Sidra Medicine to host Paediatric Neuroscience Conference 2026
<p>Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, will host its 6th Paediatric Neuroscience Conference (PNC 2026) from October 29 to 31, 2026. PNC 2026 will be held in conjunction with the 3rd GCC paediatric Neurology Conference.</p> <p>The three-day programme will cover the diagnosis and treatment of paediatric neurological and neurosurgical conditions including common disorders as…
Doha, Qatar - Sidra Medicine, a Qatar Foundation institution, will host its sixth Paediatric Neuroscience Conference (PNC 2026) from October 29 to 31, 2026. This event coincides with the 3rd GCC paediatric Neurology Conference.
The three-day program will delve into the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric neurological and neurosurgical conditions, ranging from common disorders to complex and rare diseases. Dr. Husam Kayyali, Division Chief of Paediatric Neurology at Sidra Medicine and Chair of PNC 2026, highlighted the rapid advancements in genomics, precision medicine, gene therapy, and artificial intelligence, emphasizing Sidra Medicine's commitment to advancing these areas through clinical care, research, and education.
Key conference topics include gene therapies, clinical trials for rare neurological disorders, and the role of artificial intelligence in neurology and neurosurgery. Experts will present new research and clinical approaches in pediatric neuroscience.
Dr. Ruba Benini, Head of the Scientific Planning Committee for PNC 2026, emphasized that the conference offers a crucial platform for specialists to share knowledge and explore the latest advancements in the field. The scientific program has been meticulously designed to address critical areas, facilitating learning, collaboration, and professional development.
Dr. Ahmed Al Hammadi, Chair of Paediatric Medicine at Sidra Medicine, noted that this year's conference uniquely combines the nationally recognized Paediatric Neuroscience Conference with the 3rd GCC Paediatric Neurology Conferences. This collaboration aims to foster knowledge exchange, research, and clinical practices across Qatar, the region, and internationally, ultimately improving care for children and their families.
PNC 2026 will adopt a hybrid format, featuring in-person sessions in Doha and virtual access for global participants. The conference has received accreditation for 16.25 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours. Open to physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, pharmacists, residents, students, and researchers working in pediatric neuroscience, the event promises an enriching experience for all attendees.
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