Day 2: Friday, 17 October 2025 

Registration: 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Session 1 (Venue: Palazzo Ballroom)

Moderators: Dr. Zsolt Lengyel, Dr. Humaira Khan, Dr. Sandra Abou Samaan

Time

Activity

Topic and Learning Objective

Category

Speaker

08:00 - 08:20am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Role of PET CT in gynaecological malignancies

• Demonstrate how to accurately interpret PET/CT findings in the context of various gynecological cancers.
• Explore the role of PET/CT in guiding treatment decision, monitoring therapeutic response and evaluating recurrence.

1

Prof. Jamshed Bomanji

08:20 - 08:40am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Molecular imaging in breast cancer: New approaches

• Identify key molecular biomarkers used in breast cancer.
• Discuss the role of molecular imaging in assessing the efficacy of therapeutic interventions and its relevance in monitoring treatment response and disease progression.
• Review current guidelines and best practices for incorporating molecular imaging into clinical workflows for breast cancer management.

1

Prof. Ghesani

08:40 - 09:00am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

BI - RADS in Practice: Pitfalls and Pearls

• Accurately apply the BI - RADS classification system in breast imaging reports.
• Recognize common pitfalls in BI - RADS assessment.

1

Prof. Yang

09:00 - 09:20am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Brain Ultrasound: Differential diagnosis of echogenic lesions

• Recognize the imaging characteristics and patterns of echogenic lesions on brain ultrasound.
• Explore the importance of clinical history, patient demographics and accompanying symptoms in formulating a differential diagnosis.
• Examine current evidence - based guidelines and protocols for the management of echogenic brain lesions on ultrasound.

1

Prof. Oscar Navarro

9:20 - 9:25 am

Q & A

9:25 - 9:35 am

Break

Parallel Session

Venue: Palazzo Ballroom

Parallel Session

Venue: Venezia Ballroom

Session 2

Moderators: Dr. Nabil Sherif, Dr. Ahmed Mahfouz, Dr. Hassan Al Ansari

Moderators: Dr. Ahmed Hazem Darwish, Dr. Malaz Musa

09:35 - 09:55am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Imaging of incidental pancreatic cystic lesions - current guidelines and management

• Differentiate between various pancreatic cystic lesions based on imaging characteristics and clinical context.
• Discuss the latest guidelines and explore evidence - based management strategies for the evaluation of incidental cystic pancreatic lesions.
• Identify risk factors for malignancy in cystic pancreatic lesions.

Cat 1

Prof. Khaled Elsayes

9:00 - 9:40am

Interactive

Workshop

MSK: How to write an article

• Outline the essential components and structure of a research article.
• Enhance skills in conducting literature review and formulating research questions.
• Attain insight into the publication process empowering applicants to successfully publish their work

1

Dr. Ali Guermazi

09:55 - 10:15am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Staging of vulvar and vaginal cancers

• Describe the staging systems used for vulvar and vaginal cancers.
• Demonstrate the clinical and radiological features of vulvar and vaginal cancers.
• Discuss how accurate staging impacts treatment decisions.
• Identify key prognostic factors related to staging that influence patient outcomes.

Cat 1

Prof. Isabelle Thomassin Naggara

9:40 - 10:00am

Interactive

Workshop

Musculoskeletal infection

• Recognize appropriate imaging modalities for diagnosing musculoskeletal infections, understanding their strengths and limitations.
• Correlate clinical presentations with characteristic imaging findings and formulate differential diagnoses based on the radiologic features.
• Discuss the role of radiology in the multidisciplinary management of MSK infections.

1

Dr. Batoul Al Mashhadi

10:15 - 10:35am

Scientific

Oral Presentation

Current imaging approach and management of small renal masses

• Describe the different modalities used in the evaluation of small renal masses and understand their respective strengths and limitations.
• Explore evidence - based management strategies for small renal masses.
• Emphasize the importance of multidisciplinary approach in the management of small renal masses.

Cat 1

Prof. Mukesh Harisinghani

10:00 - 10:15am

Interactive

Workshop

Femoral trochlear dysplasia. What to do?

• Develop comprehensive understanding of femoral trochlear dysplasia including its anatomical features, pathophysiology and its impact on knee stability and function.
• Demonstrate the appropriate imaging modalities to evaluate femoral trochlear dysplasia and recognize key radiologic signs and criteria for diagnosis.

1

Dr. Renan Elsadeg

10:15 - 10:30am

Interactive

Workshop

MRI Hip post THR

• Discuss the challenges metal presents in terms of both technical considerations and interpretation of studies.
• Review the different diagnostic imaging tools used in evaluation of suspected pathologies related to implants and characteristic radiologic features.

Dr. Syed Intakhab

10:35 - 10:55am

Iatrogenic chest emergency

• Recognize the most common iatrogenic chest emergencies and their radiologic features on different imaging modalities.
• Describe the importance of imaging follow up in specific iatrogenic chest emergencies.

1

Dr. Laura Avery

10:30 - 10:45am

Interactive

Workshop

Big Toe Pathologies: A 10 - Year Case Collection

• Review the spectrum of big toe pathologies encountered over a 10 - year period, emphasizing key radiographic and MRI features that aid in accurate diagnosis.
• Highlight the role of a multimodality approach in differentiating common and uncommon big toe conditions, discussing practical teaching points for daily radiology practice.

Dr. Alaa Altaie

10:45 - 11:00am

Interactive

Workshop

Potential Pitfalls in MSK Fracture Imaging

• Highlight the importance of reviewing past imaging.
• Discuss correct utilization of the appropriate imaging modality helping to establish the most likely diagnosis.

Dr. Ali Wadood

10:55 - 11:05am

Abstract

Oral Presentation

Not Every Mass Is Cancer: IgG4 Mimickers of Malignancy in the Gastrointestinal Tract

• Illustrate individual’s research findings and conclusion.
• Attain the opportunity to engage in critical discussions regarding the implication of the present research.

1

Dr. Sarah Aqel

11:05 - 11:10 am

Q & A

11:10am - 12:50 pm

Prayer and Lunch

Session 3

Moderators: Dr. Abbas Helmy, Dr. Maysa Mohamed, Dr. Salah Aljilly

12:50 - 01:10pm

Oral Presentation

Updates in imaging of ILDs

• Identify key imaging techniques and specific radiologic patterns of interstitial lung diseases.
• Apply imaging findings in the context of clinical management decisions.

Scientific

Dr. Jonathan Chung

01:10 - 01:30pm

Oral Presentation

Organ preservation / Role of imaging in rectal cancer

• Review current guidelines and strategies for organ preservation in rectal cancer patients
• Discuss the importance of post - treatment imaging in assessing tumor response in patients undergoing organ - preserving approaches.
• Demonstrate the collaborative role of radiologists in a multidisciplinary team for managing rectal cancer.

Scientific

Dr. Adham Darweesh

Parallel Session

Venue: Palazzo Ballroom

Parallel Session

Venue: Venezia Ballroom

Session 4

Moderators: Dr. Abbas Helmy, Dr. Maysa Mohamed, Dr. Salah Aljilly

Moderators: Dr. Omran Al Mokdad

01:30 - 01:50pm

Scientific

Oral Presentation

The role of MRI for evaluation of Cardiac masses

• Explain the MRI techniques and protocols used for the evaluation of cardiac masses.
• Recognize the different types of cardiac masses and their characteristic MRI appearances.

Cat 1

Dr. Raad Mohiaddin

01:30 - 02:30pm

Interactive

Workshop

IR Masterclass - Diagnosing acute bleeding on imaging

• Recognize various imaging modalities used to diagnose acute bleeding and understand their specific strengths and limitations in clinical scenarios.
• Develop skills in interpreting imaging findings associated with acute bleeding.
• Explore role of IR in the management of acute bleeding.

Cat 1

Dr. Saad ur Rehman

Dr. Ayman Elmagdoub

01:50 - 02:10pm

Emergency cases from bread and butter

• Recognize and diagnose frequent emergency cases encountered in radiology.
• Develop skills in interpreting key imaging findings associated with these common emergencies.
• Discuss importance of rapid imaging and timely diagnosis in the management of emergency cases.

1

Dr. Laura Avery

02:10 - 02:30pm

Applications of QI in cardiology

• Enhance foundational knowledge of QI principles and methodologies.
• Identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to radiology practices in cardiology.
• Discuss methods to assess effectiveness of QI projects in cardiology

1

Prof. Amedeo Chiribiri

02:30 - 02:40pm

Abstract Oral Presentation

Awareness of Non - radiology Residents about Medical Radiation Hazards for the patients

• Illustrate individual’s research findings and conclusion.
• Attain the opportunity to engage in critical discussions regarding the implication of the present research.

Dr. Alaa Osman Koko

2:40 - 2:45pm

Q& A

2:45 - 3:15 pm

Afternoon Break

Parallel Session

Venue: Palazzo Ballroom

Parallel Session

Venue: Venezia Ballroom

Session 5

Moderators: Dr. Akram Twair, Dr. Subramaniyan Ramanathan, Dr. Ahmed Abdelmoniem

Moderators: Dr. Maryam Al Kuwari, Dr. Samak Farouk

03:15 - 03:35pm

Seeing the unseen: Exploring the challenges of diagnosing pelvic inflammatory disease

• Identify common clinical signs and symptoms and characteristic imaging features associated with PID.
• Explore inherent challenges and limitations in diagnosing PID.
• Discuss the importance of a multimodal imaging approach in evaluating suspected PID cases
• Review of strategies for enhancing collaboration between radiologists and referring clinicians.

Cat 1

Dr. Amal

Al Rashid

03:00 - 03:20pm

Interactive

Workshop

Low - field cardiovascular MRI

• Review the principles and advantages of low - field MRI technology and potential applications in cardiovascular imaging.
• Explore clinical applications of low field cardiovascular MRI and develop effective techniques for interpreting cardiovascular MR images.

Cat 1

Prof. Amedeo Chiribiri

03:35 - 03:55pm

Pre - surgical assessment before liver resection

• Identify the key imaging modalities used in the presurgical evaluation of the liver and discuss their respective roles, advantages and limitations in assessing the anatomy and pathology.
• Explore methods for evaluating liver function and liver anatomy to determine surgical feasibility and potential challenges during resection.
• Discuss the role of multidisciplinary discussions in optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing complications during the liver at resection.

Cat 1

Prof. Khaled Elsayes

03:20 - 03:40pm

Interactive

Workshop

Assessment of valvular heart disease by cardiac MRI

• Explain principles of cardiac MRI techniques used in assessing valvular heart disease.
• Discuss common pathologies and their radiologic findings associated with valvular heart disease on cardiac MRI.

Cat 1

Dr. Raad Mohiaddin

03:55 - 04:15pm

Oral Presentation

Endometriosis

• Recognize and interpret the characteristic imaging findings associated with endometriosis.
• Enhance skills in differentiating endometriosis from other similar pelvic pathologies through use of imaging findings and clinical correlation.
• Emphasize the role of radiology in guiding treatment options and management strategies for patients with endometriosis.

1

Prof. IsabelleThomassin Naggara

04:15 - 04:35pm

Oral Presentation

Role of MRI in thoracic disease - Technique, Applications and Challenges

• Review clinical indications for using MRI in thoracic disease highlighting when MRI is preferred over other imaging modalities.
• Discuss the specific MRI techniques and protocols used for thoracic imaging and common challenges encountered during thoracic MRI.

1

Dr. Jonathan Chung

04:35 - 04:45pm

Abstract

Oral Presentation

MRI Exams without Sedation for anxious & Confirmed MRI Exams with General Anaesthesia

• Illustrate individual’s research findings and conclusion.
• Attain the opportunity to engage in critical discussions regarding the implication of the present research.

Mr. Waseem Zafar

04:45 - 04:50pm

Q&A

04:50 - 05:25pm

Break

Session 6

Moderators: Dr. Salah Al Mughalles, Dr. Sabir Al Sharani, Dr. Devendra Kumar

05:25 - 05:45pm

Oral Presentation

Role of artificial Intelligence in Genitourinary imaging

• Discuss the different applications of AI in genitourinary imaging with an emphasis on enhancing diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify the potential challenges and limitations of implementing AI tools in genitourinary imaging and the importance of radiologist oversight to ensure accurate clinical interpretation.

Scientific

Prof. Mukesh Harisinghani

05:45 - 06:05pm

Oral Presentation

Diagnostic approach in atypical pancreatic lesions

• Recognize the distinct imaging characteristics of atypical pancreatic lesions.
• Demonstrate the importance of combining clinical history, laboratory results and imaging features in forming a differential diagnosis for atypical pancreatic lesions.
• Recognize the significance of a multidisciplinary approach in the evaluation and management of atypical pancreatic lesions.

Scientific

Prof. Khaled Elsayes

06:05 - 06:15pm

Abstract Oral Presentation

Investigating Feasibility of Placental Thickness as a Predictor of Gestational Age Estimation: A Comparative Study

• Illustrate individual’s research findings and conclusion.
• Attain the opportunity to engage in critical discussions regarding the implication of the present research.

Abstract

Dr. Awatif Omer

06:15 - 06:25pm

Abstract Oral Presentation

Imaging Compass Care Clinic: A Person - Centered Innovation Enhancing Patient Safety, Efficiency, and Preparedness in Clinical Imaging Department

• Illustrate individual’s research findings and conclusion.
• Attain the opportunity to engage in critical discussions regarding the implication of the present research.

Abstract

Mr. Ammar Mutlaq​​