The SEHA International Pediatric Conference (SIPC) 2026 returns to Abu Dhabi from 16 to 18 October 2026, bringing together pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, nurses and allied health professionals from across the UAE, the GCC and beyond. Co-hosted with Cincinnati Children's Hospital, one of the world's leading pediatric academic centres, the meeting combines regional clinical experience with international expertise in child health.
Over three days, the scientific program covers the full breadth of modern pediatric practice — from general pediatrics and neonatal care to pediatric emergency medicine, infectious diseases, critical care, endocrinology, cardiology, neurology and developmental medicine. Plenary lectures by international faculty sit alongside case-based sessions, panel discussions and practical updates designed to translate the latest evidence into everyday clinical decisions.
SIPC 2026 is accredited for up to 19 CME credits, making it one of the most substantial pediatric education opportunities in the region this autumn. The organisers also welcome abstract submissions, giving residents, fellows and early-career researchers a platform to present original research, quality-improvement projects and interesting clinical cases to a large multidisciplinary audience.
Who should attend: general pediatricians, pediatric residents and fellows, neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, family physicians caring for children, pediatric nurses and pharmacists, and healthcare leaders involved in child-health services.
Key highlights include international faculty from Cincinnati Children's Hospital, multidisciplinary sessions spanning hospital and community pediatrics, an abstract and poster program, and networking with peers from across the Gulf. Abu Dhabi offers a convenient, well-connected venue for delegates travelling from the region and internationally.
Registration and full program details are available on the official conference website.
