Dear Esteemed Colleagues,

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for the 1st SKMC Respiratory Therapy Congress 2026, held under the theme “Breathing Innovation: RT Leadership in the Era of Advanced Life Support,” taking place on 8–10 May 2026 at the Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, UAE.

This inaugural congress is dedicated to advancing respiratory therapy practice and strengthening leadership in pulmonary and critical care. The event will serve as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration, aligned with the UAE’s vision of delivering advanced, technology-driven healthcare.

Bringing together distinguished experts, clinicians, and researchers, the congress will highlight the latest developments in AI-guided mechanical ventilation, ECMO and advanced oxygenation, pulmonary diagnostics and rehabilitation, and professional development pathways for Respiratory Therapists. Through engaging scientific sessions and interactive discussions, participants will gain practical, evidence-based insights designed to enhance patient outcomes in high-acuity clinical environments.

The program is tailored for Respiratory Therapists, allied healthcare professionals, nurses, pulmonologists, ENT physicians, family medicine specialists, neurologists, internal medicine specialists, emergency physicians, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, residents, interns, and medical students who are committed to advancing excellence in respiratory care.

Your participation will be instrumental in shaping the success and legacy of this first edition. Together, we can elevate respiratory therapy leadership and define the future of advanced life support.

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we look forward to welcoming you to Abu Dhabi for what promises to be an impactful and inspiring inaugural congress.

Warm regards,