SEHA’s Tawam Hospital Strengthens Oncology Education with “Best of ASCO 2026 UAE”

Abu Dhabi, UAE – SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, has announced the launch of the “Best of ASCO 2026 UAE,” a two-day oncology education program organized by the Department of Oncology at SEHA’s Tawam Hospital. This initiative aims to present key updates from the “ASCO 2026” Annual Meeting to the oncology community in the UAE.

Scheduled for June 27 and 28, 2026, at the Al Ain Rotana Hotel, the program will convene oncology professionals from across the UAE. Participants will review significant scientific advancements and discuss their implications for clinical practice within the region. The event serves as a specialized platform for medical oncologists, hematologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, oncology pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare stakeholders involved in cancer care.

Comprehensive Program Structure

Chaired by Dr. Khalid Balaraj, Chair of the “BASCO 2026” Organizing Committee and Head of the Department of Oncology at SEHA’s Tawam Hospital, the program will feature eight scientific sessions, 47 licensed ASCO abstract presentations, and 15 partner-led sponsored sessions. The agenda encompasses critical disease areas, including breast cancer, gastrointestinal oncology, genitourinary cancers, prostate and gynecologic oncology, lung cancer, hematologic malignancies, melanoma and immunotherapy, sarcoma, central nervous system tumors, quality of care, care delivery, and supportive care.

The “Best of ASCO 2026 UAE” is designed to translate global oncology updates into practical discussions tailored for the UAE healthcare environment. The program will utilize concise, high-impact presentations and expert-moderated sessions to facilitate clinical exchange and multidisciplinary learning across various tumor types.

Enhancing Clinical Exchange

Dr. Balaraj emphasized the importance of this event, stating that it provides a vital platform for integrating global oncology updates into focused discussions with the UAE oncology community. The program aims to foster practical learning and strengthen clinical exchange, ultimately contributing to high-quality cancer care for patients in the UAE.

This initiative reinforces SEHA’s Tawam Hospital’s role as a central hub for oncology education and multidisciplinary cancer care. It reflects SEHA’s ongoing commitment to advancing medical education, enhancing specialized knowledge exchange, and promoting clinical excellence throughout its network.

By hosting the “Best of ASCO 2026 UAE” in Al Ain, SEHA’s Tawam Hospital is furthering the development of a connected oncology community that can engage with global scientific updates and apply relevant insights to patient care in the UAE.

About PureHealth

PureHealth stands as the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, with an ecosystem that aims to redefine health spans and challenge lifespans. The organization operates over 110 hospitals, 316 clinics, multiple diagnostic centers, health insurance solutions, pharmacies, and health tech initiatives. PureHealth is committed to advancing the science of longevity and is focused on introducing future healthcare innovations from the UAE to the global stage.

The PureHealth network includes:

• SEHA – A leading healthcare network of hospitals and clinics in the UAE.
• SEHA Clinics – Offering comprehensive community-based healthcare services.
• Daman (The National Health Insurance Company) – The UAE’s foremost health insurer.
• The Medical Office – Overseeing Sheikh Khalifa Hospitals and healthcare facilities established under the initiatives of H.H. The President of the UAE.
• Rafed – The UAE’s largest healthcare Group Purchasing Organization.
• PureLab – Managing the largest network of laboratories in the region.
• One Health – Providing end-to-end medical solutions to over 300 healthcare service providers.
• The Life Corner – Abu Dhabi’s first holistic pharmacy.
• Ardent Health Services – The fourth largest privately held acute care hospital operator in the US.
• Circle Health Group – The largest independent operator of hospitals in the UK.
• Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) – The largest private healthcare provider in Greece and Cyprus.
• PureCS – A leading cloud and technology services provider specializing in IT management and consulting solutions.
• Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) – The UAE’s largest healthcare complex, delivering integrated complex care.

For more information, visit PureHealth.

About SEHA

SEHA operates as an independent public joint stock company aimed at enhancing the curative activities of the public healthcare system in Abu Dhabi. It manages a significant number of public hospitals and clinics throughout the emirate. As a PureHealth asset, SEHA is integral to the largest healthcare platform in the Middle East.

SEHA is dedicated to continuously improving customer care to meet recognized international standards while providing the community with world-class healthcare. The organization operates 14 hospitals with over 2,600 beds, 70 ambulatory care centers, six dialysis centers, and four blood banks. Its facilities accommodate approximately 132,000 inpatients annually, conduct around 52,000 surgeries, and treat over 6.7 million outpatients.

As one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the Middle East, SEHA employs more than 20,000 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and administrative personnel. For further details, visit SEHA.

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