Iraqi Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

12th Conference of the Iraqi Society

of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Welcome

Dear Esteemed Colleagues and guests,

On behalf of the Iraqi Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology,

it is with immense pleasure and enthusiasm that we welcome you to the 12th Conference of the Iraqi Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ISGH), set to take place on 5th and 6th of February, 2026 in Dijlah village, Baghdad. Building on the success of our previous gatherings, this year's conference promises to be an enriching platform for knowledge exchange, scientific discussion, and professional collaboration in the ever-evolving fields of gastroenterology and hepatology.

This conference will feature live transmission of Gl endoscopic interventions from multiple prestigious international centers, cutting-edge presentations, interactive workshops, and expert-led discussions, all designed to enhance clinical practice and patient care in Iraq and beyond.

Our shared goal is to foster innovation, improve treatment outcomes, and address the challenges facing our specialty today.

We are confident that this gathering will inspire meaningful dialogue, strengthen professional networks, and drive progress in our field. Your participation and contributions are invaluable to making this event a success.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to what promises to be a stimulating and impactful conference. Together, let us advance the frontiers of gastroenterology and hepatology for the benefit of our patients and communities.

Warm regards,

Dr. Raghad Jawad Hussein

Conference and society president

Main Topics

  • Interventional upper and lower GI endoscopy

  • Diagnostic and interventional endoscopic ultrasound

  • Pancreato-biliary endoscopy

  • 3rd space endoscopy: ESD and POEM

  • Functional GI and motility disorders, including manometry

    Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Research vs. Clinical Practice

  • Liver Diseases, including hepatocellular carcinoma, viral

  • hepatitis, fibrosis, and biliary disorders

  • Colorectal & Small Bowel cancers

  • Esophageal reflux disease

Faculty

Advisory Board:

Dr. Makki Hummadi Fayad

Dr. Amira Hussain Ali Shubbar

Dr. Salahulddin Abdulnabi

Dr. Talib Abd Alaaima Majeed

Dr. Nawal Alkhalidi

Dr. Qalander Hussein Kasnazani

Scientific Faculty:

Dr. Rayadh Asmer - president

Dr. Jasim Muhsin Almaliki

Dr. Jawad Abd Al Kadhum

Dr. Raafat Raoof

Dr. Hani Alansari

Dr. Hiwa Abu Baker

Dr. Abdulelah Alabidy

Dr. Maan Almuntheri

Dr. Ali Ismail

Dr. Usama Taher

Dr. Marwan Hamid

Dr. Haider Mohsen Jarallah

Dr. Ali Hussain Shilb

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah

Dr. Hayder Jamal

Dr. Issam Abdulkareem

Dr. Issa Hussain

Dr. Waseem Mohammed Shakir

Abstract submission

Abstract guidance:

• ISGH 2025 conference will be an in-person conference; authors must attend and present at the conference in-person

The submitting author should input all author details and upload their abstract using the abstract submission form.

Authors should indicate the type of submission (paper for oral presentation, poster, or video presentation)

All abstracts must be submitted in English

Submissions should use 12 pt font, and follow APA-7 style guide:

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Scan or click on the QR to SUMBIT your Abstract

Submission can be either:

Oral Sessions

These face-to-face live sessions are followed by a question period. They can address research-based topics relating to but not limited to the conference theme.

Poster Sessions

Posters will be displayed in hard copy format and presented on the posters wall. They can address research-based topics relating to but not limited to the conference theme.

Both should be in 250 words or less and cover the different aspects of research including aims, methods, results & conclusions.

Video session

This year's conference will feature an interactive video session, showcasing live endoscopy demonstrations, rare case presentations, and advanced procedural techniques to enhance hands-on learning. These sessions will provide a dynamic opportunity to observe expert performances, discuss real-time challenges, and refine your clinical skills.