Time is running out: early bird rates end soon for the WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit

Time is running out: early bird rates end soon for the WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit

Time is running out to take advantage of early bird rates for the WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit, taking place from April 23 to 25, 2025, in Dubai, U.A.E. Register by January 31, 2025, to save on this exciting event packed with over 40 hours of educational content. Don’t miss this chance to connect with global experts, network with colleagues and be part of the conversations that are shaping the future of care for our community.

Also available in: Français Español

This year’s WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit features three dynamic tracks.

Medical track

Join our Medical track to learn from more than 30 medical experts from 15 different countries as they debate optimal therapies for hemophilia A and B, discuss how to redefine care for non-severe hemophilia, evaluate unmet treatment needs in rare bleeding disorders, and much more.

Highlights include the session on the “Management of surgery in bleeding disorders”, featuring Barbara Konkle, Rebecca Kruse-Jarres, and Magdy El Ekiaby—all of whom will share their expertise on surgical approaches across various contexts.

Management of surgery in bleeding disorders
Friday, April 25, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. GST

 

Welcome and introduction

 

Surgery with factor replacement

Barbara Konkle,  U.S.A

Surgery with non-factor therapy

Rebecca Kruse-Jarres,  U.S.A

Surgery in low resource countries

Magdy El Ekiaby, Egypt

Musculoskeletal (MSK) track

By popular demand, the MSK track will feature an even more robust program than in 2023, with nearly 15 hours of educational content over three days. Explore advanced MSK care topics, including upper and lower limb orthopedic surgery, muscle hematoma management, virtual MSK assessments, the treatment of osteopenia and osteoporosis, and more.

Be sure not to miss the session on “Ultrasound imaging and synovectomy”, featuring insights from renowned experts Mauricio Silva, Horacio Caviglia, Annette von Drygalski and Carlo Martinoli.

Ultrasound imaging and synovectomy
Thursday, April 24, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. GST

 

Welcome and introduction

Walid Saied, Tunisia

Melanie Bladen, U.K.

Synovectomy

Mauricio Silva, U.S.A

Biological synovectomy

Horacio Caviglia, Argentina

Applying US to measure the synovial membrane

Annette von Drygalski, U.S.A

Longitudinal synovial monitoring and the sensitivity to change by US

Carlo Martinoli, Italy

People with bleeding disorders (PWBD) track

Bringing together thought leaders from over 20 countries, the PWBD track promises an engaging exploration of bleeding disorders through a multidisciplinary lens. Sessions will feature a variety of topics including shared decision-making, rare bleeding disorders, health economics, aging, and the family experience.

Mark your calendars for the panel discussion “I ‘beat’ hemophilia – the psychological impact of transplant and gene therapy: panel discussion,” where experts and patients Patricia Cabré, Nigel Hamilton, Ronald Mahomane, and Mutaz AlGhubayni share their personal insights into the psychological impact of transplant and gene therapy.

I “beat” hemophilia – the psychological impact of transplant and gene therapy: panel discussion
Friday, April 25, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. GST

 

Welcome and introduction

Kate Khair, U.K.

Psychosocial perspective

Patricia Cabré, Spain

Life after transplant

Nigel Hamilton, U.K.

Life after gene therapy (hem A)

Ronald Mahomane, South Africa

Life after gene therapy (hem B)

Mutaz AlGhubayni ,Saudi Arabia

Panel discussion

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Book your accommodation and save 10% on event registration!

For a hassle-free experience, we encourage participants to book in the official WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit housing block and benefit from our exclusive group perks and amenities at a preferred group rate. As an added benefit, attendees booking within the block will also enjoy a 10% discount on their registration fees.

Find out more

The WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit promises to be a landmark event in the bleeding disorders community, offering cutting-edge insights and unparalleled networking opportunities. This event is not to be missed! Learn more about the event here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai this April.

Please note that the WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit will be held only in English. Interpretation will be offered in Arabic for select sessions, and additional interpretation languages may be added at a later date.

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