Where Cardiovascular Practice Meets Real World Execution

In cardiovascular medicine, progress is no longer defined by theory alone. It is measured by how knowledge translates into safer procedures, stronger teams, and better patient outcomes. This principle came to life at the GIS CVP Conference 2026, held on 30–31 January at the Grand Hyatt Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, as the Gulf Intervention Society delivered a highly practical and future focused scientific experience for cardiovascular professionals across the region.

A Scientific Platform Built for Practice, Not Just Discussion

The second edition of GIS CVP welcomed 650 onsite participants, bringing together cardiovascular physicians, cath lab leaders, and allied professionals committed to advancing procedural excellence. The program featured 9 scientific sessions, 3 high level round tables, and 15 intensive workshops running in 2 parallel halls, reflecting the growing demand for hands on, role specific education in modern cardiovascular care.

A standout element was the Training Villages, with 3 dedicated zones delivering more than 30 hours of focused learning, covering coronary physiology, advanced imaging, AI guided workflows, structural heart interventions, electrophysiology, and cath lab optimization. These immersive environments moved beyond lectures into real skill transfer, supported by live demonstrations, simulation-based training, and expert led troubleshooting.

The agenda also included 30 plus podcast interviews recorded with regional and international experts, extending the scientific impact beyond the conference halls and reinforcing GIS CVP as a year-round knowledge platform rather than a standalone event.

Global Expertise, Regional Relevance

GIS CVP 2026 hosted 4 international experts, alongside a strong regional faculty. Scientific discussions addressed real world challenges such as complication management, structural heart imaging, CTO strategies, renal denervation, stroke pathways in the cath lab, and emergency response readiness. Sessions were deliberately designed around multidisciplinary collaboration, reflecting how cardiovascular care is actually delivered today.

The program was accredited for 16 CME hours by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), reinforcing its clinical credibility and professional value for attending physicians and specialists.

Leadership Perspective

Commenting on the conference mission, Dr. Fawaz Almutairi, President of the Gulf Intervention Society, stated:“Investing in cardiovascular professionals is an investment in patient outcomes and the future of healthcare. GIS CVP was created to empower those working at the heart of cardiovascular practice, through structured education, collaboration, and hands on competency building that directly impacts daily clinical care”.

This statement was reflected throughout the agenda, particularly in sessions addressing workforce development, standardized training pathways, and the evolving strategic role of cardiovascular professionals across Gulf healthcare systems.

Dr. Mohammed Al Mudahki, Conference Chairman of GIS CVP 2026, stated:

“The GIS CVP was designed to reflect the reality of cardiovascular practice, where excellence depends on preparation, teamwork, and precision. This year’s program focused on practical decision making, complication readiness, and hands on skill development, ensuring that every session translates directly into safer procedures, stronger cath lab performance, and improved patient outcomes across the region”.

Precision Execution by ICOM Gulf

Behind the scenes, the conference was professionally managed by ICOM Gulf, team delivered a seamless scientific environment that matched the complexity of the program. From managing parallel workshops and training villages to coordinating international faculty participation, live transmissions, and on-site content production, ICOM Gulf ensured that scientific ambition was supported by operational precision.

This execution allowed faculty and attendees to focus entirely on learning, interaction, and clinical exchange, reinforcing the role of professional congress organization as a critical enabler of scientific impact.

Looking Ahead

GIS CVP Conference 2026 set a clear benchmark for cardiovascular education in the Gulf, one that prioritizes application over abstraction, multidisciplinary teamwork over silos, and continuous learning over one time engagement.

For cardiovascular professors and physicians seeking education that mirrors real clinical challenges and future ready practice, GIS CVP is no longer optional attendance. It is a reference point.

Discover more about the conference, its scientific agenda, and future editions by visiting https://gisonline.org/gis-cvp/