The scientific programme features a distinguished group of Syrian physicians and specialists working internationally, including:

• Prof. Mohammad Baro – Specialist in internal medicine, pulmonology and critical care in the United States.
• Prof. Firas Al-Bahjani – Specialist in coronary vascular diseases, London.
• Prof. Motaz Al-Sheikh – Specialist in surgical management, London.
• Prof. Hadi Assali – Specialist in critical care and acute clinical management, London.

The Faculty of Medicine at Tishreen University in Latakia, in collaboration with the Syrian British Medical Society (SBMS) and the Syrian American Medical Association (SAMS), hosted a scientific symposium aimed at postgraduate students, resident doctors, and practising physicians.

The symposium focused on contemporary approaches to the diagnosis and management of complex cardiovascular, respiratory, critical-care, and surgical conditions.

Key Topics

The scientific programme covered a range of important clinical subjects, including:

• Coronary artery disease and vascular conditions
• Modern approaches to complex surgical cases
• Management of cardiogenic and other forms of shock
• Advanced haemodynamic monitoring in critically ill patients
• Assessment and management of complex cardiovascular conditions
• Acute cardiac catheterisation
• Bronchoscopy and modern respiratory assessment
• Pulmonary function assessment in critically ill patients
• Advanced airway management and tracheal intubation

Event Details

Dates: Tuesday–Wednesday, 15–16 July 2025
Venue: Faculty of Medicine, Tishreen University, Latakia
Organisers: Faculty of Medicine, Tishreen University, SBMS & Syrian American Medical Association (SAMS)
Audience: Postgraduate students, resident doctors, and physicians

The symposium provided an opportunity for medical trainees and practising clinicians to benefit from international expertise, discuss challenging clinical scenarios, and gain insight into contemporary approaches to cardiovascular, respiratory, critical-care, and surgical medicine.