower health care providers with the knowledge and tools to support patients effectively during this sacred period. By sharing the highlights of this symposium by its abstracts, we wish to spread the word beyond the virtual delegates who managed to make it.

Conclusion

As the 12th Al Ain Annual Meeting on Diabetes and Endocrine Challenges during Ramadan Fasting draws close, we reflect on the wealth of insights gained, connections forged, and ideas exchanged [Table 1]. Our collective commitment to advancing diabetes care during Ramadan fasting has never been stronger, and it is through forums like this that we continue to drive progress and innovation in the field. As we depart, let us carry forward the spirit of collaboration and dedication, armed with newfound knowledge and inspiration to make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients.

Table 1 The 2-day conference schedule, including both the main program and industry-codeveloped symposia

Day 1: Friday, February 16, 2024		Day 2: Saturday, February 17, 2024
19:30	Physiology of Fasting Prof. Juma Al Kaabi Consultant Endocrinologist, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University, Al Ain, UAE	19:30	Hyperglycemia in Ramadan, the Elephant in the Room Dr. Mohamed Hassanein, Consultant Endocrinologist, Dubai Hospital, Dubai, UAE
19:55	Management of Type 2 Diabetes during Ramadan Fasting Dr. Salem Beshyah, Consultant Endocrinologist, Yas Clinic Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, UAE	19:55	Frailty and Ramadan Fasting, AHS Experience Dr. Latifa Al Ketbi, Ambulatory Healthcare Services, Al Ain, UAE
20:20	Discussion	20:20	Discussion
20:50	Personalized Risk Reduction Strategies and the Role of the DaR Risk Calculator Dr. Mohamed Sulaiman, Consultant Endocrinologist, Wales, UK	20:50	Fasting during Ramadan with Kidney Disease Dr. Yousef Boobes, Consultant Nephrologist, Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, UAE
21:15	Management of Hypothyroidism during Ramadan Fasting Dr. Asma Al Jaberi, Consultant Endocrinologist, Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, UAE	21:15	Diabetes and Ramadan: “Medical Decision-Making” Dr. Bachar Afandi, Consultant Endocrinologist, Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, UAE
21:40	Discussion	21:40	Discussion

Conflict of Interest

None declared.

Compliance with Ethical Principles

The abstracts are accepted on the proviso that any original human research was conducted according to the appropriate ethical principles, with prior ethical approvals and patient-informed consent. These conditions are waived for opinion-based reflective and review articles.

Authors’ Contributions

The scientific committee compiled the conference abstracts and acted as the guest editors. The organizers mandate that all named authors on submitted abstracts comply with the four ICMJE authorship criteria.

Publication History

Article published online:
11 April 2024