Conference days: 23-24 January 2027
Pre Conference workshops: 22 January 2027
14 Hrs
18.75 hrs
About MSC 2027
The MENA Spine Congress 2027 marks the third edition of this prestigious event, serving as a natural progression from the highly successful prior editions of the MSC. Building on this strong foundation, MSC 2027 continues its mission to elevate the attendee experience through a comprehensive program of sessions. These include keynote lectures, interactive panel discussions, and hands-on workshops, all designed to integrate the latest advancements and emerging technologies in spine care. The congress will convene leading professionals in spine surgery, healthcare, and research, providing a platform for the presentation of case studies and the exploration of practical solutions for complex spinal conditions. Furthermore, MSC 2027 offers an unparalleled networking opportunity, enabling attendees to connect with peers, industry leaders, and pioneers in spine surgery, fostering valuable collaborations within the global spine community.
Leadership
Organizing & Scientific Committee
Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh
Committee Chair
Consultant Spine Sergeon AO Spine MENA Education Officer Pan Arab Spine Society Chairman (UAE)
Dr. Omar Alnori
Consultant Orthopedic and Spine surgery at HMC Chairman AO Spine GCC.
Dr. Faisal Konbaz
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre.
Dr. Waleed Awwad
Professor of Orthopedic spine and scoliosis surgeon.
Dr. Nayef Bin Dajim
Chairman, Department of Spine Surgery at King Fahad Specialist Hospital.
Dr. Muzahem Taha
Assistant Prof. at College of Medicine Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Department.
Dr. Ghazwan Hasan
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Royal Private Hospital.
Dr. Fahad Alhelal
Section head Spine surgery at KAMC-RD Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNG-HA)
Advisory board members
Dr. Dan Riew
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Chief Cervical Spine Surgery and co-director of spine Fellowship at Columbia University. Professor of...
Dr. Richard Bransford
Professor of Orthopedics at the University of Washington.
DR.MOHIT BHANDARI
Dr. JENS CHAPMAN
DR. TONY TANNOURY
DR. OSCAR ALVES
Faculty speakers
Dr. Dan Riew
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Chief Cervical Spine Surgery and co-director of spine Fellowship at Columbia University. Professor of...
Dr. Omar Alnori
Consultant Orthopedic and Spine surgery at HMC Chairman AO Spine GCC.
Dr. Faisal Konbaz
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre.
Dr. Waleed Awwad
Professor of Orthopedic spine and scoliosis surgeon.
Dr. Nayef Bin Dajim
Chairman, Department of Spine Surgery at King Fahad Specialist Hospital.
Dr. Muzahem Taha
Assistant Prof. at College of Medicine Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Department.
Dr. Richard Bransford
Professor of Orthopedics at the University of Washington.
Dr. Ghazwan Hasan
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Royal Private Hospital.
Dr. Fahad Alhelal
Section head Spine surgery at KAMC-RD Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNG-HA)
DR.MOHIT BHANDARI
Dr. JENS CHAPMAN
DR. TONY TANNOURY
DR. OSCAR ALVES
Dr. Patrick Hsieh
Dr. Don Moore
Dr. Ashraf N. El Naga
Dr. Juan Emmerich
Dr. Klaus Schnake
Dr. Luke Kim
Dr. Ayush Sharma
Dr. Christian Morgenstern
Dr. Youssry El Hawary
Dr. Saleh Baeesa
Dr. Sultan Aldebeyan
Dr. Sami Aleissa
Dr Abdul Razzaq Al-Obaid
Dr. Abdulaziz Almutair
Dr. Joseph El Khalil
Dr. Mohamed Alasha
Dr. Imad Hashim
Dr. Yoshihisa Kotani
Dr. Yu LIANG
Dr. Arvind Kulkarni
Dr. Rizwan Akram
Dr. Nicandro Figueiredo
Prof Dr Carmen Vleggeert-Lankamp
Dr. Petr Vachata
Mr. Ahmed Ibrahim
Dr. Hani Mhaidli
Dr. Mohamed Armouty
Dr. Sultan AlKalbani
Dr. Khalifa Alghafri
Dr. Ahmed Shawky
Dr. Nader Hebelah
Dr. Marcus Head
Dr. Rami Salameh
Dr. Kaled Faraj
Dr. Michael, Antony Louis Rex
Dr. Waleed Hekal
Dr. Aseem Alhaj
Dr. Sandesh Lakkol
Dr. Nikola Jevtić
Mr. Gerald Huesh
Dr. Alex Thabane
Dr Mason Alnori
Dr. Mohamed El-Sharkawi
Bradley Jacobs
Dr. W. Bradley Jacobs is a spinal surgeon at Vancouver General Hospital/University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada...
AO SYC Members
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Registration
Early Bird Registration - Before September 30 2027
Workshops
Day 22
Afternoon Workshop
From 14:00 – 17:00
Day 24
Morning Workshops
From 8:00 – 13:00
Afternoon Workshop
From 14:00 – 17:00
Accommodation
All rates below are per room, per night, and include breakfast. The check-in and
check-out information is as follows:
Check-in: 15:00, Check-out: 12:00.
We offer the option for free cancellation until January 15, 2027.
Scientific Partners
Diamond Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Exhibitors
