On Saturday, the city of Benghazi kicked off the first International Conference on Hand Surgery, organized by the Libyan Association for Hand Surgery and supported by the Libyan government. The conference, a first of its kind in Libya, is being held in the Gulf Company Hall. It aims to expand and develop the medical specialty of hand surgery and facilitate the exchange of expertise and information among specialists from around the world.
Dr. Abdul Rahim Al-Jayar, president of the conference and the Libyan Association for Hand Surgery, highlighted the conference’s significance as an unprecedented step for the medical specialty in Libya. He noted that the event seeks to spotlight the latest developments in hand surgery, including the use of stem cells and artificial intelligence in reconstructive procedures, as well as advancements in prosthetics.
The conference features visual presentations of complex hand surgeries and discussions on congenital and acquired hand deformities, diseases, and injuries. It has attracted a distinguished group of Arab and international doctors and specialists, who have enriched the scientific dialogue.
Dr. Fouad Asal, the Secretary-General of the Arab Union of Hand Surgery Associations, expressed his satisfaction with the successful organization of the event. He praised the year-long efforts of the Libyan Association for Hand Surgery in preparing for the conference and noted the crucial role of government support in its success. Asal mentioned that Libya aims to establish a strong presence in the medical field both regionally and internationally.
Dr. Mohammed El-Ban, a professor of plastic surgery and secretary of the Egyptian Hand Surgery Association, emphasized the importance of the scientific contributions at the conference. He pointed out that the recommendations issued will benefit doctors and patients by showcasing the latest innovations in hand surgery.
The conference will last for three days and includes scientific and research sessions aimed at enhancing medical research in hand surgery and developing medical services in Libya and the Arab region.
