Est. 1995 · The UAE’s National Society for Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Advancing Gastroenterology Across the Emirates

The Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society (EGHS) was formed in 1995 as a subspecialty society of the Emirates Medical Association, advancing the science and practice of digestive diseases through professional collaboration among doctors across the UAE.

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President's Message

A word from our President

Dr Abdulla Al Hassani, President, Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society
Dr Abdulla Al Hassani

It is with great pride that I serve as President of the Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society. For thirty years, EGHS has united GI professionals across the UAE, and today our affiliations with WGO, ESGE, APAGE, and UEG connect our members to the wider region and the world. As we look ahead, our focus is strengthening education, advancing clinical guidelines, and building a Society our members are proud to be part of. Thank you for being part of this community.

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21–22 November 2026 | Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City

EGHS Conference 2026

The Society’s annual scientific meeting, bringing together specialists across the UAE and the region.

Who we are and what we work towards

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Vision

To be the premier organization representing its members at national, regional and international platforms to ensure the highest possible standards of quality and efficient comprehensive care and practice of digestive diseases.

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Mission

To advance the science and practice of gastroenterology and hepatology across the UAE, and to promote — among healthcare professionals and the wider public — an awareness of the prevention, early diagnosis, and optimal care of digestive and liver disorders, through high-quality education, training, clinical guidelines and advocacy for the patients we serve.

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Objectives

  1. To generate awareness on the importance of digestive health and the early prevention of digestive diseases.
  2. To create a forum of medical experts who aim to keep the medical field updated.
  3. To contribute to the development of guidelines for the management of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in a multifaceted approach.
  4. To encourage the adoption of a healthy lifestyle as a key factor in preventing various digestive diseases.
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Science Hub

Guidelines & Journals

Reference guidelines from the leading GI societies and a curated selection of gastroenterology and hepatology journals, kept up to date for our members.

Global Affiliations

World Gastroenterology Organisation logo
European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy logo
Asian Pacific Association of Gastroenterology logo
United European Gastroenterology logo
Membership

Join the Emirates Gastroenterology & Hepatology Society

Membership registration is completed through the Emirates Medical Association’s secure portal, where applicants select EGHS as their society.