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The Premier Otology focused event in the Middle East– Virtual Edition

Thursday, September 10, 2020

Under the patronage of H.E. Abdul Rahman Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of Health & Prevention in the United Arab Emirates, the Virtual Edition of the 8th Dubai Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery Conference will be held online from the 18th to the 20th of November. The Dubai Otology will particularly study normal and pathological anatomy and physiology of the ear as well as their diseases, diagnosis and treatment.

Dubai Otology 2020 provides the perfect opportunity to innovate and engage with the Otology community. This platform will deliver a first-class educational experience allowing everybody involved to present science and product innovations.

Over the years, Dubai Otology has established itself as a major event on the global calendar and received participants from the MENASA Region, Europe and the Americas. This year, Dubai Otology foregrounds a rich comprehensive agenda featuring more than 20 scientific sessions on the key topics related to Otology, while also witnessing the presence of 18"Best of the Best" experts and lecturers offering in-depth knowledge and sharing their clinical experiences on various case studies in this highly evolving field. This highly specialized conference is expected to draw over 700 visitors and participants from at least 20 countries including the UAE and various other parts of the world.

Supported by its scientific committee, the Virtual Edition of the 8th Dubai Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery Conference program addresses a number of advanced topics such as Audio Vestibular, Cochlear Implant, Facial Nerve, Stapes Surgery, Cholesteatoma Surgery, Eustachian Tube Surgery. In addition, the conference focuses on The Dizzy Patient, Implantable Hearing Devices and Advances in Tinnitus Management.

The Dubai Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery Conference, is sponsored by Advanced Bionics – Premium Partner, Hansaton – Elite Partner and MED-EL – Strategic Partner, Otex Oticon - Silver Partner  and held annually by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions – a member of INDEX Holding, in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE and a number of regional and international bodies such as Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Singapore, Pakistan Society of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Saudi Otolaryngology Society and Society of Otolaryngologists of Nepal.

Commenting on the Virtual Edition of the 8th Dubai Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery Conference, Dr. Ahmad Alamadi, Scientific Committee Chairman, said: "Due to the extraordinary events of Covid-19 pandemic, we are pleased to introduce a comprehensive 3 days online conference where experts from all over the globe will meet to discuss the latest advances in Otology and neurotology. In fact, it is a great opportunity to meet and interact with the experts from the comfort of your home. This year's event will present special sessions on implantable hearing devices, skull base surgery, tinnitus, facial nerve and much more."