Abu dhabi: SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth and the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced the commencement of 'Best of ASCO 2026 UAE'. This two-day oncology education programme is convened by the Department of Oncology at SEHA's Tawam Hospital, aiming to bring selected updates from the 'ASCO 2026' Annual Meeting to the UAE oncology community.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event is taking place on 27th and 28th June 2026 at Al Ain Rotana Hotel, gathering oncology professionals from across the UAE. The programme is designed to review key scientific developments and explore their implications for real-world clinical settings across the country.
The event provides a platform for medical oncologists, haematologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, oncology pharmacists, nurses, allied health professionals, and healthcare stakeholders involved in cancer care. Chaired by Dr Khalid Balaraj, Chair of the 'BASCO 2026' Organising Committee and Chair of the Department of Oncology at SEHA's Tawam Hospital, the programme includes eight scientific sessions, 47 licensed ASCO abstract presentations, and 15 scientific partner-led sponsored sessions.
The agenda focuses on major disease areas, including breast cancer, gastrointestinal oncology, genitourinary, prostate and gynaecologic oncology, lung cancer, haematologic malignancies, melanoma and immunotherapy, sarcoma, central nervous system tumours, quality of care, care delivery, and supportive care. 'Best of ASCO 2026 UAE' is designed to translate selected global oncology updates into practical discussions for the UAE healthcare setting.
Through concise presentations and expert-moderated sessions, the programme supports clinical exchange and multidisciplinary learning across major tumour types. Dr. Balaraj noted the significance of the event in providing a platform for focused discussion with the UAE oncology community. The programme aims to support practical learning, strengthen clinical exchange, and contribute to high-quality cancer care for patients across the UAE.
The event underscores SEHA's Tawam Hospital's role as a convening hub for oncology education and multidisciplinary cancer care. It also reflects SEHA's ongoing commitment to supporting medical education, advancing specialised knowledge exchange, and strengthening clinical excellence across its network. By hosting 'Best of ASCO 2026 UAE' in Al Ain, SEHA's Tawam Hospital continues to foster the development of a connected oncology community capable of engaging with global scientific updates and applying relevant insights to patient care in the UAE.