Day 2: Friday, 17 October 2025 (Main Hall)

Sessi​​on 1

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

Time

Activity

Topic and Learning Objective

Category

Speaker

8am to 8.20am

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

8.20am to 8.40am

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

8.40am to 9am

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

9am to 9.20am

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

9.20am to 9.25am

Q & A

9.25am to 9.35am

Break

Parallel Session

Venue: Main Hall

Parallel Session

Venue:

Session 2

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

9.35am to 9.55am

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

9am to 11am

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

9.55am to 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

10.15am to 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

10.35am to 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

10.55am to 11.05am

Abstract

Oral Presentation

Abstract Presentation

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

1

TBA

11.05am to 11.10 am

Q & A

11.10am to 12.50pm

Prayer and Lunch

Session 3

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

12.50pm to 1.10pm

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

1.10pm to 1.30pm

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: Main Hall

Parallel Session

Venue:

Session 4

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

1.30pm to 1.50pm

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

1.30pm to 2.30pm

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

1.50pm to 2.10pm

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

2.10pm to 2.30pm

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

2.30pm to 2.40pm

Oral Presentation

Abstract Presentation

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

TBA

2.40pm to 2.45pm

Q& A

2.45pm to 3.15pm

Afternoon Break

Parallel Session

Venue: Main Hall

Parallel Session

Venue:

Session 5

Moderators: Dr Akram Twair, Dr Subramaniyan R, Dr Ahmed Abdelmoniem

3.15pm to 3.35pm

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

3pm to 3.20pm

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

3.35pm to 3:55pm

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

3.20pm to 3.40pm

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

3.55pm to 4.15pm

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

4.15pm to 4.35pm

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

4.35pm to 4.45pm

Oral Presentation

Abstract Presentation

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

TBA

4.45pm to 4.50pm

Q&A

4.50pm to 5.25pm

Break

Session 6

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

5.25pm to 5.45pm

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

5.45pm to 6.05pm

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

6.05pm to 6.15pm

Oral Presentation

Abstract Presentation

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

Abstract

TBA

6.15pm to 6.25pm

Oral Presentation

Abstract Presentation

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

Abstract

TBA​​