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Dubai Derma 2013 Reflected Special Acknowledgement
a Rich Global Skin Care Market The Dubai Derma 2013 organising and scientific
committees sincerely thank all speakers, sponsors,
exhibitors, participants and visitors who made a
The 13th Dubai World Dermatology & Laser Conference & Exhibition – Dubai
valuable contribution in the event’s success.
Derma 2013, held on April 16th – 18th at the Dubai International Convention
& Exhibition Centre under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid
Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the
Dubai Health Authority; reflected a rich global skin care market with an even
larger exhibition and a more comprehensive scientific program. Dubai Derma
2013 concluded with a resounding success continuing its legacy as the Most Dubai Derma 2013
Prestigious Conference & Exhibition on Dermatology & Laser.
Facts & Figures
Dubai Derma plays a significant role in bringing renowned healthcare
professionals from across the world to discuss the best international practices
& technologies in the field of Dermatology and Laser. This event was made » More than 250 Exhibiting
possible by INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions Org. Est., a member of Index
Holding with the cooperation and support of the Dubai Health Authority Companies
(DHA), International Academy of Medical Specialization (IAMS), GCC League
of Dermatologists and Pan Arab League of Dermatology. » 20% Exhibition Growth
» Over 6000 Conference Attendees and
Trade Visitors
» 23% More in Participant Attendance
» 12% Increase in Trade Visitors
» More than 80 Eminent Speakers
» 35% Increase in Trade Visitors
» Accredited Workshops on Skin Fillers
& Botox
» The Popular Hands-On Workshops on
Skin Fillers & Botox
His Excellency Engr. Essa Al Haj Al Maidooor, Director General of Dubai Health
Authority inaugurated the thirteenth edition of the Dubai World Dermatology
and Laser Conference and Exhibition – Dubai Derma 2013 at the Dubai
» Over 40 Company Symposiums &
International Convention & Exhibition Centre. Practical Workshops
» 24 Credit Hours granted for the
Pre-Conference Course
Dermatology & Dermatopathology
Course
» 18 Credit Hours Awarded to
Participants of the Conference
» 2 Credit Hours given for each
The Pre Conference Course on Dermatology & Dermatopathology which
was held on April 12th – 15th was aimed to prepare the participants for
Workshop
the Arab Board of Dermatology. The major topics covered are: Alopecia,
Clinical Cases for the Boards, Cosmeceuticals, Dermatopathology Cases
Common and May Be Seen in the Exam, Establishing Hair Clinic,
Facial Muscles Anatomy, General Non-Neoplastic Dermatopathology
Patterns, Genodermatoses, Highlight of Arab Board Residency Program,
Histopathology of Blistering Disorders, Keranitization, Latest in Acne,
Skin Adnexal Neoplasm, Skin Manifestation of Systemic Diseases and
Skin Emergency, Skin Tumors, Structural Biology of Epidermis and
Basement Membrane, Surgery for Dermatologist, Systemic Therapy and
Topical Therapy.

The course showcased the very popular “Mock Exam”. The exam simulate the environment of the Winners of the Mock Exam
Arab Board of Dermatology exam and allowed the attendees to feel acquainted and at ease for the
1st Mohammed H. Abdul Jabbar
real board exam. The Mock Exam comprised of questions not only covered during the preconference
2nd Anwar Al Sumait
course sessions, but those that may be asked during the actual exam in May. In addition, the highest
3 marks were honored with cash prizes. 3rd Attaa A. Q. Al Hajji
Conference
The Dubai Derma Conference provided high-quality sessions &
lectures that meet the medical education and training requirements
of Dermatologists and Professionals of this field. The topics
highlighted were: Acne, Aesthetic Medicine, Alopecia, Anti-Aging,
Best Practices for 2013, Body Contouring, Chemical Peels, Cosmetic
Dermatology, Dermatological Therapies & Surgeries, Dermatology
Science, Dermatopathology, Facial Rejuvenation Techniques, Hair &
Nail Disorders & Treatments, Hyperpigmentation of the Skin, Latest in
Dermatopharmacotherapy, Latest in Medical Dermatology & Research,
Lasers, Leukoderma, Liposuction, Melasma, Nanodermatology,
Pediatric Dermatology, Plastic Surgery for the Dermatologist, Psoriasis,
Psychodermatology, Rhinoplasty and Vitiligo.

Once again the conference featured the popular Case Report
Presentation and Competition. Resident doctors from Tawam Hospital
and Sheikh Khalifa Medical Centre (SKMC) participated. The Best Cases
presented by Dr. Ahmed Bany Hashem, Dr. Khawla Al Nuaimi and Dr.
Ayman Al Naeem were acknowledged.
The UAE University recognised Dubai Derma’s aim
to provide an opportunity for continuing medical
education in the field of dermatology and accredited
the scientific program with 18 credit hours.

Accredited CME Workshops

The Workshops on Skin Fillers and Botox provided a great opportunity
for the delegates to learn specific techniques and best practices which
they can employ in their profession. These are presented in two ways:
Lecture with Video Demonstration & Moderator and Hands-on workshop.

The workshop faculty was spearheaded by Dr. Hassan Galadari.

Accredited Workshops on Skin Fillers & Botox discussed interesting
cases and the latest innovation in the use of fillers & botox.

Exhibition
The glamorous exhibition reflected a rich skin care market with an
exhibition space of more than 5,000sqm. It was well attended with
over 230 companies from 55 countries who displayed leading brands
in Dermatology & Laser. Dubai Derma marked another milestone of
success with the attendance of the world’s top specialists and doctors.
More than 6,000 Visitors and Conference Participants viewed the
spectacular display of an array of products and equipments during the
three-day exhibition.

Exhibitor’s Survey Trade Visitor’s Survey

Nearly all exhibitors met their objectives in launching their state-of-the-art

95% 98%
equipment and latest products to a world-wide audience whilst establishing new
contacts, expanding new markets, finding new agents/distributors/importers and
obtaining new clients.
of the visitors achieved of the visitors consider
their goals and met their
Dubai Derma as a platform
93%
Were pleased with the
expectations during the
three-day show. to generate new business
leads.
quality and quantity of

61%
visitors at Dubai Derma
95%
31%
2013.

Were satisfied with the

Confirmed their
overall organisation and of the visitors
Participation in Dubai are interested to
Derma 2014. services provided by the
organisers. participate next year
as an exhibitor.
“ I’m very happy because year after year I see that Dubai Derma becomes a big
congress in the Middle East and worldwide. I see more and more dermatologists Qualitative and Quantitative
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with high quality lectures. It’s important for the laboratories in the region to
participate and support Dubai Derma to become a world congress. Analysis of the Participants and
Jean Gerard
General Manager, Bioderma Visitors at Dubai Derma 2013

“ Dubai Derma is an exciting event; we had very good exposure to regional

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doctors from across the region and from different countries. We are looking
forward to launch more of our products in Dubai Derma 2014.

Nidal Naji
Regional Sales Director, Lumenis

“ We participate in Dubai Derma every year and consider the participation to be

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valuable. Dubai Derma is very well-organised; the attendance to our stand was very
good and better than the previous years. The quality of the visitors is great.

Assaad Atallah
Managing Director, Obagi

“ We are attending Dubai Derma for many years and it is becoming bigger and
bigger. It’s important for us to attend this major event in the Middle East which
Consultant Dermatologists/

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provided a great business platform where we meet a lot of Dermatologists from the
Professors in Dermatology 2140
Middle East.
Hanane Flayou
Physicians / General /
Director, Isis Pharma Medical Practitioners 1104

“
Business Investors / Developers /
Dubai Derma is the biggest event in the Middle East and Asia. More than 1500 834

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doctors visited our booth. It’s a good opportunity for us to be in Dubai Derma and we
Directors / Managers / Executives
have a plan to make a bigger booth next year.
Cosmetic Surgeons 588
Jamil Maalouf
General Manager, Dansys Medical & Aesthetic Equipment Laser Surgeons / Laser Specialists 505

“
Plastic Surgeons 494
We celebrate another year in Dubai Derma; we are growing very fast and each
year is always better. We have live treatments in our booth to show our machine and

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technology for non-invasive medical treatments. The doctors tried the machines Cosmetics / Pharmaceutical /
and we are achieving great results. Medical Traders 454
Roger Treit
Manager, MC Body Anti-Aging Specialists 334

“ It’s our 6th year in Dubai Derma and we had a tremendous experience. Dubai
Key Decision Makers and

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Derma 2013 has been a wonderful event. We saw the improvement of the crowd Government Representatives 267
flow into our booth and this year has been a very good year for us.
Others: Oral and Maxillofacial
William Scott Agostini Surgeons, Media 229
Export Manager, ICIM International Srl

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Beauty Specialists / Therapists 215
It’s Medica’s 10th year in Dubai Derma. The organisation is amazing that’s

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why we keep on coming every year. We have a big stand this year and participants Health Care Practitioners 203
are enthusiastic to come to us to know the latest technology.
Wellness and Spa Managers
Joseph Zgheib and Owners 193
Brand Manager, Medica

“
Aestheticians / Cosmetologists 160
Dubai Derma is a well-organised event and one of the best that we’ve
attended. Next year we plan to have a bigger booth with a bigger investment because Pharmaceutical Professionals and Medical

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we found out that our key customers visit us here and we have a chance to promote Representatives 157
our product on a broader perspective with more number of customers.
Dr. Javed Nazami Hair and Nail Therapists 139
Brand Manager, Lunatus
Symposiums and Countries
Practical Workshops Represented by the
Recent technological advancements in the field of dermatology and Participants and Visitors
skin care with a comprehensive demonstration of its features, efficient
utilisation and function provided dermatologists and specialists to facilitate at Dubai Derma 2013
their practice in sophisticated quality. Several exhibitors took advantage
of the opportunity and conducted a symposium or workshop to highlight
their presence during the three-day show, reach their target market and
subsequently sell their product, equipment and machine. Medica and Afghanistan 1 Malaysia 25
Leader Healthcare organised symposiums on April 17-18 that showcased Algeria 15 Mexico 7
the features of the extensive range of brands that they are distributing. The Armenia 3 Monaco 6
workshops conducted by AK International, Bader Sultan, Beauty Leaders, Australia 12 Morocco 17
D&D, Dansys, Ilooda, Japan Bio Products, Jeisys, Lunatus, Obagi Medical,
Palomar, Sandine Zartaux, Sesderma and SkinCeuticals was indeed a
Austria 5 Netherlands 19
bestseller as several doctors were keen to discover the latest technology Azerbaijan 7 New Zealand 8
and innovations in their practice. Bahrain 48 Nigeria 47
Bangladesh 26 Norway 3
Belarus 1 Oman 298
Bosnia and Pakistan 320
Herzegovina 4 Palestine 9
Belgium 13 Peru 2
Brazil 7 Philippines 17
Bulgaria 15 Poland 8
Canada 11 Portugal 4
China 13 Qatar 249
Cyprus 9 Romania 13
Czech Russian
Republic 7 Federation 18
Denmark 6 Saudi Arabia 546
Egypt 92 Sierra Leone 7
Finland 2 Singapore 36
France 43 Slovak Republic 18
Georgia 7 South Africa 17
Germany 47 South Korea 57
Ghana 7 Spain 24
Social Activities Greece 50 Sri Lanka 28
Distinguished guests and speakers of Dubai Derma 2013 had a leisurely Hong Kong 19 Sudan 42
evening during the VIP Dinner on April 15th at the Emirates Towers Hotel. India 428 Sweden 20
Indonesia 11 Switzerland 32
The Dubai Derma 2013 Gala Dinner held last April 17th in Atlantis, The Iran 98 Syria 102
Palm added a more memorable experience to the delegates of the event. Iraq 85 Tanzania 4
Guests had the opportunity to network with the cream of the crop in the
industry in an amazing atmosphere and great entertainment. Ireland 6 Thailand 13
Italy 36 The
Japan 12 Netherlands 3
Jordan 93 Togo 4
Kazakhstan 3 Tunisia 3
Kenya 6 Turkey 25
Kuwait 292 Turkmenistan 2
Lebanon 91 UAE 4,159
Libya 24 UK 65
Lithuania 7 USA 46
Luxembourg 3 Yemen 28

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