5th MENA Congress for Rare Diseases 2026

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The 5th MENA Congress for Rare Diseases 2026 will take place from 9 to 11 April 2026 at Beach Rotana Hotel, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The MENA Congress for Rare Diseases has become a landmark event dedicated to rare diseases and providing comprehensive coverage including modern diagnostics, novel therapies, supportive management, clinical research, social challenges, and patient advocacy for rare diseases. It is the largest event for rare diseases in the region which typically includes 40 to 50 sessions focusing on variable aspects related to rare diseases and including presentations, panel discussions, and workshops delivered by more than 150 speakers, including more than 50 international experts coming from more than 20 different countries. In addition, the congress hosts more than 10 satellite symposia discussing topics related to rare diseases.

Scientific Sessions

Updates on diagnostics for rare diseases
Novel therapies for rare diseases
Gene and cell therapy
Research and Innovation in rare diseases
AI and rare diseases
Rare ophthalmologic disorders
Rare malignancies
Rare immune diseases
Rare blood disorders
Angelman syndrome
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Huntington disease
Dental care for rare diseases
Nutritional support for rare diseases
Rehabilitation for rare diseases
Psychosocial support for rare diseases
Genetic counseling
Health economics in rare diseases
Media and rare diseases
Education and rare diseases
Insurance coverage for rare diseases
Patients' advocacy
Neurodivergence
Inclusion and diversity
Success stories

Important Dates
Abstract Submission Opens01/12/2025
Registration Opens01/11/2025
Registration Deadline09/04/2026
Registration Closes11/04/2026
Date formats: d/m/y
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