In a region witnessing rapid transformation in Cardiac Surgery, few platforms manage to combine scientific rigor, surgical innovation, and regional leadership as effectively as the 2^nd Gulf Society for Cardiac Surgery Conference (GSCS 2025).

Held on 12–13 December 2025 at Conrad Dubai, the GSCS 2025 emerged as a defining milestone for Advanced Cardiac Surgery in the Gulf, convening global expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and the next generation of surgical leaders under one roof.

GSCS 2025 at a Glance: A Regional Scientific Milestone

 The second edition of GSCS achieved remarkable scale and impact, reflecting the society’s growing influence across the Middle East and beyond:

• 402 attendees from 22countries, representing a truly remarkable cardiac surgery audience
• 103 faculty members, including 81 regional experts and 22 international guest speakers
• 12 scientific sessions and 6 industrial symposia, delivering high-value clinical content
• 12 CME-accredited hours, reinforcing GSCS’s educational credibility
• 44 abstract submissions, with 11 oral presentations and 21 posters accepted
• 3 hands-on surgical workshops, bridging theory with real-world application
• Dedicated parallel tracks for residents, perfusionists, and cardiac nursing professionals

These numbers do more than reflect attendance, they underscore GSCS’s role as a hub for cardiovascular innovation, education, and collaboration in the Gulf region.

In-Depth Scientific Program Overview

 Day 1: Advancing Adult Cardiac Surgery

The first day of GSCS 2025 focused on complex adult cardiac surgery, with sessions designed to challenge conventional thinking and introduce next-level surgical strategies. Core themes included:

• Coronary artery surgery and complex revascularization strategies
• Robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery, highlighting precision-driven approaches
• Heart failure management, including transplantation and complex cases
• Mechanical circulatory support, with in-depth discussions on MCS, and ECLS
• Data-driven surgical decision-making
• Joint regional and international sessions, offering global perspectives adapted to Gulf healthcare systems

A standout moment was the GSCS Distinguished Guest Lecture, which explored extra-terrestrial medicine, expanding the intellectual boundaries of cardiac surgery and reinforcing the conference’s commitment to future-facing science.

Day 2: Shaping the Future of Cardiac Surgery

Shifting the spotlight toward innovation, young talent, and emerging surgical frontiers.

The program delivered a high-energy blend of education and debate through:

• Best Abstract and Rapid-Fire sessions, showcasing cutting-edge research
• A compelling Keynote Lecture on Congenital Heart Surgery
• Advanced discussions on valve surgery, TAVI, and atrial fibrillation management
• Thought-provoking cardiac surgery debates
• Strong collaboration with international endoscopic and minimally invasive societies

From technological breakthroughs to surgical controversies, Day 2 reinforced GSCS 2025 as a forum where science, innovation, and clinical judgment converge.

Empowering the Full Cardiac Surgery Ecosystem

 One of GSCS 2025’s strongest differentiators was its parallel, profession-specific programs, reinforcing a team-based approach to cardiac care:

• Residents Program: Career development, mentorship, and transition to surgical independence
• Perfusion Program: Advanced perfusion technologies, ECMO management, and mechanical support
• Nursing Program: Perioperative excellence, patient safety, and robotic cardiac surgery support

This structure reflects a mature understanding: cardiac surgery excellence is built by systems, not individuals.

Celebrating Scientific Achievement: Abstract Awards

 GSCS 2025 recognized outstanding research contributions through its Abstract Awards:

• 1st Place Oral Abstract: Raghad Alhojailan– Saudi Arabia
• 1st Place Rapid Fire Abstract: Nora Al Amri– Saudi Arabia
• 1st Place Poster Presentation: Mohamed Tharwat– Oman

These awards highlighted the rising scientific caliber of Gulf-based cardiac surgery research.

A Strategic Platform for Global Collaboration

 Beyond scientific sessions, GSCS 2025 strengthened its role as a connector between regional expertise and global cardiac surgery communities, laying the groundwork for sustained international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

 A Benchmark in Professional Conference Delivery

 The success of the GSCS 2025 was not only defined by its scientific depth, but by the precision, consistency, and professionalism behind its delivery.

ICOM Gulf Team played a central role in translating GSCS’s scientific vision into a seamless, world-class conference experience.

From end-to-end project management and faculty coordination to program flow, delegate experience, and on-site execution, our team ensured that every detail aligned with international medical congress standards. The result was a conference that enabled science to lead—without operational friction.

GSCS 2025 stands as a clear example of how strategic conference management, when led by an experienced regional partner, can elevate a scientific meeting into a benchmark event for the cardiac surgery community in the Gulf.

Looking Ahead: GSCS 2026 and Beyond

 With a clear vision and growing momentum, GSCS continues its journey toward shaping the future of cardiac surgery in the Gulf region and internationally. GSCS 2025 was not a conclusion—it was a launchpad.