3rd Pediatric Rheumatology Forum

Welcome message

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 3rd Pediatric Rheumatology Seminar in Kuwait, organized under the auspices of the Kuwait Association of Rheumatologists (KAR).

Building on the success of our previous seminars held in 2018 and 2020, this meeting aims to enhance awareness of common pediatric rheumatic disorders and highlight the latest advances, research, and clinical practices in this evolving field.

Through discussions on common pediatric rheumatic conditions, rheumatology in adolescents, and autoinflammatory disorders, we hope to foster knowledge exchange, encourage collaboration among healthcare professionals, and strengthen our collective commitment to improving the diagnosis, management, and quality of life of children affected by these conditions.

I look forward to an engaging and enriching scientific programme and thank all our distinguished speakers and participants for their valuable contributions and continued support.

With best wishes,
Dr. Muna Almutairi
Chairperson

3 scientific tracks

Overview of common disorders in Pediatric Rheumatology
Lupus, vasculitis, immunological tests and juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
Rheumatology in adolescents
Transition to adult care, life beyond JIA and adolescent mental health.
Autoinflammatory disorders
Autoinflammatory bone disease, inflammatory skin disease and fevers beyond infection.

Who should attend

Physicians

Rheumatologists
General Pediatricians
Family Physicians

Residents

Pediatric Residents
Internal medicine Residents
Orthopedic Residents

Allied health

Physiotherapists

Speakers

Dr. Muna AlmutairiForum ChairpersonKuwait
Dr. Maryam AlhajiriUnmasking Pediatric LupusSaudi Arabia
Dr. Hanof KhuderVascular Involvement in Pediatric VasculitisKuwait
Dr. Jalila AlshekailiInterpretation of immunological testsOman
Dr. Dalal MohammedJuvenile idiopathic arthritis: Is it a puzzle?Kuwait
Dr. Wafaa Al‑suwairiTransition Pediatric patients to adult Rheumatology careSaudi Arabia