SSMC HIV Conference 2027

Masterclass in
HIV Medicine

Join leading regional and international experts for a multidisciplinary scientific symposium exploring the latest advances in HIV prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical care.

20 March 2027
Abu Dhabi, UAE

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About the Conference

Advancing Knowledge.
Transforming HIV Care.

Secure your seat and advance your expertise alongside leaders in HIV medicine.

The SSMC HIV Conference 2027: Masterclass in HIV Medicine, taking place on 20 March 2027 in Abu Dhabi, is a one-day multidisciplinary scientific symposium designed to bring healthcare professionals together to explore the latest and emerging developments in HIV medicine.

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Conference Objectives

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Regional & Global Perspectives

Highlight regional and global perspectives, including MENA-specific gaps and opportunities.

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Contemporary HIV Clinical Practice

Update clinicians on contemporary HIV diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Conference Leadership

Conference & Scientific Committee Chair

Dr. Rachel Herbert Thorne

Consultant, Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine,
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Conference Chair

Dr. Zahir Babiker

Consultant, Infectious Diseases; Chair of the Tropical and Infectious Diseases Division; Chair of Antimicrobial Stewardship Programme, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE

A Welcome Message

Message from the Conference Chairs

On behalf of the organizing committee, we are delighted to introduce the SSMC HIV Conference 2027: Masterclass in HIV Medicine, taking place on 20 March 2027 in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The landscape of HIV care has undergone remarkable transformation over the past decades. Advances in diagnostics, antiretroviral therapy, prevention strategies, and long-term disease management continue to redefine what is possible for people living with HIV. At the same time, important clinical, social, and public health challenges remain, particularly within our region.

This conference has been developed to foster thoughtful discussion around these evolving realities. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts, explore current evidence, and examine practical approaches that can be translated into everyday clinical practice.

At Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, our infectious diseases teams work across disciplines to deliver specialized care, support education and research initiatives, and champion greater awareness of infectious diseases. We recognize that progress in HIV medicine depends on scientific innovation, multispecialty collaboration, and a continued commitment to reducing barriers to care. These priorities are central to the vision of this conference.

We look forward to welcoming you to Abu Dhabi for a day of impactful conversations that will contribute to better care for people living with HIV and to the continued progress of HIV medicine across the region and beyond.

Dr. Zahir Babiker & Dr. Rachel Herbert Thorne Conference Chairs
SSMC HIV Conference 2027

Who Should Attend. What We'll Explore.

Bringing together healthcare professionals to explore advances in HIV prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and patient-centered care.

The Community

Target Audience

Internists
Family Physicians
Emergency Physicians
Infectious Diseases Specialists
HIV and Sexual Health Clinicians
Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Transplant Physicians
Pulmonologists and Critical Care Physicians
Clinical Microbiologists
Virologists
Epidemiologists
Public Health Professionals
Infection Prevention and Control Practitioners
Laboratory Scientists and Medical Technologists
Nurses
Clinical Pharmacists
Medical Residents, Fellows, and Healthcare Trainees
Healthcare Policy Makers
Patient Advocates
Community Health Organizers
The Scientific Focus

Key Topics

Contemporary Trends in HIV Epidemiology and Public Health
Advances in HIV Diagnosis and Early Detection
Innovations in Antiretroviral Therapy and Long-Term Care
HIV Prevention and Population Health Strategies
Management of Opportunistic Infections and Clinical Complications
HIV Across Special Populations and Complex Clinical Settings
Addressing Stigma, Equity, and Patient-Centered Care
Emerging Frontiers in HIV Research and Future Directions

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