European Arab Medical Congress EAMC2026


20 papers published from this event
Patrick Aeberhard, Cardiologist, former President of Médecins du Monde Doctors of the world Background The harm reduction paradigm emerged in the 1990s to address injection drug use and was progressively extended to all drug users.…
Addressing comorbidities is integral to pediatric epilepsy care. Systematic screening and coordinated rehabilitation improve outcomes, while policy efforts must ensure equitable insurance coverage for psychological and rehabilitative services.
Patrick Aeberhard, Cardiologist, former President of Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the world) Background The harm reduction paradigm emerged in the 1990s to address injection drug use and was progressively extended to all drug users.…
Effectiveness of Community-Based Rehabilitation Programs at Zayed Higher Organization for Persons with Disabilities (People of Determination) (An Approach in Light of the Lived Experiences of Beneficiaries with Disabilities) Background This study addresses the effectiveness of…
Introduction. The crucial question for medical assessment and, especially, intervention is if the assessment enough specific and sensible and if the intervention is capable to produce a significant improvement in the patient's condition. However, many…
In an increasingly multicultural world, the traditional, Western-centric models of trauma diagnosis and intervention often fall short. This presentation explores the latest advancements in trauma treatment, highlighting the critical need for culturally-oriented approaches ( Co-BEP,…
Kindness, empathy, and compassion are core skills in mental healthcare, underpinning therapeutic relationships, team collaboration, and overall system wellbeing. Yet, their meaning and expression vary across cultures, and interventions to foster these skills are often…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping how people perceive and interact with the world. AI-generated deepfakes, chatbots, and conversational agents can blur the line between reality and fabrication, potentially triggering or reinforcing delusional thinking in vulnerable…
Title: Physiotherapy Across the Perinatal Spectrum: Evidence-Based Strategies for Optimal Maternal Recovery Background & Purpose: The perinatal period—spanning pregnancy to postpartum—is marked by significant anatomical, hormonal, and functional changes. Without timely rehabilitation, these changes can…
Chronic pain is a prevalent and complex complication among critically ill patients, significantly impacting quality of life, functional status, and mental health. Its management is particularly challenging due to the multifaceted nature of pain, which…
Early assessment and timely psychological support are critical to pediatric rehabilitation, particularly for conditions of high prevalence and social impact in Gulf communities such as rare genetic diseases and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In the…
Title: Practice-Based Evidence in Rehabilitation: Exploring an Emerging Theme through a Narrative Review Author: Kirstie Hughes, Speech-Language Therapist Mediclinic City Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates University of the Witwatersrand Presenting Author Introduction / Background: Evidence-based…
The abstract highlights the integration of Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) in the rehabilitation of survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and child abuse at the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC), the UAE’s first licensed…
The Role of Diagnostic Imaging in the Prevention and Management of Post-Treatment Complications of Breast Cancer: An Integrated Perspective for Rehabilitators and Psychologists Authors: Teresa Abbattista Introduction: The comprehensive post-treatment management of breast cancer patients…
Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) represents a cardiology subspecialty that is devoted to the care of cardiac patients, early and long term after an acute event. CR, as a multidisciplinary care pathway, aims at improving both quality…
With the current multicultural clinical landscape, cultural competency is not a supplementary skill but a core element of effective speech-language pathology. This presentation explores the role of cultural competency in enhancing communication outcomes and client…
Abstract Spasticity is a complex motor disorder characterized by increased muscle tone and exaggerated tendon reflexes, often resulting from upper motor neuron lesions. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the management of spasticity presents unique…
Migrant workers often endure complex psychological stressors stemming from relocation, cultural disruption, limited legal protections, and exploitative working conditions. This qualitative case study explores the inner emotional landscapes of 25 migrant construction workers through a…
Eating disorders represent serious mental health conditions that are associated with significant physical, psychosocial, and economic burdens. These disorders frequently emerge during adolescence, a critical period for brain maturation and psychosocial development. Early intervention is…
Tobacco smoking remains the leading preventable cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with over 8 million deaths annually attributed to its direct and indirect effects (WHO, 2021). Despite the global public health emphasis on cessation,…