International Diabetic Foot Conference 2014

About the 5th International Diabetic Foot Conference (IDFC) International Diabetic Foot Conference IDFC is the premier international, interdisciplinary diabetic foot conference in UAE and the region.

The previous conference held 2010-2013 was a huge success and therefore, this year; this conference is being coordinated by Dr. Marwan and the wound Management team at Rashid hospital and will take place at the Conrad Hotel on November 13 & 14. 2014.

In its 5th year, the conference is designed for the wide spectrum of generalists and specialists who diagnose and manage the diabetic foot. Didactic talks, panel discussions, Q&A sessions, specialty symposia and workshops will delve into diagnostic and interventional strategies for diabetic foot ulcers and amputation prevention. Featuring a world-renowned international faculty, IDFC offers the opportunity to review state-of-the-art concepts and techniques

Conference Topics:
The multidisciplinary approach on Diabetic Foot management: the role of health care professional.
Diabetic foot infection. Diagnosis and Management.
Overview of the new diabetic foot infection guidelines.
Diabetic foot infection new classification.
Diabetic ulcer Vs. pressure ulcer.
Microbiology of the diabetic foot: what's new?
Classification of osteomyelitis in diabetic foot.
Diagnosis and treatment of diabetic foot osteomyelitis.
Neuropathic foot and neuroischaemic foot:
Medical treatment of osteomyelitis .
Surgical management of osteomyelitis
Diabetic foot reconstruction.
Charcot foot, diagnosis, management(medical and surgical)
Fungal infestation to deep tissue infection.
Nutrition and diabetic foot ulcers: Exploring the evidence.
Diabetic Foot ulcer and offloading algorithm.
The importance of patient education and adherence.