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Iraqi Urology Association

15th Iraqi
Urology Association
Scientific Conference

Advancing Urology, Improving lives

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26 – 27
Nov. 2026
Dijlah Village
Baghdad, Iraq
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Prof. Nibbras Al-Hamdani
Prof. Nibbras Al-Hamdani
Conference President
Head of the Iraqi Urology Association

Welcome

Dear Colleagues and Distinguished Guests,

It is a profound honor to invite you to the 15th Iraqi Urology Association Scientific Conference. As we mark a decade and a half of this vital gathering, we celebrate a shared legacy of excellence and embrace the promising future of urology in Iraq.

Urological care is continually evolving. By bringing together consultants, researchers, and practitioners, our goal is to turn the latest clinical guidelines and scientific breakthroughs into everyday clinical excellence and better outcomes for our patients.

We are proud to host you in Baghdad, a city rich in history and warm in hospitality. Your presence is what drives our collective success, and we look forward to welcoming you to this landmark event.

Sincerely, Prof. Nibbras Al-Hamdani

Founded in 2004

About IUA

The Iraqi Urology Association (IUA) is the professional body dedicated to advancing urological care, research, and education across Iraq. Founded on a mission to place scientific inquiry at the heart of clinical practice, the IUA serves as a vital network for urologists, surgeons, and medical professionals committed to excellence in patient care.

Through strategic collaborations with leading international bodies — including the Arab Association of Urology (AAU) and the European Association of Urology (EAU) — the IUA bridges the gap between local practitioners and the global medical community, while remaining deeply committed to continuous medical education.

By fostering a culture of innovation, academic research, and peer-to-peer mentorship, the Iraqi Urology Association continues to shape the future of urology in the region.

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Scientific Tracks

The scientific programme spans the full breadth of contemporary urology, organized into seven key tracks.

01
Uro-oncology

Prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular, and urothelial cancers: screening, organ-sparing and focal therapy, surgical advances, and de-escalation strategies.

02
Functional & Reconstructive Urology

Implants, lower urinary tract reconstruction, urethroplasty, neurogenic bladder, overactive bladder, and chronic pelvic pain.

03
Endourology & Stone Disease

Advanced endourology in complex patients, surgical and non-surgical management of urolithiasis, and ureteral strictures.

04
Andrology & Men's Health

The ageing male, sexual dysfunction, genetic discoveries, ART, and fertility preservation.

05
BPO & Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

Complications and technology-driven innovations in BPO management.

06
Infection in Urology

Prevention and management of urological infections.

07
Paediatric Urology

Addressing challenges, improving care, follow-up, and transition to adulthood.

Conference Committees

Conference President
Prof. Nibbras Al-Hamdani
General Secretary
Prof. Issam Al-Azzawi
Organizing Committee
Prof. Issam Al-Azzawi (Chair)

Prof. Usama Al-Nasiri
Prof. Mohanad Al-Saedi
Prof. Yousuf Al-Hallaq
Prof. Hayder I. Jawad
Prof. Ola Al-Kawaz
Prof. Raghib Jassam
Prof. Ammar Fadhil
Prof. Taha Kareem Kadhim
Prof. Mohammed Jabbar

Scientific Committee
Prof. Yousuf Al-Hallaq (Chair)

Prof. Usama Al-Nasiri
Prof. Issam Al-Azzawi
Prof. Mohanad Al-Saedi
Prof. Shawqi Ghazala
Prof. Ammar Fadhil
Prof. Murtadha Al-Musafir
Prof. Yasser Al-Wattar
Prof. Shakir Saleem
Prof. Ismail Hama Amin
Prof. Mohammed Redha Judi
Prof. Nawfal Fahad Abdul-Karim
Prof. Duraid Al-Hadithi

Administrative & Financial Committee
Prof. Hayder I. Jawad (Chair)

Prof. Mohammed Jabbar
Prof. Ali Wafa Al-Wafi
Ms. Farah Hassan

Exhibition Committee
Prof. Ola Al-Kawaz (Chair)

Prof. Issam Al-Azzawi
Prof. Mohanad Al-Saedi
Prof. Hayder I. Jawad
Prof. Qais Al-Ani
Dr. Nasr Al-Obaidy
Dr. Anas Al-Ubaidi

Media & Communications Committee
Prof. Raghib Jassam (Chair)

Prof. Taha Kareem Kadhim
Prof. Ali Wafa Al-Wafi
Prof. Mohammed Jabbar

Abstract Submission

Authors are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentation. Submission is completed online through a short, step-by-step form.

Submission deadline: 1st October 2026
Step 1 — Contact & Demographics

Enter your name, hospital/clinic, governorate, email, and phone number.

Step 2 — Specialty

Select your specialty (urology, or other).

Step 3 — Presentation Type

Choose Poster or Oral. Poster submissions proceed directly to the upload step.

Step 4 — Oral Submission Type

Oral presenters choose Research paper or Scientific presentation (educational, clinical, review, innovation, case series, etc.).

Step 5 — Structured Abstract

Research only: paper title, up to five authors, Aim and objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions, and publication status.

Step 6 — Upload & Submit

Upload your presentation or poster (PDF, DOC, DOCX, PNG, JPG, JPEG) with your CV and photo. PowerPoint files may be emailed to info@leftsphere.com.

Submit your abstract

Please note: abstract submission does not constitute conference registration. Presenters must also register to attend.

Registration

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