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DICM Awarded Best Annual Media Industry Event – MENA

DICM connected over 50 international and MENA based companies

450 buyers and visitors from 60 countries attended

Dubai, UAE, 28 June 2022: The Dubai International Content Market (DICM) has been awarded the Best Annual Media Industry Event in the Middle East and North Africa region. The annual event offers brands in the global and regional entertainment, media, and content industry an interactive platform that allows them to explore the regional market and further develop their businesses.

DICM is the only leading event specifically designed and structured for content producers looking for development opportunities in the region that are willing to connect with broadcasters, media and entertainment platforms to expand their distribution network.

Since its inception, DICM has played an important and pivotal role for the content industry in the region, paving the way for many international content producers to enter into the market

With loyalty being a core value of DICM, it has built and nurtured long-term partnerships with its participants every year, which has in turn earned a reputation in the industry for being a high-quality platform that delivers a valuable and memorable experience to all visitors and exhibitors.

DICM has been a pioneer in the region by acting quickly to fill the gap in the market and dedicate itself to the Middle East and North African content community by nurturing its development while gathering content sellers and buyers together in the same room. While remaining focused on its main objectives, the event has expanded its geographical outreach and developed new services to better support its attendees.

In a rapidly evolving global market, DICM is constantly adapting and enhancing the way it operates by providing innovative and pioneering solutions as showcased through its Content Business Hub, which features over 10,000 hours of content to browse through and preview. The Content Business Hub is a focused platform which helped content sellers pre-schedule more than 800 meetings with qualified buyers over a two-day period in the 2021 edition alone.

DICM 2021 edition had connected over 50 international and MENA based exhibiting companies, including four country pavilions from Türkiye, Russia, South Korea, and Spain to over 450 buyers and visitors from more than 60 countries.

As an added value to keep industry professionals engaged and updated with the latest trends and news, DICM also initiated The Content Market Webinars, a series of free webinars presenting the latest trends, novelties, news, and opportunities in the industry.

DICM’s testimonials speak for itself as key media executives praised DICM as a must-attend event which provides a regional platform that helps the media community grow their  businesses and build their network for new opportunities.

Eng. Anas Al Madani, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of INDEX Holding, stated: “I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all our sponsors and participants for their continued support and collaboration that has enabled us to reach these heights, making DICM an example and a reference point in the content media sector in the region.

He continued: “I look forward to an even more fruitful partnership in the future, thus making DICM a destination for content producers, platforms, and broadcasters from around the world.”

The Dubai International Content Market is organised annually by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions Organisation EST., a member of INDEX Holding. The DICM 2022 edition will be held on the 23^rd and 24^th of November at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel Conference Centre in Dubai and will welcome over 60 exhibitors and more than 600 buyers and visitors from around the world.

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Number of Visitors Exceeded Expectations and Reached 27,236 Visitors

Dr. Hassan Galadari: “The effect of the COVID-19 Vaccine on Fillers Injected in the Face Is Extremely Rare and Uncommon”

Dubai- United Arab Emirates, 8 July 2021: The 20^th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, was successfully concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Center.

Under the theme ‘Skin Health is our Concern’, the annual global skincare gathering in Dubai, brought together leading skincare specialists, top surgeons and physicians from across various countries under one roof to explore the latest technology advancements and medical treatments for different types of skin diseases.

Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman, Dubai Derma and Chairman of INDEX Holding said: “The success of ‘Dubai Derma’ is a reflection of the UAE’s pioneering position as the ideal place to hold conferences, exhibitions, and world-class meetings. We are very proud of the success the 20th edition of ‘Dubai Derma’ has witnessed, as the number of visitors exceeded the expected number and reached 27,236 visitors from 110 countries, and it gives us immense pleasure to announce that the event concluded with over $156.4 Million worth of business deals signed over the past three days, which is a 15% increase from the 19^th edition. This confirms that ‘Dubai Derma’ is not only considered an instrumental event for professors, doctors, lecturers and specialists, but it is also a significant platform for international, regional and local companies and brands to seek and nurture business opportunities and long-term partnerships and connections.”

He concluded: “this monumental success would not have been possible without the support ‘Dubai Derma’ has received throughout the years. I take this opportunity to thank our key stakeholders in the government and private sectors, and presidents of the world’s leading dermatology associations, exhibitors and speakers for their invaluable support in making Dubai Derma a grand success.”

Dr. Hassan Galadari, Head of Scientific Committee, Dubai Derma Conference said: “We have witnessed a substantial increase in cosmetic procedures, the period after the lockdown. We believe this increase was due to the fact that people were surprisingly looking at themselves more often, especially on computer screens during repeated online meetings. As it is quite known, lighting, camera quality, the angle where it’s placed, and many other factors play a huge role on how our image is captured, thus, distorts how a person actually appears. This has led to a misconception of perceived defects that has fed the increase of cosmetic procedures.”

He continued: “The increase we have seen were more related to the under-eye area. Patients were hyperaware of their fine lines, hollowness and dark circles, made even worse by stress or changes in sleeping patterns.”

While commenting on the COVID-19 vaccine’s association with dermal fillers, Dr. Galadari said: “The effect of the COVID-19 vaccine on fillers injected in the face is extremely rare and uncommon. The concern of swelling of injected areas should not be a cause for refusing to get the vaccine.”

He concluded: “The effect is mainly a slight swelling of the injected area, and it shouldn’t cause any concern as it is a natural response. Vaccines affect the body’s immune response. This effect on the immune system makes it react to areas where foreign materials are present. This is an uncommon reaction that is transient and can be easily treated. Interestingly, hypertension medications known as ACE inhibitors seem to reverse the reaction. So, get your vaccine shot.”

Furthermore, the third and last day of ‘Dubai Derma’ conference discussed many key topics such as Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology, Filler Injections, Controversies in Laser Hair, Laser Therapy for Pigmented Lesions, and much more.

Dubai Derma is annually organized by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding, in cooperation with the Arab Academy of Dermatology and Aesthetics (AADA).

WHO: Psoriasis Prevalence Ranges between 0.09% and 11.43%

At Least 100 Million Individuals Affected Worldwide

 Dubai- United Arab Emirates, 7 July 2021: The activities of the 20^th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference & Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’ continue, as visitors and attendees agree to the monumental success of this edition of the event. This year, ‘Dubai Derma’ features a rich scientific agenda that highlights the most pressing topics in the field, in addition to the rich exhibition which features some of the most prominent international companies in the field of dermatology, cosmetic surgery, and Lasers.

Furthermore, the 20^th edition of ‘Dubai Derma’ is held physically in Dubai, with the participation of more than 350 exhibiting companies representing more than 500 international brands, over 180 world-renowned speakers who are participating in more than 200 scientific lectures and workshops. The convening of ‘Dubai Derma’ physically and in-person is a testament of Dubai’s pioneering position as one of the most ideal cities in the world for hosting conferences, exhibitions and world class events, while ensuring the safety and protection of visitors and participants alike. Moreover, participants expressed their gratitude for the precautionary measures provided by the Emirate of Dubai and implemented by the Dubai World Trade Center, which ensures their safety, and their application of the highest international standards to guarantee the safety of participants, visitors and organizers alike.

The second day of ‘Dubai Derma’ conference highlighted some key topics such as: Nail Disease, Chronic Hand Eczema, treatment of scars, Management of Melasma, Resistant Acne, Androgenic Alopecia, and many others.

One of the lectures that received a great response from attendees was a lecture presented by Dr. Ashraf Reda, Consultant Dermatologist in Welcare Hospital, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology, Mohamed Bin Rashed University, College of Medicine, Dubai, where he spoke about Urticaria and conditions related to it.

In addition, Dr. Reda confirmed that Dubai Derma is an exceptional platform that provides the latest scientific information and innovations in the field of dermatology, medications, skincare and lasers. He commented saying: “the goal of the conference is enabling dermatologists in the UAE and the world to offer the best possible care to their patients. In order to achieve this goal, dermatologists need to keep themselves abreast with the most up to date information and continuous sophisticated education.  Currently, the field of dermatology is in the midst of great transformation and the most remarkable advances in the past few years have occurred in the field of biologics and other new medications which  treat many chronic and difficult diseases such as ‘psoriasis’ and ‘atopic dermatitis’ to name a few”.

From his side, Dr. Samir Hantirah, Consultant Dermatologist, American Hospital-Dubai, Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), Fellow of the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery also mentioned that according to the World Health Organization ‘WHO’, the reported prevalence of Psoriasis in countries ranges between 0.09% and 11.43%, making Psoriasis a serious global problem with at least 100 million individuals affected worldwide.

He added: “Plaque Psoriasis is one of the most common forms which causes dry, raised, red skin patches (lesions) covered with silvery scales. Despite being a chronic disease with no cure, due to development and new updates in treatment, there is now a new medicine available called “IL-23 inhibitor” for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in adults who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.”

Whereas Mohammad Aboubakr, AbbVie Gulf General Manager, expressed his pride participating in such a great conference which emerged as the largest scientific skincare gathering of consultants and specialist dermatologists in the Middle East, North Africa & the Indian Subcontinent region. Over the years, Dubai Derma was constantly held under the theme “Skin Health is our Concern” bringing together skincare specialists, industry leaders, and key decision-makers from the region and across the world.

He added: “The scientific program of Dubai Derma was well constructed with great lectures on the most trending topics in skin health like New Diagnostic Tools and Treatment Modalities, Management of Psoriasis in adults, Fillers and Rheology, Chronic Hand Eczema with the aim of exploring new advances in treatments for various skin disorders.

He concluded: “we at AbbVie believe in the great responsibility towards increasing patients’ awareness towards dealing with various skin diseases, in our constant research and development efforts and work for the best treatments that contribute to alleviating the suffering of patients.”

Furthermore, the dynamic ‘Dubai Derma’ exhibition featured the latest technologies, products, and machines, and facilitated countless collaboration and networking opportunities for exhibitors and visitors alike. The exhibition area attracted a large number of attendees who were able to experience the products showcased first-hand, and were introduced to the latest innovations by international companies and brands.

Moreover, the second day of ‘Dubai Derma’ featured various digital poster presentations, where researchers were given the chance to present their research and engage in conversations regarding the topics of their presentations with the scientific committee of the event.

Dubai Derma is supported by the Pan Arab League of Dermatology, Arab Academy of Dermatology & Aesthetics (AADA), and GCC League of Dermatologists and with the support of the Government of Dubai and Dubai Health Authority (DHA), and Dubai Business Events, Dubai Derma’s destination partner. Furthermore, the event is also supported by the American Academy of Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology Society of India, the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Egyptian Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (ESPRS), Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL), Pakistan Association of Dermatologists, and Sri Lanka College of Dermatologists.

Dubai Derma is annually organized by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding, in cooperation with the Arab Academy of Dermatology and Aesthetics (AADA).

 

Over 14,500 Participants Explore the Latest Innovations Exhibited by More than 350 Exhibiting Companies Representing more than 500 International Brands

The Value of the Dermatology and Cosmetic Industry is Worth Around 20 Billion Dirhams

Dubai- United Arab Emirates, 6 July 2021: His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai Department of Information officially inaugurated the 20^th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference & Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, the leading event in the Middle East, Africa Market, and beyond, earlier today at the Dubai World Trade Center. The leading event is set to continue for three consecutive days, until July 8^th, with the participation of top-tier doctors, specialists, experts and leading companies.

The opening ceremony began with a welcome speech delivered by Dr. Hassan Galadari, Head of Scientific Committee of Dubai Derma Conference, during which he highlighted the significance of holding ‘Dubai Derma’ physically this year in the UAE, followed by a speech from Dr. Abdul Wahab Al Fouzan, President of the Arab Academy of Dermatology & Aesthetics, during which he highlighted the support ‘Dubai Derma’ had always received from The Late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid, and recalled the support he had continuously extended towards the elevation of healthcare.

The opening ceremony was concluded with a speech from Dr. Riad Mashal Secretary General of Pan Arab League of Dermatological Societies, which highlighted the significance of this meeting and the exceptional opportunities it provides to doctors, experts and specialists to exchange information and share expertise.

Following the inauguration, His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum toured the exhibition area and was accompanied by His Excellency Awadh Al Ketbi, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority, Dr. Ibrahim Galadari, Professor of Dermatology, Conference Chairman of Dubai Derma, Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of Dubai Derma and Chairman of INDEX Holding, in addition to some of the most prominent names in the field, where he explored the latest technologies and services exhibited and showcased by the leading names in the field, who chose ‘Dubai Derma’ to showcase their brands, products and services.

Dr. Ibrahim Galadari, Professor of Dermatology, Conference Chairman of Dubai Derma said: “The Dermatology and Cosmetic surgery field is witnessing a rapid growth, and we’re seeing new technologies and products emerge faster than seen in any other field. Additionally, the value of the Dermatology and Cosmetic industry is worth 20 Billion Dirhams, which cover cosmetic products, cosmetic machines and tools, and cosmetic surgery. Now, more than ever, it is essential for professionals to have a platform that facilitates the exchange of knowledge, and helps them conjoin as a community to enhance their expertise, and allow them to better cater to patients everywhere, and this is what Dubai Derma provides.”

He added: “this year’s scientific program was carefully put together to tackle all the key topics that have arisen in the light of COVID-19, and uncover and discuss effective and efficient treatment solutions, as well as discuss various approaches and techniques. Additionally, we are going to focus on the dermatology practice during COVID-19 and how we can improve the wellbeing of our patients, and will also discuss whether these skin diseases have increased or decreased during COVID-19.”

He concluded: “The Dubai Derma conference will also cover topics related to major skin diseases, as well as some of the basic skills in surgery, which will provide insights on how to preform basic surgery like stitching, and how to develop these skills to be able to perform different grafts or flaps for the surgery, in addition to focusing on providing insights into Laser, Fillers and Botox. Today, Dubai Derma is a considered to be a global scientific institution that has facilitated the exchange of knowledge and expertise for doctors from all over the world, through the educational courses and workshops it offers, which have greatly contributed over the years to refining the expertise of doctors and training them.”

From his side, Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of Dubai Derma and Chairman of INDEX Holding said: “Every year, we witness an astounding increase in the turnout of exhibitors, visitors, and participants of Dubai Derma, and it is evident that this event has become an indispensable meeting of the field’s most prominent experts, brands and companies.”

He added: “We are thrilled to be welcoming Dubai Derma’s visitors back, and consider this a clear indication of the United Arab Emirates’ leading position and substantial capabilities in hosting world-class events, while still implementing and maintaining the necessary precautions needed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of visitors and attendees.”

He concluded: “This year, the exhibition will include more than 350 exhibiting companies representing more than 500 international brands, where over 14,500 doctors, specialists and experts will be able to explore and delve into the latest technologies and innovations in the field of Dermatology and Laser, and will get the opportunity to network and connect with colleagues from across the world.”

From his side, Dr. Hassan Galadari, Head of Scientific Committee of Dubai Derma said: “People talk about the ‘new normal’ and how things are going to be moving forward. With a stellar number of speakers, cutting technology, and a focus on innovation that has become synonymous with Dubai, this edition of Dubai Derma is everything that has always been in the years prior. Attendees will rest assured that the quality of delivery of both live and virtual sessions will be top-notch. What’s even better they will be exposed to more international speakers than at any one point in the past.”

Furthermore, the first day of the conference discussed key topics in the field such as: Hyperpigmentation, Acne, Melasma, Chemical Peels, Hair loss, and more, through lectures delivered by some of the most prominent doctors and specialists from around the world.

Dubai Derma is supported by the Pan Arab League of Dermatology, Arab Academy of Dermatology & Aesthetics (AADA), and GCC League of Dermatologists and with the support of the Government of Dubai and Dubai Health Authority (DHA), and Dubai Business Events, Dubai Derma’s destination partner. Furthermore, the event is also supported by the American Academy of Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology Society of India, the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Egyptian Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (ESPRS), Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL), Pakistan Association of Dermatologists, and Sri Lanka College of Dermatologists.

Dubai Derma is annually organized by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding, in cooperation with the Arab Academy of Dermatology and Aesthetics (AADA).