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5th Madina Annual Rare Disease Congress 2026

Congress Overview

The 5th Madina Annual Rare Disease Congress is a premier platform bringing together healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of patients living with rare and genetic disorders.

Hosted by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City in partnership with Boshra and SSMG, this one-day scientific gathering will feature a rich agenda designed to foster collaboration, clinical knowledge sharing, and innovation.

This year's congress will focus on bridging the gap between research and real-world practice — empowering physicians with practical strategies, emerging therapies, and breakthrough diagnostic tools that make a meaningful difference in patient lives.

Date: Saturday, September 10th, 2026
Location: Al Madina, Saudi Arabia
Organized by: King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City, in collaboration with Boshra and SSMG

Main Scientific Focus Areas

Precision Medicine & Adult Metabolic Disorders
  • ● Precision medicine opportunities in adult practice.
  • ● Inborn errors of metabolism (IEM).
  • ● Adult metabolic disorders.
  • ● Liver transplantation in metabolic diseases.
  • ● Multidisciplinary metabolic management.
Rare Neurological & Neurogenetic Disorders
  • ● SMA treatment expectations.
  • ● Movement disorders.
  • ● Friedreich’s Ataxia.
  • ● Neurogenetic disorders.
  • ● Multiple sclerosis differentiation & management.
Maternal, Prenatal & Genetic Care
  • ● Non-immune hydrops fetalis.
  • ● Preimplantation genetic testing
  • ● Pregnancy care in inherited metabolic disorders.
  • ● Prenatal & fetal rare disease considerations.
  • ● Genetic counseling approaches.
Rare Hematological & Bleeding Disorders
  • ● Multidisciplinary hematological rare disease care.
  • ● Bleeding disorder management
  • ● Beyond Annualized Bleeding Rate (ABR).
  • ● Glanzmann Thrombasthenia.
  • ● Evolving treatment strategies.
Dermatological & Skeletal Rare Diseases
  • ● Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa.
  • ● Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
  • ● Skeletal dysplasia.
  • ● Achondroplasia
  • ● Complex rare disease manifestations.

Who is this event for

Genetics & Genomics Specialists

Metabolic Medicine Specialists

Neurologists

Hematologists

Dermatologists

Orthopedic & Skeletal Dysplasia Specialists

Obstetrics & Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists

Pediatricians

Internal Medicine Physicians

Hepatology & Transplant Specialists

Genetic Counselors

Rare Disease Researchers

Allied Healthcare Professionals

Why Attend?

The 5th edition reinforces the congress as a leading regional platform advancing scientific collaboration, innovation, precision medicine, and comprehensive rare disease care across multiple specialties.

Advance Clinical Knowledge

Advance your clinical knowledge through expert-led sessions on rare, genetic, neurological, and metabolic disorders, delivered by renowned regional and international speakers.

Stay at the Forefront

Stay at the forefront of rare disease research and innovation, exploring the latest in gene therapy, biologics, precision medicine, and cutting-edge diagnostics.

Discover Real-World Solutions

Discover real-world case studies and solutions that address both pediatric and adult presentations of rare diseases.

Interactive Workshops

Participate in interactive workshops and symposia, designed to deepen practical understanding and foster hands-on learning.

High-Level Networking

Engage in high-level networking with specialists across genetics, neurology, internal medicine and other key disciplines.

Collaborate with Stakeholders

Collaborate with key stakeholders, including hospitals, policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy groups working to advance rare disease care.

Promote Awareness & Support

Promote awareness and community support through educational activities tailored to underserved patient populations.

Mission-Driven Platform

Be part of a mission-driven platform that empowers early diagnosis, enhances patient outcomes, and drives impactful change in healthcare systems.

Meet Our Scientific Committee

Manal Afqi
Dr. Manal Afqi

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City - Madina

Reem bin Abdelaziz
Dr. Reem bin Abdelaziz

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City - Madina

Hind Almghathawi
Dr. Hind Almghathawi

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City - Madina

Bashaier Alluhaibi
Dr. Bashaier Alluhaibi

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Medical City - Madina

Abduljabar Alshengeti
Dr. Abduljabar Alshengeti

Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz- National Guard Hospital - Madina

Dania Albokhari
Dr. Dania Albokhari

Taiba University - King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Congress Highlights

Multidisciplinary expert-led discussions

Expert-led sessions covering a wide spectrum of rare and genetic diseases, including metabolic, neurological, and skeletal disorders.

Precision medicine insights

Focus on gene therapy, disease-modifying treatments, and precision diagnostics driven by genomics and biomarkers.

Advanced scientific sessions

Dedicated sessions exploring adult presentations of rare diseases — an evolving and often under-addressed field in clinical practice.

Cross-specialty collaboration

Innovative symposia hosted by leading pharmaceutical companies, highlighting the latest therapeutic advancements.

Real-world clinical perspectives

Opportunities for poster presentations and clinical case discussions, fostering exchange of research findings and clinical experiences.

Latest rare disease management updates

A strong focus on multidisciplinary care models and patient-centered approaches to improve outcomes and support underserved communities.

Regional and international expertise

Networking breaks and cultural engagement moments that promote meaningful collaboration, peer-to-peer learning, and regional knowledge exchange.

CME Accreditation

CME Accreditation

Participants will earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) hours upon attending the full scientific program. Accredited sessions will support physicians and healthcare professionals in fulfilling their professional development requirements and staying current with the latest advances in rare disease care.