BIGSKY 2026 | Bigsky Cardiology Conference 2026

We are delighted to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to every one of you as we gather for the 9th year of Big Sky Cardiology Update Conference 2026. This milestone marks another year of dedicated commitment to advancing the field of cardiology and cardiovascular medicine.

Over the past eight years, our conference has evolved into a platform for innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. It is thanks to the unwavering support and enthusiasm of our participants, speakers, sponsors, and organizers that this event continues to thrive.
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This year’s conference promises to be exceptional, with a diverse array of expert speakers, engaging sessions, and opportunities for networking. We are proud to host an event that brings together leading minds in cardiology, fostering an environment for the exchange of cutting-edge research, clinical insights, and best practices.

As we gather here, let us remember the importance of our work – improving the health and well-being of countless individuals around the world. The dedication and passion of the cardiology community play a pivotal role in saving lives and enhancing the quality of life for so many.

We encourage you to take full advantage of this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Ask questions, share your experiences, and, most importantly, forge new friendships and collaborations that will drive our field forward.

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. We look forward to the valuable contributions and discussions that will undoubtedly shape the future of cardiology.
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Welcome to the 9th Big Sky Cardiology Update Conference 2026. Let’s embark on this exciting two-day journey together!

Dr. Anwar Al Zaabi

Conference Co-Chairman
Consultant Cardiologist
Chief Executive Officer
Sheikh Khalifa Hospital Fujairah
UAE

Dr. Hani Sabour

Conference Co-Chairman
Consultant Cardiologist/Cardiac Electrophysiology
Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital
UAE

Anwar Al Zaabi

Chief Executive Officer

Sheikh Khalifa Hospital

United Arab Emirates

Hani Sabour

Consultant Cardiologist

Cardiac Electrophysiology

Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital

United Arab Emirates

Mohamed Salah

Senior Consultant Cardiologist

Kalba Hospital

United Arab Emirates

Abdullah Shehab

Consultant Interventional Cardiology

Burjeel Hospital

United Arab Emirates

Arif Al Nooryani

Chief Executive Officer & Head of Cardiac Centre

Al Qassimi Hospital

United Arab Emirates

Bader Almustafa

Senior Consultant of Family Medicine & Clinical Hypertension

Saudi Hypertension Management Society

Saudi Arabia

Drik Blom

Head of Division of Lipidology, Department of Medicine

University of Cape Town

South Africa

Feras Bader

Clinical Professor of Medicine- Cardiology

Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University

Chairman, Middle East Heart Academy

United Arab Emirates

Gianfranco Parati

Senior Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine

President, World Hypertension League

University of Milano-Bicocca

Italy

Khalid Al Rasadi

Director of Medical Research Center

Sultan Qaboos University

Oman

Who Should Attend?

Cardiologists
Cardiac Surgeons
Internal Medicine Physicians
Endocrinologists
High Dependency Critical Care Unit Nurses
Primary Health Care Physicians
Nephrologists
Registered Nurses

We've streamlined the key dates below to help you prepare for the conference and make the most of this premier cardiology event. Be sure to mark them in your calendar and join us in shaping the future of cardiology!

Online Registration Open (Early Bird)

Program Topics Announced

Final Program

Invited Faculty Announced

Early Bird Registration Closes

Standard Registration Opens

CME Announcement

Big Sky Goes live

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We are thrilled to welcome you to Big Sky 2026, a landmark event highlighting the latest breakthroughs and innovations in Cardiology.

Join us for an engaging scientific program designed to inspire progress and collaboration in Cardiology.

Session Highlights at a Glance

CME Accreditation

Instructions for Claiming CME Certificates:

Post the event, registered attendees will receive an online evaluation survey to their registered email address.
Once the survey is completed, you will automatically receive the CME Certificate by email.
Please ensure that the email address provided at the time of registration is accurate.

Disclosure and Resolution of Personal Conflicts of Interest

This event is supported, in part, by funding from industry. All support is managed in strict accordance with CME/CPD accreditation criteria and standards for commercial support.

Session Attendance Scanning :

Attendance to the sessions will be monitored through scanning of the barcode on your conference badge at the entrance of the session hall.
CME credits will be awarded in accordance with session attendance.

Cardio Metabolic Innovation
Eagle’s Eye View Session
Diabetes and Ramadan
Hot line Session
Latest ESC AND ACC Guidelines
EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidemia
Arrhythmia Session
Advanced Heart Failure
Joint Session with Hypertension International Societies
Preventive sessions
Role of Cardiac Imaging in Everyday Practice
Ischemic Heart Diseases, Structural and interventional sessions
Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Getting It Right This Time Implications from recent guidelines

Hands On Workshop

Workshop 1: Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Change: Assessment, Readiness, and Practical Implementation
Workshop 2: Echocardiography Workshop - 3D TOE Simulator Workshops: Hands On
Workshop 3: Hands-On Blood Pressure Measurement and Clinical Application Workshop

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We are proud to present the faculty for Big Sky 2026. This distinguished group of experts brings together world-renowned leaders in cardiology from specialised institutions across the globe. Their collective experience, insight, and dedication form the foundation of a scientific program designed to inspire meaningful discussion, advance knowledge, and drive progress in cardiac care.

Our list of speakers include world-renowned leaders in the field of cardiology, representing specialised institutions from around the globe. Their collective expertise, insight, and dedication will contribute to a scientific program designed to inspire, educate, and drive meaningful progress in cardiology.

Abdul Rahman Agha El Kinge

Consultant Medical Oncologist

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

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