Amanda Barnard
Australia
Ana Nunes Barata
Portugal
Anna Stavdal
Norway
Chris Van Weel
The Netherlands
Donald Li
China
Evelyn van Weel-Baumgarten
The Netherlands
Hassan Salah
Egypt
Jacqueline Ponzo
Uruguay
Laurence Dorman
Northern Ireland
Mohammed Rasoul Tarawneh
Jordan
Nagwa Nashat
Egypt
Nick Guldemond
Russian Federation
Oraib Al Smadi
Jordan
Pramendra Prasad Gupta
Nepal
Raman Kumar
India
Richard Roberts
United States
Ryuki Kassai
Japan
Shabir Moosa
South Africa
Sir Andy Haines
United Kingdom
Wadeia Al Sharif
United Arab Emirates
Dr. Hussein Al Rand
Chair of Conference Planning Committee
It is with great honor that I invite you to the 23rd WONCA World Conference of Family Doctors WONCA 2020, to be held between 25th and 29th November 2020 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Dr. Donald Li Kwok Tung
President of WONCA
WONCA world events are key highlights of our calendar, providing a chance for us to get together with old friends and new, exchange ideas and experiences and to learn from each other.
Dr. Wadeia Al Sharif
Co-Chair, Host Organising Committee
Holding this World Conference in Abu Dhabi, is especially important, as it promises to be the largest gathering of Family Medicine Experts to take place in the Arab world, with an expected 4,000 Health Care Professionals in attendance.
Dr. Mohamed Farghaly
Co-Chair, International Scientific Committee
The WONCA 2020 Host & Scientific committees are developing a rich educational and networking program, featuring highly respected international and regional faculty, including scientific sessions, workshops and seminars, forums, debates and networking events.
Conference Starts In
2021/11/11 07:00:00
Faculty & Speakers
Registration
Register for The WONCA 2020 – the 23rd World Conference of Family Doctors and enjoy this unique opportunity to interact with highly renowned experts in family medicine.
Submit Abstract
The 23rd World Conference of Family Doctors (WONCA 2020) Scientific Committee invites authors to submit abstracts for workshop and symposia abstracts to be presented at WONCA 2020.
Marketing Opportunities
Do you want to increase your exposure to our attendees? WONCA 2020 offers a variety of ways for you to do so! Select the below options that work best for your company.
Who Will Attend
- Family Physician
- General Practitioner
- Public and Community Health Doctor
- Nurse
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Paramedical Staff
- Rehabilitation Doctor & Physiotherapist
- Family Medicine Resident
- Medical Student
Why Attend
- Over the course of four days, attendees will have a wide range of sessions to choose from World renowned experts will be invited for state of the art plenary and special session lectures. In addition, numerous workshops. oral and poster presentations highlighting the latest and most cutting-edge research will be prominently featured in this exciting scientific agenda.
- With over 4,000 participants expected to convene in Abu Dhabi, WONCA 2020 offers a unique platform and the opportunity for you to network with a truly international audience
- Do not miss this opportunity to learn from and meet an exceptional group of international faculty.
- Freely access to the exhibition running alongside the conference and gain in- sights into the latest product information and trends.
- Earn CME credits.
Sessions Highlights
- Plenary Lectures
- Special Sessions & State of the Art Lectures
- Workshops & Symposia
- Oral Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Sponsored Symposia
- Industry Exhibition
Awards & Grants
The organizing committee of the 23rd WONCA World Conference of Family Doctors is pleased to support and promote the continued development of family medicine by handing exceptional research with oral and poster presentation awards.
Abstract Submissions Open (Workshops/Symposia)
April 1, 2019
Online Registration Open (Early Bird)
April 1, 2019
Submission Close (Workshops/Symposia)
January 10, 2020
Online Accommodation Open
January 15, 2019
Abstract Submissions Open (Oral/Poster)
January 20, 2020
Author Notifications (Workshops/Symposia)
February 06, 2020
Abu Dhabi
Your Host City
Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the largest of the seven emirates federation – taking up approximately 87% of the country’s land area and it is one of the world’s most prosperous and rapidly developing cities. The Emirate is also known for its massive oil reserves and spectacular infrastructure.
Conference Venue
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre ( ADNEC )
The award winning Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) is purpose built for conferences and exhibitions, and provides ample and flexible space for the WONCA World Conference. With 77,000 square meters of interconnected and flexible event floor space ADNEC is one of the world’s most innovative event venues.
International Attendees
Staging the WONCA 2020 between in November 2020 comes at an ideal timing for making your trip to Abu Dhabi. There are many world-class entertainment events and sporting competitions, particularly during the winter months.
Visa Information
The visa and permit system works according to rules and regulations set by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship-ICA and its affiliated Directorates of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in each emirate.
Accommodation
Abu Dhabi has a very wide range of places to stay, accommodating all budget types, From luxurious five-star beach and business hotels to simple but economical one-star accommodation.
Transportation
Getting around in Abu Dhabi is quite easy with a modern and well-managed network of roads, freeways, interchanges and efficient, reasonably priced transportation services.