Professor Hesham Negm, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University
The 14th edition of the Emirates Rhinology & Otology Conference (EROC) Global Forum 2025 concluded successfully, drawing over 3,056 delegates from more than 120 countries and featuring more than 100 distinguished international speakers.
IFOS Board meeting during the congress
Dr Hussain Al Rand, the Congress President, hailed the event as one of the most impactful gatherings in the region, in the field of rhinology, otology and head and neck related specialties. It truly set new benchmarks for innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing in our field.
The three-day event featured dynamic panel discussions, keynote addresses, interactive workshops and live cadaver dissections led by leading experts. Attendees had the opportunity to explore and learn the latest advancements in surgical techniques, research breakthroughs and technological innovations impacting the future of ENT.
The international speakers delivered invaluable insights that resonated with both seasoned professionals and younger practitioners eager to learn.
Congress dinner in the desert
EROC Global Forum 2025 was a joint meeting with several prestigious organisations including International Federation of Head & Neck Oncologic Societies (IFHNOS), American Academy of Otorhinolaryngology (AAO), ASEAN ORL HNS Societies, International Association of Phonosurgery (IAP), Union of European Phoniatrics (UEP), and International Sialendoscopy Society (ISIAL).
The conference also featured an expansive exhibition of more than 50 companies showcasing the latest technologies and solutions in rhinology and otology. Industry leaders demonstrated innovations designed to enhance patient care and optimise clinical outcomes.