Dear Colleagues and Friends,
On behalf of the Emirates Diabetes & Endocrine Society and the Endocrine Society, we are delighted to welcome you to the Obesity Summit 2026, taking place virtually on 14 – 15 December 2026.
Obesity is one of the biggest health challenges facing our region and the world. It affects millions of individuals and families, and it is closely linked to diabetes, heart disease and many other conditions. It is also a condition that can be treated, and our understanding of it is moving faster than ever before.
Over two days, leading international and regional experts will share the latest evidence, new treatment options and team-based approaches to care. Together, these are changing what is possible for people living with obesity. We have designed the programme to be open and engaging for specialists, primary care physicians, dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and students alike. Because the Summit is fully virtual, you can join live sessions, take part in Q&A with speakers and connect with colleagues from wherever you are.
Our shared goal is simple: better understanding, better care and better lives for the people we serve.
We look forward to welcoming you online this December.
Warm regards,
Dr. Fatheya Al Awadi
President, Emirates Diabetes & Endocrine Society
Nanette Santoro, MD
President, The Endocrine Society