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AID GCC SCHOOL

The Aims of the school is to deliver high standard, evidence-based diabetes education for health professionals, people with diabetes and caregivers worldwide. Our Mission encompassed the following objectives:

  • To build a global health workforce equipped to care for people with diabetes.

  • To support effective diabetes detection prevention and treatment worldwide.

  • To deliver high-quality innovative education for diabetes care professionals.

  • To foster a global community of professionals improving practice through shared learning.

18-19 September 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a groundbreaking event, where the world’s leading experts in diabetes care and cutting-edge technology come together!

Supported by an Unrestricted Educational Grant from Industry.
For more information, click here.

SCHOOL SPEAKERS

The school will be led by GCC regional and international diabetes experts. Our speakers represent the forefront of research and clinical practice, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insights to ATTD AID GCC School.

Peter Adolfsson

Högsbo Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
Ramzi Ajjan
Ramzi Ajjan

Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
Mohamed Al Mehthel
Mohamed Al Mehthel

King Fahad Medical City Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Mohamed Al-Sofiani
Mohamed Al-Sofiani

King Saud University, College of Medicine Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Lamya Al Zubaidi

Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Tadej Battelino
Tadej Battelino

UMC-University Children's Hospital Ljubljana, Slovenia
Katrien Benhalima
Katrien Benhalima

UZ Leuven Leuven, Belgium
Cari Berget

Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, Aurora, Colorado, United States
Bassam Bin Abbas
Bassam Bin Abbas

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Pratik Choudhary
Pratik Choudhary

University Hospitals Leicester Leicester, UK
Asma Deeb

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Gregory Forlenza

Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, Aurora, Colorado, United States
Pieter Gillard

UZ Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
Sufyan Hussain

King’s College London, London, UK

18-19 September 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The school is open, free of charge, to practicing HCPs. Up to 2 nights accommodation and coverage of travel expenses may also be provided. Applications will be subject to approval by the ATTD AID GCC School administration.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of ATTD AID GCC School. Spaces are limited – make sure you’re part of this exclusive event in the heart of Saudi Arabia!

ATTD AID GCC SCHOOL PROGRAM

Explore our comprehensive agenda for the ATTD AID GCC School. Over two days, participants will engage in insightful sessions focused on the need for further education on AID functionality & optimization strategies and those with low adoption clinics to AID therapy.

This school is intended for pediatric and adult endocrinologists/diabetologists, practicing health care providers with hands on experience with AID systems, nurses and diabetes educators with leading roles in key diabetes clinics, managing pump clinics and other HCPs with identified need for further education on AID functionality & optimization strategies and those with low adoption clinics to AID therapy. All from the GCC countries.

Each day will feature keynote presentations from leading experts, interactive workshops, and opportunities for networking with fellow healthcare professionals.

  • Friday, September 18, 2026
  • Saturday, September 19, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

12:3013:30
Arrivals & Registration
  60min
13:3013:40
Introduction & Opening
  10min

Speakers: Tadej Battelino, Slovenia & Bassam Bin Abbas, Saudi Arabia


13:4014:10
From Barriers to Breakthroughs: Benchmarking AID Adoption in MENA against Global standards
  15 min each speaker

Speakers: Lamya Al Zubaidi, Saudi Arabia & Katrien Benhalima, Belgium


14:1014:30
Why are we here today!
  20min

Speakers panel for group discussion


14:3015:00
Optimizing Diabetes Care via Technological Integration
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

 Speaker: Tadej Battelino, Slovenia


15:0015:30
Mastering Automated Insulin Delivery: From Basal Logic to Glycemic Excellence
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Sufyan Hussian, UK


15:3016:00
The Proactive Edge: Clinical Advantages of Early AID Adoption
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Bassam Bin Abbas, Saudi Arabia


16:0016:20
Coffee Break
  20min

 


16:2016:50
Navigating the Learning Curve: Empowering Users in the AID Era
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

 Speaker: Cari Berget, USA


16:5017:20
The MDI-to-AID Roadmap: Individualized Strategies for All Ages
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Mohammed Al Mehthel, Saudi Arabia


17:2017:50
AID for All: Practical Approaches to Broad Implementation in Clinical Practice or From Selected Use to Standard of Care: Scaling AID for All People with T1D
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Mohammed Al-Sofiani, Saudi Arabia


17:5018:10
Day 1 Wrap up & Feedback
  20min

Speaker: Bassam Bin Abbas, Saudi Arabia


Saturday, September 19, 2026

08:0008:30
Empowering the Care Team: Strategies to Increase AID Adoption and Clinical Confidence (clinical pathways, group trainings, education strategies)
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Pratik Choudhary, UK


08:3009:00
The Art of Adjustment: Optimizing Insulin Parameters Across Varied Clinical Profiles
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Ramzi Ajjan, UK


09:0009:40
Clinical Adjustments for Distinct Scenarios: School-Day Dynamics (15 min) and Ramadan Fasting (15 min)
  30min + 10min (Q&A)

Speakers: Asma Deeb, UAE & Mohammed Al-Sofiani, Saudi Arabia


09:4010:10
Navigating Exercise and Illness with Automated Insulin Delivery
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Peter Adolfsson, Sweden


10:1010:30
Coffee Break
  20min

 


10:3011:30
Clinical Scenarios from center of excellence
  60mins

Speakers: Gregory Forlenza, USA & Pieter Gillard, Belgium


11:3012:00
The Data-Driven Clinician: Optimizing Therapy through Data Management Systems (including Discover Omnipod5 DMS)
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Cari Berget, USA


12:0012:30
Closing the Gap: The Role of Sensor Accuracy in Achieving Glycemic Targets
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Peter Adolfsson, Sweden


12:3013:30
Lunch Break
  60min
13:3014:00
Reducing the Daily Burden of Diabetes: Leveraging AID for Improved Quality of Life
  20min + 10min (Q&A)

Speaker: Pieter Gillard, France


14:0014:20
Making Data Meaningful: The Clinician's Consensus for Unified CGM Metrics
  15min + 5min (Q&A)

Speaker: Tadej Battelino, Slovenia


14:2015:20
Interpretation of clinical scenarios brought by the participants Interactive session with voting
  60min

Speakers: Pediatric: Gregory Forlenza, USA
Adults: Ramzi Ajjan, UK


15:2016:20
Tubeless AID system: Omnipod 5 Overview, Clinical Insights & Evidence, Discover DMS
  60min

Speaker: Sufyan Hussein, UK


16:2016:45
Time in Range for Everyone: Scaling Technology in Real-World Care
  20min + 5min (Q&A)

Speaker: Pratik Choudhary, UK


16:4517:00
Closing Remarks & Feedback (voting)
  15min

Speaker: Severine Liabat & Bassam Bin Abbas, Saudi Arabia


CME-CPD ACCREDITATION

Accreditation Statement and Credit Designation

European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (UEMS/EACCME)

The ATTD AID GCC School, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 18/09/2026 – 19/09/2026, has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 11.5 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that were actually spent in the educational activity. The EACCME is an institution of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS): www.uems.eu 

Credit Breakdown
Each participant should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

American Medical Association (AMA)

Through an agreement between the European Union of Medical Specialists and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EACCME credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsâ„¢. Information on the process to convert EACCME credit to AMA credit can be found at https://www.ama-assn.org/education/ama-pra-credit-system/agreement-european-union-medical-specialties-uems

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognized by the UEMS-EACCME for ECMEC credits are deemed to be Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. For more information, visit: https://www.royalcollege.ca/en/standards-and-accreditation/cpd-accreditation/international-agreements-physicians-outside-canada.html

Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)

Healthcare professionals registered with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) may apply for recognition of their participation and related CME/CPD hours through the Mumaris+ platform.

Participants should upload their certificate of attendance through the Recognition and Self-Directed Learning service in Mumaris+. The certificate will indicate the number of educational hours awarded and, subject to approval of the accreditation application, will include a declaration of the event’s UEMS-EACCME accreditation.

Recognition of the hours is subject to the requirements and approval of the SCFHS. Participants are responsible for submitting their certificates through their individual Mumaris+ accounts.

Educational Objectives

After participating in this educational event, learners should be able to:

  • Address individual needs in compliance with participants’ Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plans.
  • Analyse barriers to the adoption of automated insulin delivery systems in the GCC and compare regional practices with international standards.
  • Evaluate the clinical benefits and appropriate use of automated insulin delivery across different patient profiles and stages of diabetes care.
  • Interpret continuous glucose monitoring and automated insulin delivery data to optimise therapy and manage exercise, illness, fasting, school activities and other clinical scenarios.
  • Apply evidence-based strategies to support treatment initiation, individualise system settings, strengthen care-team confidence and expand the use of automated insulin delivery in clinical practice.

Target Audience

The principal intended recipients are fully qualified medical specialists in adult and pediatric endocrinology and diabetology from GCC countries, particularly consultants and experienced specialist physicians involved in the management of people with type 1 diabetes. The program is especially relevant to senior clinicians responsible for insulin pump and automated insulin delivery services, including those seeking to strengthen their knowledge of AID functionality, clinical optimization, interpretation of device data, and strategies for increasing adoption in routine practice.

To Receive Your CME/CPD Certificate

The CME/CPD certificate will be available after completing the online evaluation and credit-claiming procedure. The process takes about 5 minutes. We thank you for your feedback as it is an important part of CME/CPD accreditation and helps improve future educational offerings.

Before 19th of October 2026:

  1. Access the online system via the following link
  2. Complete the anonymous online evaluation
  3. Enter your email address (conference registration email) and Registration ID during the credit-claiming process
  4. Complete the credit claim form and submit
  • The CME/CPD certificate will be available for download and retained for your records.
  • Please note that web browsers Mozilla Firefox 2.X or higher, or Google Chrome are recommended. Mobile devices are not supported.
  • Kindly note that the ATTD AID GCC School 2026 online evaluation will be active on the last day of the meeting. You will then be able to access it and claim your CME/CPD certificate. 

Disclosure and Resolution of Personal Conflicts of Interest 

In accordance with CME/CPD accreditation criteria and standards for commercial support to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor, those in control of the educational content must disclose potential or actual conflicts of interest. Disclosure information is evaluated and conflicts of interest are resolved. Disclosure is made to participants prior to the activity. Participants will be asked on the evaluation to assess the objectivity and independence of the event.

  • View disclosure information

Industry Support Disclosure

This event is supported by an Unrestricted Educational Grant. All support is managed in strict accordance with CME/CPD accreditation criteria and standards for commercial support. Appropriate acknowledgement of all supporting organisations is made in the programme guide, on the event website, and with signage during the event.

Commitment to the Highest Standards in CME/CPD

Kenes Group is committed to being a valuable and knowledgeable partner in the design and delivery of educationally strong, independent, transparent, and effective CME/CPD programmes. Kenes is a proud member of the Good CME Practice Group (gCMEp), a member organisation contributing to improving health outcomes by:

  • Championing best practice in CME/CPD
  • Maintaining and improving standards
  • Mentoring and educating
  • Working in collaboration with critical stakeholders

Membership in the Good CME Practice Group illustrates Kenes commitment to high standards and knowledgeable partnership with its clients in the design and delivery of medical events.

Venue Location

Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center

Dist, King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Rd, King Abdullah Dt., Riyadh 13315, Saudi Arabia


Phone: +12 3 3456 7890

Fax: +12 9 8765 4321

info@attdaidgccschool.com

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Important Dates

Conference Dates: 18-19 Sept 2026

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