Dubai Bone & Joint Center (DBAJ), the center for musculoskeletal treatment and research in the Middle East has constantly strived to align themselves with best practices and internationally acclaimed standards in the healthcare industry in their quest to provide the best musculoskeletal treatment and care. Taking this philosophy forward DBAJ will play an important role in the upcoming Orthopedic Conference which is part of Arab Health 2009 from 26-28 January 2009.
DBAJs elite panel of expert doctors will share their thoughts and experiences during various sessions which will be held across the 3-days of the conference; Dr. Maarten Spruit - ‘THA: Literature Review on Un-cemented Cups’ and ‘Fusion’, Dr. Mike van Steijn - ‘Ligament Balancing in TKA’, ‘Managing Bone Loss in Revision TKA’ and ‘Cartilage Lesions and Treatment Options’, Dr. William Murrell - ‘The Athlete’s Shoulder’ and ‘Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair’, Dr. Shah Khan - ‘Single Event Multiple Level Resections (SEMLR) for Lower Limbs in Cerebral Palsy’ and ‘Management of Flat Foot - The Best Foot Forward’, Dr. Zbiggy Brodzinsky - ‘Minimal Invasive Surgery for Symptomatic Discs’ and Mr. Rashid Buhari - ‘Conservative Treatment Algorithm for Low Back Pain’.
Suzanne Al Houby, Vice President, Dubai Bone & Joint Center said, “Through the Orthopedic Conference DBAJ intends to provide a platform to discuss the various medical developments and the changing healthcare environment in the Middle East. The UAE healthcare industry does set high standards of operation and has been a preferred destination for medical tourists from across the region.”
“Our specialized doctors have vast global experience, represent a number of medical associations and have lectured at various global seminars and symposiums, and are extremely keen to share their experiences with peers from the medical industry”, added Ms. Al Houby.
Inviting participation from medical professionals across the globe, Dr. Maarten Spruit, Medical Director & Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, DBAJ and Chairman of the Orthopedic Conference said, “The orthopedic field has witnessed some major developments over the years and with the growing incidence of musculoskeletal illnesses, it is very important for all medical practitioners related to Orthopedics to offer the same high standards of treatment options. The Orthopedic Conference has been designed with this specific aim and we hope to attract a lot of participation, and optimize the opportunity to discuss various orthopedic issues, treatment options and health standards.”
To be held from January 26-29 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Arab Health 2009 will feature internationally accredited conferences, addressed by hundreds of eminent and internationally acclaimed speakers and will be attended by some of the leading medical and health experts from across the globe.
About Dubai Bone and Joint Center:
Dubai Bone and Joint Center (DBAJ) is the first center for musculoskeletal treatment and research in the Middle East, offering patients world-class specialists and facilities to improve their quality of life and to have a chance to live a pain free life.
DBAJ aims to operate according to international healthcare standards by offering residents and expatriates in the Middle East the highest quality and the latest innovative treatments and evidence-based medicine according to international protocols.
The center addresses various conditions ranging from pediatric pathology and adult spinal conditions to joints disorders, sports injuries and rheumatology. It offers spinal surgery, total joint arthroplasty, revision total joint arthroplasty, limb deformity correction, non-union surgery, foot deformity surgery, treatment for neuromuscular disorders, orthopedic pediatric surgery and sports medicine.
DBAJ is a committed associate of the government's efforts to develop Dubai into a 'Center of Medical Excellence' for the region. It is a member of Dubai Healthcare City.
