This prestigious award recognises and celebrates the exceptional contributions of young researchers in sports medicine.
Aspetar will honour four outstanding young investigators for their best poster and oral presentations, encouraging the dissemination of innovative research to a global audience.
The awardees will receive a certificate of excellence, a prize, and an opportunity to present their research during a dedicated session at the FIMS Congress.
Khalid al-Nema, Director of Marketing and Communication at Aspetar, stated “Aspetar, as a leading reference centre for sports medicine and sports science, is committed to nurturing the next generation of researchers in this field. The Young Researchers Award is a significant initiative that recognises and supports young scientists who are making substantial contributions to our vision of advancing sports medicine globally.”
In addition to the awards, key speakers from Aspetar will participate in various sessions throughout the congress. Their involvement highlights Aspetar’s commitment to advancing knowledge and practice in sports medicine on an international scale.
Since establishing a formal partnership with FIMS in 2016, Aspetar has contributed to the ongoing success of the FIMS World Congress of Sports Medicine through keynote lectures, symposia and workshops on various sports medicine and science topics.
Dr Omar al-Sayrafi will be one of the panellists discussing the future of sports medicine and science in the GCC.
Dr Marco Cardinal will be a key speaker, addressing the topic of protecting young athletes, performance progression, and injury prevention.
The participation of Aspetar speakers demonstrates the hospital’s experience and leadership in the field of rehabilitation. Dr Rod Whiteley will present Aspetar’s clinical approach to rehabilitation and return to sports after hamstring injury, based on the management of 450 athletes at the hospital.
The FIMS Congress, taking place from October 24-27, brings together leading experts and practitioners from around the world to discuss the latest advancements in sports medicine and science.
As one of the world leaders in sports medicine and science, Aspetar continues to prioritise extensive clinical, research and education collaborations with many local, regional, and international individuals, institutions, and organisations.
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