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13th-15th NOVEMBER 2025
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA

GLOBAL SUMMIT OF ADVANCED AND THIRD SPACEENDOSCOPY (GATE)

Join world-renowned experts for three days of cutting-edge presentations, live demonstrations, and hands-on experiences in advanced endoscopic techniques.CME Accredited

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About GATE 2025

Global Summit of Advanced & Third Space Endoscopy

Join us in Riyadh for the most comprehensive gathering of endoscopy experts worldwide. Hosted by King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, this three-day summit will showcase breakthrough techniques, innovative technologies, and the future of minimally invasive procedures.

Welcome Message

"It is with great pleasure and honor that I welcome you to the Global Summit of Advanced and Third Space Endoscopy (GATE), which will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from November 13-15, 2025. This summit marks a significant milestone as we gather leading experts, innovators, and practitioners from around the world to explore the latest advancements and future directions in advanced therapeutic and third space endoscopy. Hosted by King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre—a beacon of excellence in patient care, education, and research—this CME-accredited event will feature high-impact lectures, live demonstrations, expert panels, and hands-on experiences that reflect the evolving scope of advanced endoscopy."

Dr. Abdulrahman Abdulaziz Alfadda

Conference Director, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Shaimaa Elkholy

Co-Director

Dr. Mohamad Elsherbiny

Co-Director

Our Mission

Set the Benchmark
Set the Benchmark

Showcase innovations that shape best practice.

Turn Knowledge into Action
Turn Knowledge into Action

Bring science to life through live, practical learning.

Empower Skills
Empower Skills

Provide training participants can apply immediately.

Build Connections
Build Connections

Unite leaders to shape the future of endoscopy together.

Expert Sessions

Advanced Endoscopic Techniques

Learn the latest innovations in third space endoscopy and advanced therapeutic procedures from world-renowned experts.

Live Demos

Live Endoscopic Demonstrations

Witness cutting-edge procedures performed live by master endoscopists, with real-time commentary and Q&A sessions.

Certification

CME Accredited

Earn continuing medical education credits while advancing your knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.

Community

Global Networking

Connect with international experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of advanced endoscopy.

Conference Leadership

Distinguished Faculty

Learn from the global leaders who are shaping the future of endoscopy. Our distinguished faculty brings decades of experience and groundbreaking innovations to share their expertise with you.

Conference Director

Director

Dr. Abdulrahman Alfadda

Dr. Abdulrahman Alfadda

Conference Director

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Leading expert in advanced endoscopic procedures with extensive experience in therapeutic endoscopy and third space interventions.

Co-Directors

Co-Director

Dr. Shaimaa Elkholy
Dr. Shaimaa Elkholy
Co-Director

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Egypt

Egypt

Co-Director

Dr. Mohamad Elsherbiny
Dr. Mohamad Elsherbiny
Co-Director

Baylor College of Medicine

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

International Faculty

Listed in alphabetical order

Mohamed Abdelhafiz
Mohamed Abdelhafiz

Medical Professional

UAE

UAE

UAE

Dr. Ali Abdulatif AlAli
Dr. Ali Abdulatif AlAli

Consultant

Thunayan Alghanim Center, Amiri Hospital

Kuwait

Kuwait

Dr. Wadha Aljaser
Dr. Wadha Aljaser

Consultant

Al-Amiri Hospital

Kuwait

Kuwait

Dr. Fatih Aslan
Dr. Fatih Aslan

Consultant

Koç University Hospital

Turkey

Turkey

Dr. Sami Boudabbous
Dr. Sami Boudabbous

Consultant

Dr. Sami Boudabbous

Tunisia

Tunisia

Dr. Hisham Abdullah Mohammed Al Dhahab
Dr. Hisham Abdullah Mohammed Al Dhahab

Senior Consultant

Royal Hospital

Oman

Oman

Dr. Hazem Hammad
Dr. Hazem Hammad

Consultant

King Hussein Cancer Center

Jordan

Jordan

Dr. Hiwa Abubakr Hussein
Dr. Hiwa Abubakr Hussein

Consultant

Sulaimani Teaching Hospital

Iraq

Iraq

Prof. Mostafa Ibrahim
Prof. Mostafa Ibrahim

Professor

Theodor Bilharz Research Institute

Egypt

Egypt

Dr. Benedetto Mangiavillano
Dr. Benedetto Mangiavillano

Chief of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Humanitas Mater Domini

Italy

Italy

Dr. Hussein Okasha
Dr. Hussein Okasha

Emeritus Professor

Kasr Al-Aini Hospitals

Egypt

Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Othman
Dr. Mohamed Othman

Professor, Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Thunayan Alghanim Center, Amiri Hospital

Kuwait

Kuwait

Prof. Mashiko Setshedi
Prof. Mashiko Setshedi

Chair & Head

University of Cape Town

South Africa

South Africa

Dr. Piyush Somani
Dr. Piyush Somani

Consultant

Prime Hospital

UAE

UAE

Dr. Ghias Un Nabi Tayyab
Dr. Ghias Un Nabi Tayyab

Consultant

Bahria Orchard Hospital

Pakistan

Pakistan

Dr. Nadeem Tehami
Dr. Nadeem Tehami

Consultant

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

UK

UK

National Faculty

Listed in alphabetical order

Prof. Aayed Alqahtani
Prof. Aayed Alqahtani

Professor & Consultant

College of Medicine, King Saud University

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Dr. Shagran Binkhamis
Dr. Shagran Binkhamis

Consultant

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Organizing Committee

Dr. Bader Alajlan
Dr. Bader Alajlan

Head of Organizing Committee

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Abdullah Almusa

Dr. Abdullah Almusa

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Abdullah Altawili

Dr. Abdullah Altawili

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Adeeb Alghalayeeni

Dr. Adeeb Alghalayeeni

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Adnan Mahrouq

Dr. Adnan Mahrouq

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Barbara Czplata

Dr. Barbara Czplata

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Nawaf Almutairi

Dr. Nawaf Almutairi

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Mouath Alnajmi

Dr. Mouath Alnajmi

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Scientific Committee

Dr. Meteb Alabdulwahab
Dr. Meteb Alabdulwahab

Head of Scientific Committee

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Abdullah Alshahrani

Dr. Abdullah Alshahrani

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Eyad Ghadour

Dr. Eyad Ghadour

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Hisham Aljohani

Dr. Hisham Aljohani

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Hussain Okasha

Dr. Hussain Okasha

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Ghias Un Nabi Tayyab

Dr. Ghias Un Nabi Tayyab

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Ibrahim Alhafid

Dr. Ibrahim Alhafid

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Dr. Ihab Bufarhaneh

Dr. Ihab Bufarhaneh

Committee Member

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Join These Distinguished Experts

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from the world's leading endoscopy experts

Conference Program

Three Days of Excellence

Explore our comprehensive program featuring keynote presentations, live demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and interactive sessions designed to advance your expertise in advanced endoscopy.

40+

Sessions

5

Live Demos

16

Training Stations

24

CME Credits

November 13, 2025

Pancreaticobiliary & Upper GI Endoscopy

07:30 - 08:00

REGISTRATION
Registration

08:00 - 08:15

CEREMONY
Welcome and Opening Remarks

Dr. Abdulrahman Alfadda

08:15 - 08:35

LECTURE
Artificial Intelligence in Pancreaticobiliary Diseases

Dr. Ali Alali

08:35 - 08:55

LECTURE
Advances in Biliary Stenting and Drainage Techniques

Dr. Nawaf Alotaibi

08:55 - 09:15

LECTURE
Pancreatic Cystic Lesions: What the Gastroenterologist Needs to Know?

Dr. Hisham Aldhahab

09:15 - 09:35

DEBATE
Debate: EUS vs MRCP in Idiopathic Acute Pancreatitis

Dr. Hussein Okasha vs Dr. Shagran Binkhamis

09:35 - 09:50

PANEL
Panel Discussion

Session Panel

09:50 - 10:05

BREAK
Coffee Break

10:05 - 10:25

LECTURE
Are we Doing Better by Performing Single Use Endoscopic Procedures?

Dr. Benedetto Mangiavillano

10:25 - 12:00

LIVE DEMO
Live Endoscopy Session

International Faculty

12:00 - 13:00

BREAK
Lunch and Prayer

13:00 - 13:20

LECTURE
Barrett's Esophagus Management in 2025

Dr. Abdullah Alqaraawi

13:20 - 13:40

LECTURE
Endoscopic Management of Upper GI Strictures

Dr. Rashed Alkhiari

13:40 - 14:00

LECTURE
Update in Endoscopic Management of GERD

Dr. Emad Aljahdali

14:00 - 14:10

PANEL
Panel Discussion

Session Panel

14:10 - 15:40

LIVE DEMO
Live Endoscopy Session

International Faculty

15:40 - 15:55

BREAK
Coffee Break

15:55 - 16:15

LECTURE
Training and Competency in ESD: Building Expertise in Complex Procedures

Dr. Mohamed Othman

16:15 - 16:35

LECTURE
Underwater ESD: A Novel Approach to Challenging Lesions

Dr. Shaimaa Elkholy

16:35 - 16:55

LECTURE
New Advances in Endoscopic Closure Techniques

Dr. Fatih Aslan

16:55 - 17:10

PANEL
Panel Discussion

Session Panel

17:10 - 17:30

CEREMONY
Legacy Awards for Outstanding Contribution in Endoscopy

Dr. Abdulrahman Alfadda

17:30 - 17:50

SPECIAL
The GATE Challenge Quiz

Dr. Abdulrahman Alharbi

17:50 - 18:00

CEREMONY
Day 1 Closing Remarks and Pictures

Conference Committee

20:00 - 22:00

SOCIAL
Gala Dinner

November 14, 2025

Third Space Endoscopy & Bariatric Procedures

08:30 - 08:50

LECTURE
Eosinophilic Esophagitis Management: How the Future Can Be Shaped

Dr. Mashiko Setshedi

08:50 - 10:20

LIVE DEMO
Live Endoscopy Session

International Faculty

10:20 - 10:30

BREAK
Coffee Break

10:30 - 10:50

DEBATE
Debate: Is G-POEM in Gastroparesis Really Effective?

Dr. Hazem Hammad vs Dr. Hiwa Hussein

10:50 - 11:10

LECTURE
Saudi Arabia's POEM Journey: Insights from the Largest Experience

Dr. Abdulrahman Alfadda

11:10 - 11:30

LECTURE
Endoscopic Zenker's Diverticulectomy: Refining Techniques and Improving Outcomes

Dr. Nawaf Almutairi

11:30 - 11:50

LECTURE
Submucosal Tunneling and Removal for GI Tumors

Dr. Mohamad Elsherbiny

11:50 - 12:05

PANEL
Panel Discussion

Session Panel

12:05 - 13:30

BREAK
Lunch and Prayer

13:30 - 15:00

LIVE DEMO
Live Endoscopy Session

International Faculty

15:00 - 15:15

BREAK
Coffee Break

15:15 - 15:35

LECTURE
Long Term Outcomes of Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty: What Have We Learned?

Prof. Aayed Alqahtani

15:35 - 15:55

LECTURE
Endoscopic Treatment of Weight Regain after Sleeve Gastrectomy

Dr. Abdullah Almusa

15:55 - 16:15

LECTURE
The Role of EUS as a Non-invasive Tool for Portal Hypertension Assessment

Dr. Nadeem Tehami

16:15 - 16:35

LECTURE
Endohepatology Now and Beyond: Current and Future Innovations

Dr. Piyush Somani

16:35 - 16:55

PANEL
Panel Discussion

Session Panel

16:55 - 17:15

CEREMONY
Closure and Pictures

Conference Committee

November 15, 2025

Masterclasses & Hands-on Training

08:30 - 10:30

WORKSHOP
Advanced Endoscopy Masterclasses

Expert Faculty

10:30 - 10:45

BREAK
Coffee Break

10:45 - 12:15

WORKSHOP
Hands-on Session I

Expert Faculty

12:15 - 13:15

BREAK
Prayer and Lunch

13:15 - 15:15

WORKSHOP
Hands-on Session II

Expert Faculty

CME Accredited Program

This activity is accredited for up to 24 CME credits and is certified by U.E.M.S

CME Credits

Continuing Medical Education credits available for all sessions

Join GATE 2025

Conference Registration

Secure your place at the premier gathering of endoscopy experts. Register now to access exclusive content, networking opportunities, and CME credits.

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Our Partners

Hosted & Supported By

GATE 2025 is proudly hosted by King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre and supported by leading medical organizations and industry partners committed to advancing endoscopic excellence.

Host Institution

HOST INSTITUTION

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Leading healthcare institution in Saudi Arabia, renowned for clinical excellence, research innovation, and medical education. KFSH&RC is committed to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge technology and world-class medical expertise.

Excellence

JCI Accredited

Innovation

Research Leader

Education

Training Center

Medical Society Partners

Saudi Society of Gastroenterology

Medical Society

Middle East Association of Gastroenterology

Regional Partner

World Endoscopy Organization

International Partner

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Connect with 500+ medical professionals

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Have Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about GATE 2025. If you need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact our registration team.

You can register for GATE 2025 through our online registration form on this website. Simply fill out your personal and professional information, select your registration category, and proceed to payment. You will receive a confirmation email with your registration details and conference materials information.

Registration fees vary by category and timing: Early Bird (until Sept 30) - Physician: $899, Resident: $449, International: $999. Regular rates (Oct 1 - Nov 1) are slightly higher. All registrations include access to all sessions, CME credits, conference materials, lunch and coffee breaks, and the gala dinner (except on-site registration).

GATE 2025 offers up to 24 CME credits for full attendance. The conference is accredited by relevant medical education authorities, ensuring international recognition of your continuing medical education credits.

Yes, we offer refunds with the following policy: Full refund (minus processing fee) until October 15, 2025; 50% refund until November 1, 2025; No refund after November 1, 2025. All refund requests must be submitted in writing to registration@gate2025.com with your registration details.

While GATE 2025 is primarily an in-person event to maximize networking and hands-on learning opportunities, selected keynote sessions and live demonstrations will be recorded for registered attendees. However, CME credits and full conference benefits are only available for in-person attendance.

We have partnered with several hotels in Riyadh to offer special conference rates. Accommodation assistance is available when you register. We recommend booking early as rooms fill up quickly during the conference dates. Our registration team can help arrange accommodations that suit your budget and preferences.

Most workshops are designed for practicing physicians and medical professionals with basic endoscopy experience. Some advanced workshops may require specific experience levels, which will be clearly indicated in the program. Residents and fellows are welcome to attend all sessions, and specialized tracks will be available for different experience levels.

The dress code is business professional for all conference sessions. For hands-on workshops, you may need to wear scrubs or lab coats (provided on-site). Please bring your medical license or certification for CME credit verification, business cards for networking, and any specific items mentioned in your pre-conference materials.

The conference will be held at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Detailed directions, parking information, and transportation options will be provided in your registration confirmation. We recommend arriving in Riyadh at least one day before the conference begins.

Yes! We welcome abstract submissions for poster presentations and selected oral presentations. The abstract submission deadline has passed for GATE 2025, but we encourage you to submit for future conferences. Winners of the best abstract competition will receive recognition and awards during the closing ceremony.

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