The two-day symposium brought together 200 physicians, nurses, researchers and healthcare leaders to explore the latest advances in women’s healthcare.
Women’s Health is a rapidly evolving field that demands tailored, compassionate, and innovative approaches to meet the unique physiological, cultural, and social needs of women worldwide.
Recognising that women experience diseases and recover from treatments differently than men, medical experts are increasingly emphasising personalised care, minimally invasive techniques, and culturally sensitive communication to improve outcomes across all stages of life.
This urgent focus was underscored on Thursday at the annual “Innovations in Women’s Health” symposium held in Doha by The View Hospital in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai.
Over two days, more than 200 healthcare professionals from Qatar, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and international institutions gathered to discuss the latest research, technologies, and clinical practices aimed at advancing women’s health in the region and globally.
Harry Sax, Professor and Executive Vice Chair of Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, highlighted the importance of recognising gender-specific responses to medical stressors and recovery processes.
“Women recover in different ways than men,” Sax told Doha News.
“Understanding ambulation, nutrition, and hormonal replacement as adjuncts to surgery allows us to provide really excellent care.”
He emphasised that the integration of minimally invasive surgical techniques like robotics is transforming patient outcomes.
The symposium showcased a robust scientific program covering key topics such as breast and gynaecological oncology, endometriosis, and the hormone journey from puberty to menopause.
Experts also discussed the potential of genomic medicine to revolutionise personalised treatments by enabling physicians to predict how women will respond to drugs and inflammation, tailoring therapies to individual genetic profiles.
In addition to medical advances, the event stressed the importance of culturally sensitive patient engagement.
“Women may be hesitant to discuss some issues, especially with male physicians,” Sax added.
The View Hospital’s CEO, Fatih Gul, framed the symposium as part of a broader mission to embed women’s health at the core of building a healthier society.
“By combining global expertise with local knowledge through our affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, we ensure that women in Qatar and the region receive the best in innovation and compassionate care,” Gul said.
A highlight of the event was the presentation of the Women of Healing Champion Award to six distinguished leaders who have made extraordinary contributions to healthcare.
Among the honorees were Mariam Ali Abdul Malik for advancing primary healthcare in Qatar, Ameena Jesaimani for pharmacy practice and medication safety, and Noora Al Hammadi for leadership in oncology and cancer innovation.
The awards celebrated a shared commitment to leadership, resilience, and breaking barriers in women’s health.
The symposium also underscored Qatar’s growing stature as a regional hub for medical innovation.
Institutions such as Hamad Medical Corporation, Sidra Medicine, and Weill Cornell Medicine Qatar joined Cedars-Sinai experts in presenting cutting-edge research and clinical strategies.
“Our affiliation with The View Hospital exemplifies Qatar’s emergence as a hub for women’s health innovation, with insights that will elevate standards well beyond the region,” Sax told Doha News.
The event was accredited with 12.5 CPD points and offered CME credits recognized internationally, reflecting its academic rigor.
In line with this progress, The View Hospital has upgraded its Obstetrics and Gynecology Department with advanced diagnostics and technologies including the da Vinci robotic surgery system, laparoscopy, and a specialised clinic for endometriosis and uterine fibroids.
These enhancements aim to provide women with access to world-class, personalised care close to home.
