Dr. Gunay Salehova

Speech Title: Approach to Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorders in Newborns

Biography: She is an experienced Pediatrician-Neonatologist and Reanimatologist with 18+ years in pediatric healthcare. A Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine specializing in pediatric infectious diseases. She excel in critical care, emergency medicine, and neonatal resuscitation. As a Senior Researcher, she spearhead pivotal roles in emergency care protocols and child mortality analysis. She has contributed significantly to UNICEF's "10 Steps to Breast Milk" initiative, reflecting her commitment to proactive healthcare strategies.

Dr. Uma Bucha

Speech Title: Effectiveness of Video Modeling to Teach Imitation Skills to Children with Autism in an Underprivileged Community on the Island Nation of Mauritius

Biography: Experienced behavior analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychology, Developmental Disabilities, Functional Behavior Assessments, and Parent and Staff Coaching. Strong healthcare services professional with a Master's Degree focused in Psychology from Brunel University. Earned a Ph.D. degree at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Miss Safa Albustanji

Speech Title: The correlation between play pattern and language development among children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Biography: She is an SLP who is passionate about helping children with a wide range of difficulties in achieving their goals. Her interest is in Augmentative and Alternative Communication AAC which include speech and language pathology and Rehabilitation. Her professional experiences has enabled me to become familiar with various medical, educational, and developmental domains. She possess excellent communication skills that enable me easily engage with all kinds of people from different cultural, religious, linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds as well as her leadership abilities to build strong and lasting professional relationships.

Dr. Camila Ahmadova

Speech Title: Conditions found in Newborns Born to Diabetic Mothers

Mrs. Dana R. Al- Salah

Speech Title: Food Allergies and Celiac Awareness and Challenges for Those Living With These Diseases

Biography: Dana Al Salah is a certified Food Allergy Coach, educator, and advocate who takes a holistic, family-centered approach to supporting those living with food allergies and celiac disease. As a mother of children with multiple allergies, she brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional knowledge in nutrition, the microbiome, and early childhood development. Dana is currently completing her certification as a breastfeeding consultant and proudly serves on the board of the Celiac Care Providers Society. She leads community efforts to make schools, restaurants, and public spaces more allergy-aware, inclusive, and safe for all.

Dr. Risto Simeonov

Biography: Ass. Prof. Dr. Risto Simeonov MD, PhD, was born in 1972 in Skopje, Macedonia. He graduated from Faculty of Medicine, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje“ in 1997. Started residency in PHI University Clinic of Pediatric Surgery in Skopje where in 2004 he becomes specialist in pediatric surgery. In 2018, he transferred in Private Health Institution “Acibadem Sistina“ Clinical Hospital, Department of Pediatric Surgery where he is currently enrolled as a chief of Pediatric Surgery department. In 2018, he defeated his doctoral thesis. Currently he is Assistant Professor of General and Pediatric Surgery in Faculty of Medical Sciences, “Goce Delcev“University-Shtip, Macedonia. Back then in 2009 he was the first one who made the first pediatric kidney transplantation. He has published more than 30 abstracts and many scientific articles in different journals and he is a coauthor of several student textbooks.

Dr. Linda Abu Jaber

Speech Title: Building Healthy Foundations: Promoting Healthy Habits and the Role of Well-Baby Checks in the MENA Region

Biography: Dr. Linda Abujaber-Ammari is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric infectious disease specialist with over 30 years of international experience. She completed her training at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Emory University, and later became certified in integrative and holistic medicine, medical acupuncture, and clinical homeopathy. She is the founder of Ask Dr. Linda, a parenting and pediatric education platform serving families and professionals across the MENA region. Dr. Abujaber has authored multiple books in both English and Arabic on breastfeeding, newborn care, early childhood nutrition, and natural management of pediatric conditions. Her work bridges traditional practices and modern evidence-based care, making her a leading voice in culturally competent pediatric health education. She currently practices at Abdali Hospital in Amman, Jordan.

Sabina Jafarova

Speech Title: Clinical and immunological manifestations and features of the course of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children with Covid-19

Biography: Sabina Jafarova is a Doctor Phd at Azerbaijan Medical University, based in Baku, Azerbaijan. They are responsible for their role at the university. Previously, Jafarova held a Phd position with MediClub. Jafarova holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Azerbaijan Medical University.

Mr. Enes Tuğrul

Speech Title: The Effect of Structured Sensory-Based Occupational Therapy Home Program on Sensory Behavioral Responses in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Biography: He is completed his primary, secondary and high school education in Anamur. He completed his undergraduate education at Hacettepe University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy as an honor student between 2013-2017. He was accepted to the master's program at Hacettepe University, Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy in 2018. He completed his master's degree and received his scientific specialization. In 2023, he was accepted to the doctoral education in the field of Neuroscience with the 1st regular acceptance and is continuing his doctoral education.

Dr Khiadi Tseloeva

Speech Title: Shuddering Attacks in Children: A Benign Phenomenon

Dr. Sara Shawki

Speech Title: Gut-Brain Axis in Children: Can Nutrition Shape Behavior and Neurodevelopment?

Dr. Rana Magdy Yehia

Speech Title: Approved Pharmacological Treatments for Childhood Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence and Clinical Applications

Dr. Aliya Kemal Ahsan

Speech Titles:
1. Zinc Micronutrient Deficiency and Its Prevalence in Malnourished Pediatric Children as Compared to Well-Nourished Children: A Nutritional Emergency
2. Early Outcomes of Tetralogy of Fallot Repair in Children with or Without Transannular Patch Implantation and Monocusp valve Use
3. Incidence and risk factors for acute kidney injury in children with congenital heart disease undergoing cardiac surgery in a tertiary care center
4. Predictors of Short Versus Prolonged PCICU Stay After Primary Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot at a Tertiary Care Unit, Karachi: A Single-Center Study
5. Clinical Efficacy of Salbutamol Delivered via Nebulizer Versus Metered Dose Inhaler with Spacer and Mask in Wheezing Children
6. Frequency and pattern of adult congenital heart disease in a tertiary care cardiac hospital