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Special Acknowledgement
The Dubai Derma 2013 organising and scientic committees sincerely thank all speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, participants and visitors who made a valuable contribution in the events success.
His Excellency Engr. Essa Al Haj Al Maidooor, Director General of Dubai Health Authority inaugurated the thirteenth edition of the Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition Dubai Derma 2013 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Pre-Conference Course
The Pre Conference Course on Dermatology & Dermatopathology which was held on April 12th 15th was aimed to prepare the participants for the Arab Board of Dermatology. The major topics covered are: Alopecia, Clinical Cases for the Boards, Cosmeceuticals, Dermatopathology Cases Common and May Be Seen in the Exam, Establishing Hair Clinic, Facial Muscles Anatomy, General Non-Neoplastic Dermatopathology Patterns, Genodermatoses, Highlight of Arab Board Residency Program, Histopathology of Blistering Disorders, Keranitization, Latest in Acne, Skin Adnexal Neoplasm, Skin Manifestation of Systemic Diseases and Skin Emergency, Skin Tumors, Structural Biology of Epidermis and Basement Membrane, Surgery for Dermatologist, Systemic Therapy and Topical Therapy.
The course showcased the very popular Mock Exam. The exam simulate the environment of the Arab Board of Dermatology exam and allowed the attendees to feel acquainted and at ease for the real board exam. The Mock Exam comprised of questions not only covered during the preconference course sessions, but those that may be asked during the actual exam in May. In addition, the highest 3 marks were honored with cash prizes.
Conference
The Dubai Derma Conference provided high-quality sessions & lectures that meet the medical education and training requirements of Dermatologists and Professionals of this eld. The topics highlighted were: Acne, Aesthetic Medicine, Alopecia, Anti-Aging, Best Practices for 2013, Body Contouring, Chemical Peels, Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatological Therapies & Surgeries, Dermatology Science, Dermatopathology, Facial Rejuvenation Techniques, Hair & Nail Disorders & Treatments, Hyperpigmentation of the Skin, Latest in Dermatopharmacotherapy, Latest in Medical Dermatology & Research, Lasers, Leukoderma, Liposuction, Melasma, Nanodermatology, Pediatric Dermatology, Plastic Surgery for the Dermatologist, Psoriasis, Psychodermatology, Rhinoplasty and Vitiligo. Once again the conference featured the popular Case Report Presentation and Competition. Resident doctors from Tawam Hospital and Sheikh Khalifa Medical Centre (SKMC) participated. The Best Cases presented by Dr. Ahmed Bany Hashem, Dr. Khawla Al Nuaimi and Dr. Ayman Al Naeem were acknowledged.
The UAE University recognised Dubai Dermas aim to provide an opportunity for continuing medical education in the eld of dermatology and accredited the scientic program with 18 credit hours.
Exhibition
The glamorous exhibition reected a rich skin care market with an exhibition space of more than 5,000sqm. It was well attended with over 230 companies from 55 countries who displayed leading brands in Dermatology & Laser. Dubai Derma marked another milestone of success with the attendance of the worlds top specialists and doctors. More than 6,000 Visitors and Conference Participants viewed the spectacular display of an array of products and equipments during the three-day exhibition.
Exhibitors Survey
Nearly all exhibitors met their objectives in launching their state-of-the-art equipment and latest products to a world-wide audience whilst establishing new contacts, expanding new markets, nding new agents/distributors/importers and obtaining new clients.
95%
98%
of the visitors consider Dubai Derma as a platform to generate new business leads.
61%
Were pleased with the quality and quantity of visitors at Dubai Derma 2013.
93%
95%
Were satised with the overall organisation and services provided by the organisers.
31%
Im very happy because year after year I see that Dubai Derma becomes a big congress in the Middle East and worldwide. I see more and more dermatologists with high quality lectures. Its important for the laboratories in the region to participate and support Dubai Derma to become a world congress. General Manager, Bioderma
Jean Gerard
Dubai Derma is an exciting event; we had very good exposure to regional doctors from across the region and from different countries. We are looking forward to launch more of our products in Dubai Derma 2014.
Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of the Participants and Visitors at Dubai Derma 2013
Nidal Naji
We participate in Dubai Derma every year and consider the participation to be valuable. Dubai Derma is very well-organised; the attendance to our stand was very good and better than the previous years. The quality of the visitors is great.
Assaad Atallah
We are attending Dubai Derma for many years and it is becoming bigger and bigger. Its important for us to attend this major event in the Middle East which provided a great business platform where we meet a lot of Dermatologists from the Middle East.
Consultant Dermatologists/ Professors in Dermatology Physicians / General / Medical Practitioners Business Investors / Developers / Directors / Managers / Executives Cosmetic Surgeons Laser Surgeons / Laser Specialists Plastic Surgeons Cosmetics / Pharmaceutical / Medical Traders Anti-Aging Specialists Key Decision Makers and Government Representatives Others: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Media Beauty Specialists / Therapists
2140 1104 834 588 505 494 454 334 267 229 215 203 193 160
Hanane Flayou
Dubai Derma is the biggest event in the Middle East and Asia. More than 1500 doctors visited our booth. Its a good opportunity for us to be in Dubai Derma and we have a plan to make a bigger booth next year.
Jamil Maalouf
We celebrate another year in Dubai Derma; we are growing very fast and each year is always better. We have live treatments in our booth to show our machine and technology for non-invasive medical treatments. The doctors tried the machines and we are achieving great results.
Manager, MC Body
Roger Treit
Its our 6th year in Dubai Derma and we had a tremendous experience. Dubai Derma 2013 has been a wonderful event. We saw the improvement of the crowd ow into our booth and this year has been a very good year for us.
Its Medicas 10th year in Dubai Derma. The organisation is amazing thats why we keep on coming every year. We have a big stand this year and participants are enthusiastic to come to us to know the latest technology.
Health Care Practitioners Wellness and Spa Managers and Owners Aestheticians / Cosmetologists
Joseph Zgheib
Dubai Derma is a well-organised event and one of the best that weve attended. Next year we plan to have a bigger booth with a bigger investment because we found out that our key customers visit us here and we have a chance to promote our product on a broader perspective with more number of customers. Brand Manager, Lunatus
Pharmaceutical Professionals and Medical Representatives 157 Hair and Nail Therapists 139
1 15 3 12 5 7 48 26 1 4 13 7 15 11 13 9 7 6 92 2 43 7 47 7 50 19 428 11 98 85 6 36 12 93 3 6 292 91 24 7 3
Social Activities
Distinguished guests and speakers of Dubai Derma 2013 had a leisurely evening during the VIP Dinner on April 15th at the Emirates Towers Hotel. The Dubai Derma 2013 Gala Dinner held last April 17th in Atlantis, The Palm added a more memorable experience to the delegates of the event. Guests had the opportunity to network with the cream of the crop in the industry in an amazing atmosphere and great entertainment.
Malaysia 25 Mexico 7 Monaco 6 Morocco 17 Netherlands 19 New Zealand 8 Nigeria 47 Norway 3 Oman 298 Pakistan 320 Palestine 9 Peru 2 Philippines 17 Poland 8 Portugal 4 Qatar 249 Romania 13 Russian Federation 18 Saudi Arabia 546 Sierra Leone 7 Singapore 36 Slovak Republic 18 South Africa 17 South Korea 57 Spain 24 Sri Lanka 28 Sudan 42 Sweden 20 Switzerland 32 Syria 102 Tanzania 4 Thailand 13 The Netherlands 3 Togo 4 Tunisia 3 Turkey 25 Turkmenistan 2 UAE 4,159 UK 65 USA 46 Yemen 28
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