ADNEC All Set to Host 20th Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology Congress

Abu Dhabi-UAE: 21April, 2015 – Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) is gearing up to host the 20th edition of Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology Congress (APSC) from 29 April to 2 May, 2015 in conjunction with the XX World Congress of Echocardiography and Allied Techniques 2015 and the 6thAnnual Emirates Cardiac Society Congress 2015.

Held for the first time in the Middle East,the biennial Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology Congress aims to provide a regional meeting platform for cardiovascular surgeons, physicians and cardiology specialists to disseminate their knowledge and experience in cardiology focusing on the theme ‘Bringing the Middle East and Far East Together’. 

It will also draw the participation of hundreds of fellows and residents in cardiothoracic and cardiology training programmes, nurses, physician assistants, allied health professionals and medical students to explore and benefit from cutting edge research and the latest findings in cardiovascular care. 
The conference will feature a rich scientific programmeand share insights on the recent advances of general cardiology, echocardiography and imaging, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, and paediatric cardiology. In addition, it will offer workshops on fetal cardiology, 3D echocardiography, deformation imaging, tobacco cessation and ECG, among others. 

Khalifa Al Qubaisi, Head of Sales, Conference, Congress and Events at Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), said:“ADNEC is all set to host this important medical congressthat will offer us an excellent opportunity to discuss latest technologies in medical diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases. As part of our priority to promote Abu Dhabi as a leading business tourism destination, ADNEC is committed to meet the requirements of our existing and upcoming events through expanding and upgrading our facilities. The consistent growth in our conference portfolio is testament to our ability to successfully host a diversified array of international events.”

Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee, commented: “The 20th edition of the Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology Congress has established itself as one of the most premier events with thousands of delegates attending each year from all over Asia, Europe and the Middle East. It is an excellent platform to not only shed light on developments, techniques, diagnosis and treatment options but also to exchange expertise and views with leaders in the field.”

ADNEC offers 133,000 sq m of inter-connected floor space to match the expectations of a wide variety of events and exhibitions. Equipped with modern facilities and built to international standards, the venue attracted 1.6 million people across 327 events in 2014.