Saudi Endoscopy Days 2026
Saudi Endoscopy Days 2026
Advancing therapeutic and diagnostic endoscopy — King Salman Auditorium, KFSH&RC, Riyadh · 13–14 November 2026
Dates
13–14 November 2026
Venue
King Salman Auditorium, KFSH&RC, Riyadh
Riyadh
CME credits
20
Attendees
300+
About the meeting
Saudi Endoscopy Days is the Saudi Gastroenterology Association's flagship endoscopy meeting. The 2026 edition runs Friday–Saturday 13–14 November at the King Salman Auditorium, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Riyadh, with an optional pre-conference hands-on workshop day on Thursday 12 November at the Almohammadiah Simulation Center. The workshop covers ARMA, hemostasis, defect closure, stenting, polypectomy, ERCP 101, EUS 101, endoscopic suturing, and Endoflip. The main programme features lectures from distinguished international faculty (Prateek Sharma, Christopher Thompson, Sachin Wani, Amit Bhatt, John Pandolfino, Aziz Adam, Giuseppe Vanella), live cases from KFSH Riyadh, remote live cases piped in from Northwestern (Chicago) and Advent Health (Orlando), and cases from India (Vinay Dhir, Amyn Hajji). The programme spans endoluminal endoscopy in GI bleeding, colorectal surveillance, endoscopy suite design, functional lumen imaging, bariatric endoscopy, Barrett's dysplasia, robotics and emerging technologies, complications management, ERCP cannulation, EUS in modern gastroenterology, endohepatology, and video case presentations.
Learning objectives
- Master strategies for endoluminal endoscopy in GI bleeding — variceal and non-variceal
- Optimise colorectal surveillance using contemporary guidelines, pearls and cost considerations
- Design a high-functioning endoscopy suite from architecture to workflow
- Apply functional lumen imaging (Endoflip) from diagnostic to therapeutic use
- Position AI, bariatric endoscopy, dysplastic Barrett's care, and robotics within a 2026 practice
- Master rescue techniques for endoscopic complications before calling surgery
- Refine ERCP cannulation and expand the EUS toolkit including endohepatology
- Learn from live cases delivered by international, regional and Saudi expert endoscopists
Scientific themes
Scientific programme
Pre-conference — Thursday, 12 November 2026 · Hands-on day (optional)
Session A — Lecture Series
Chairpersons: Dr. Saad AlRajhi · Dr. Mohammad Albesher · Dr. Eyad Gaddour · Dr. Motib AlAbdulwahab
09:00–09:30
BreakRegistration
09:50–10:00
OpeningOpening remarks
Speakers: Dr. Aymen Almuhaidb · Dr. Ahmad Bazarbashi
10:00–10:15
LectureLumps and bumps: Approach to diagnostic EUS for subepithelial lesions
Speaker: Dr. Jenan Ghaith (Jordan)
10:15–10:30
LectureVariceal Bleeding: Beyond Banding
Speaker: Dr. Yousef Alshamali (AlAmiri Hospital, Kuwait)
10:30–10:45
LectureStrictures of the upper gastrointestinal tract: from dilation to stenting
Speaker: Dr. Sulaiman Alshangiti (KKUH)
10:45–11:00
Q&AQuestions and Answers
11:00–11:15
BreakBreak
Live Cases for Fellows
Chairpersons: Dr. Badr AlAjlan · Dr. Hesham Aljohani · Dr. Abdullah AlMousa
11:30–13:00
Live CaseImam Abdulrahman University Hospital — ERCP stone / SpyGlass
Speakers: Dr. Turki AlAmri · Dr. Ibrahim AlHafid
12:00–14:00
Live CaseQassim Health — Diagnostic EUS FNB
Speakers: Dr. Nawaf Almutairi · Dr. Abdullah Alqafari
12:00–14:00
Live CaseKAUH-Jeddah — Stricture Dilation
Speakers: Dr. Majid Alsahafi · Dr. Sarah Alghamdi
12:00–14:00
Live CaseKKUH-Riyadh — EMR / Polypectomy
Speakers: Dr. Ammar Alotaibi · Dr. Mohammad Almubarak
12:00–14:00
Live CaseKFMC-Riyadh — Hemostasis / Band Ligation
Speakers: Dr. Nawaf Alotaibi · Dr. Adel Alghamdi
13:00–14:30
MealLunch
Anti-reflux Mucosotomy ARMA (Sponsored by ERBE)
Chairpersons: Dr. Saad Alrajhi · Dr. Mohammad Albesher · Dr. Motib AlAbdulwahab
14:30–18:30
WorkshopARMA lecture and hands-on demonstration
Speaker: Dr. Prateek Sharma
Hands-on Stations (14:30–18:30)
14:30–18:30
Hands-onHemostasis (variceal and non-variceal) LT
Speakers: Dr. Ali Al Ali · Dr. Ahmed AlHarbi
14:30–18:30
Hands-onDefect Closure Management LT
Speakers: Dr. Sulaiman Al Shangiti · Dr. Ahmed AlKayal
14:30–18:30
Hands-onLuminal Stent placement
Speakers: Dr. Jenan Alghaith · Dr. Abdullah Alshahrani
14:30–18:30
Hands-onPolypectomy techniques LT
Speakers: Dr. Hesham Aljohany · Dr. Abdulaziz Almasoud
14:30–18:30
Hands-onERCP 101
Speakers: Dr. Riad Azar · Dr. Sayed Anjum Gardezi
14:30–18:30
Hands-onEUS 101
Speakers: Dr. Hussein Okasha · Dr. Resheed Alkhiari
14:30–18:30
Hands-onEndoscopic Suturing 101 LT
Speakers: Dr. Abdulla Almousa · Dr. Raed Sulaiman
14:30–18:30
Hands-onEndoflip 101
Speakers: Dr. John Pandolfino · Dr. Aziz Adam
Evening — Endoflip Dinner Lecture and Hands-on Demonstration
20:30–22:30
WorkshopEndoflip Dinner Lecture and Hands-on Demonstration (Limited numbers: Nurses, Physicians, Trainees)
Speakers: Dr. Aziz Adam · Dr. John Pandolfino
Moderators: Dr. Ahmad Bazarbashi · Dr. Aymen AlMuhaidb
Day 1 — Friday, 13 November 2026 · King Salman Auditorium, KFSH&RC
Session 1 — Endoscopy in Practice
08:00–09:00
BreakWelcome and registration (breakfast)
09:00–09:10
OpeningOpening remarks
09:10–09:25
LectureLuminal Endoscopy in GI Bleeding: Strategies for Success
Speaker: Dr. Mohammad Almobarak
09:25–09:40
LectureColorectal Surveillance: Optimizing Care — Guidelines, Pearls, And Cost Consideration
Speaker: Dr. Abdulaziz AlMasoud
09:40–09:55
LectureFrom Space to Scope: Building High Functioning Endoscopy Suite
Speaker: Dr. Badr AlAjlan
09:55–10:20
Tandem TalkNorthwestern University Sponsored Lecture: Endoluminal Functional Lumen Imaging Probe — from diagnostic role to therapeutic applications
Speakers: Dr. John Pandolfino · Dr. Aziz Adam
10:20–10:35
PanelPanel Discussion
10:35–11:45
Live CaseKFSH Live Cases (× 3 cases)
11:45–13:00
BreakBreak and Prayer
Session 2 — Distinguished International Faculty
13:00–13:15
LectureArtificial Intelligence in GI: Translating AI into Clinical Practice
Speaker: Dr. Prateek Sharma
13:15–13:30
LectureBariatric and Metabolic Endoscopy: Current Approaches and Future Directions
Speaker: Dr. Christopher Thompson
13:30–13:45
LectureFrom Detection to Eradication: Modern Treatment Pathways for Dysplastic Barrett's Esophagus
Speaker: Dr. Sachin Wani
13:45–14:00
LectureEndoscopy 2030: Robotics and Emerging Technologies
Speaker: Dr. Amit Bhatt
14:00–14:15
PanelPanel Discussion
14:15–15:30
Live CaseLive case — King Faisal Specialist Hospital (× 3 cases)
15:30–16:00
BreakCoffee Break
Session 3 — Complications in Endoscopic Practice
16:00–16:15
LectureBefore You Call Surgery: Practical Rescue Techniques Every Endoscopist Should Master
Speaker: Dr. Hazem Hammad
16:15–16:30
LectureScars you don't see: Emotional and psychological impact of endoscopic complication
Speaker: Dr. Ramzi Mulki
16:30–18:00
Live CaseLive Case — Northwestern University Chicago & Advent Health Orlando
18:00
ClosingAdjourn
20:30
MealFaculty Dinner (location TBA; buses leave 19:30)
Day 2 — Saturday, 14 November 2026 · King Salman Auditorium, KFSH&RC
Session 4 — Round Table Discussion
08:00–08:30
BreakWelcome and registration
08:30–10:00
Case & PanelRound Table Discussion (4–5 cases, 15 minutes each) — includes an Endoflip case discussion
Speakers: Dr. Ahmad Bazarbashi · Dr. Aymen Al Muhaidb
10:00–11:00
Industry Symp.GI Jeopardy
11:00–12:00
Live CaseLive cases — India (2–3 cases, Dr Vinay Dhir) + Recorded Case with Dr Amyn Hajji
Speakers: Dr. Vinay Dhir · Dr. Amyn Hajji
12:00–12:45
MealLunch and Prayer
Session 5 — State of the Art Pancreaticobiliary and Endohepatology
12:45–13:00
LectureFrom Persistence to Prudence: Avoiding Risk in ERCP Cannulation
Speaker: Dr. Giuseppe Vanella
13:00–13:15
LectureThe Expanding Role of EUS In Modern Gastroenterology
Speaker: Dr. Hussein Okasha
13:15–13:30
LectureEndoHepatology — Your Gateway to Complete Liver Care
Speaker: Dr. Ahmad Bazarbashi
13:30–13:45
PanelPanel Discussion
13:45–14:45
Industry Symp.Video Case Presentations (VideoGIE sponsored — free submission; 5 presentations × 10 minutes)
14:45–15:00
ClosingGroup Pictures / Announcement of winners
15:00
ClosingAdjourn
Registration
Limited to 300 delegatesEarly-bird until September 30, 2026 · Regular until November 5, 2026
Conference (two days)
Friday–Saturday · 10–11 April
| Non-member | SAR 1,000 |
| SGA Member | SAR 500 |
| Nurse / Trainee | SAR 300 |
Pre-conference hands-on day (optional)
Thursday 9 April · Almohammadiah Simulation Center
| Non-member | SAR 500 |
| SGA Member | SAR 300 |
| Nurse / Trainee | SAR 150 |
Thursday hands-on day — 9 April
Almohammadiah Simulation Center · Lecture series, live cases for fellows, ERBE-sponsored ARMA, 8 hands-on stations.
Tick "hands-on day" in the registration form to reserve — limited numbers, especially the evening Endoflip dinner lecture.
Payment is by bank transfer — the secretariat will email you the transfer details after you submit the form.
Venues & accommodation
Venue
King Salman Auditorium, KFSH&RC, Riyadh
Main programme (Fri–Sat 13–14 Nov): King Salman Auditorium, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Optional pre-conference workshop (Thu 12 Nov): Almohammadiah Simulation Center, Riyadh
View on mapHost website →Accommodation
Room-block hotel to be announced by the secretariat
Committees
Organizing Committee
Prof. Majed Almadi
SGA President · Organizing Committee
King Saud University
Dr. Aymen Almuhaidb
Organizing Committee
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center
Dr. Ahmad Bazarbashi
Organizing Committee
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center
Dr. Fahad Alsohaibani
Organizing Committee
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center
Scientific Committee
Dr. Aymen AlmuhaidbChair
Scientific Committee co-chair
KFSH&RC
Dr. Ahmad BazarbashiChair
Scientific Committee co-chair
KFSH&RC
Dr. Fahad Alsohaibani
Scientific Committee
KFSH&RC
Dr. Motib Alabdulwahab
Scientific Committee
Dr. Badr Alajlan
Scientific Committee
KFSH — Riyadh
Dr. Abdulrhaman Alfadda
Scientific Committee
Dr. Adnan Almahroug
Scientific Committee
Barbara Czapla
Scientific Committee
Dr. Abed Allehebi
Scientific Committee
Dr. Faris Alotaibi
Scientific Committee
Beverly Jo Bo
Scientific Committee
Divina Asug
Scientific Committee
Dr. Nawaf Almutairi
Scientific Committee
Prof. Majed Almadi
Scientific Committee
King Saud University
Faculty
International, regional and Saudi endoscopy experts
Your guide to Riyadh
Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, is the country's largest city and the economic and cultural heart of the Kingdom. Delegates travelling to Saudi Endoscopy Days 2026 will find a modern, easy-to-navigate metropolis with world-class hotels, an efficient international airport, on-demand ride-hailing everywhere, and a growing metro network. This section brings together practical information to help you plan your trip.
Kingdom Centre
Diriyah (UNESCO)
King Abdullah Financial District
National Museum
Al Bujairi Terrace
Edge of the World
City highlights
Historic Diriyah (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge, the National Museum of Saudi Arabia, Al Masmak Fortress, King Abdullah Financial District, and the vibrant Boulevard Riyadh City entertainment zone. All within a 30-minute drive of the venues.
Weather in April
Mild and pleasant. Daytime temperatures typically range from 24 to 32 °C and evenings cool to 15 to 20 °C. Light business attire is recommended for the venues; a light jacket is useful for cooler evenings.
Currency & payments
The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is fixed at approximately 3.75 SAR to 1 USD. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted almost everywhere. The national payment network Mada powers most cards. Tipping is not required but is appreciated for good service.
Entry & visa
GCC nationals enter visa-free. Citizens of 60+ countries (including UK, USA, Canada, EU states, and most of Southeast Asia) can obtain a Saudi eVisa online through visa.visitsaudi.com in minutes. A valid Umrah or Hajj visa can also be used to attend. Please check current requirements for your passport at least 4 weeks before travel.
Airport → venue transfer
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) sits north of central Riyadh; the drive to KFSH&RC and the King Salman Auditorium is roughly 35–40 km and typically takes 45–70 minutes depending on time of day. Weekday morning and late-afternoon peaks (7–9 AM and 4–7 PM) can push it to 75–90 minutes. Uber and Careem are available on arrival — expect 80–110 SAR for a standard ride, more during surge. Metered airport taxis run around 100–120 SAR. Ride-sharing pickup zones are clearly signposted at every arrivals terminal. If you land during peak hours, budget extra time for the transfer.
Getting around Riyadh
Uber and Careem operate throughout the city 24/7 with short waits and English-speaking drivers. The Riyadh Metro network is now open. Standard taxis (yellow) and Kaiyan branded taxis are widely available. Renting a car is straightforward with an international driving permit.
Time zone & language
Riyadh is on Arabia Standard Time (GMT+3), with no daylight saving. Arabic is the official language; English is widely used in hospitality, medical and business settings. All conference sessions are delivered in English.
Cultural notes
The weekend in Saudi Arabia is Friday and Saturday. Modest dress is recommended in public spaces. Alcohol is not sold or served. All restaurants at the venues and around Riyadh serve halal food. Public spaces pause briefly during the five daily prayers; delegates are welcome — not required — to observe.
Emergency numbers
Unified emergency line: 911. Ambulance (Saudi Red Crescent): 997. Civil Defence (fire, disaster): 998. Traffic accidents: 993. Nearest hospitals: KFSH&RC and King Saud University Medical City, both a short drive from the venues.
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