Dr. Hawkar A. Kak-Ahmed دكتور هاوكارعبدالله كاك احمد

02/07/2026

🌐 *IKPSA & AAPS GLOBAL WEBINAR SERIES* 🌐
​Dear Colleagues and Friends,
​You are cordially invited to an exclusive scientific session tackling one of the most challenging areas in pediatric gastroenterology and surgery.
​🎙️ Featured Speaker: Prof. *Tutku Soyer*
President of the Turkish Association of Pediatric Surgeons (TAPS)
​📘 Topic: *Management of esophageal strictures: Same for all or different for each?*
📅 Date: *Friday, July 3rd* , 2026
⏰ Time: *8:00 PM Baghdad Time (5:00 PM GMT)*
​Gain expert insights into personalized clinical strategies, modern protocols, and decision-making for esophageal strictures.
​🔗 Secure your virtual seat today! Register via Zoom here:
👉 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/u7JPOsVmQTuisFbJw-9mLw

Or 👉
click on the QR code on the poster.

​ _Your participation enriches our scientific discussion. Please forward this to your department, residents, and professional networks!_

26/06/2026

*Thank You & Summary:*

Webinar on Pediatric Surgical Education / Join Us in July!

Dear Colleagues,
On behalf of the Iraqi Kurdistan Pediatric Surgeons Association (IKPSA) and the Arab Association of Pediatric Surgeons (AAPS), we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our recent webinar on Pediatric Surgical Education on June 15th, 2026.
We are proud to share that the event was a tremendous success, drawing *385 participants* from across the region and beyond for an engaging, high-impact *one-hour* session.
A special thank you goes out to our distinguished speaker, Professor *Udo Rolle* , for an incredibly insightful and inspiring presentation. We also want to recognize our excellent moderators for guiding the discussion seamlessly, and our audience for their high-level interaction, thought-provoking questions, and active participation.
*Key Recommendations*
The webinar brought forward critical insights and recommendations specifically tailored to the advancement of pediatric surgery training and education for Iraqi pediatric surgeons:
1. Standardization of Curriculum
2. Enhanced Simulation Training
3. Collaborative Mentorship
3. Continuous Academic Exchange

Save the Date: Our Next Webinar ( *Early July 2026* )
We are committed to keeping this momentum going. We are thrilled to invite you to our next webinar coming up in early July 2026.
Guest Speaker: *Professor Tutku Soyer*
Topic: *Congenital Esophageal Stenosis*
Further details regarding the exact date, timing, and registration links will be shared with you shortly. We look forward to your continued presen

07/06/2026

🌐 IKPSA & AAPS GLOBAL WEBINAR SERIES 🌐

​We are thrilled to invite pediatric surgeons, urologists, residents, and medical educators to an exclusive scientific session featuring one of the foremost voices in global pediatric surgery.
​🎙️ Speaker: Prof. Dr. Udo Rolle (President of WOFAPS)
📘 Topic: Pediatric Surgical Education
📅 Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM GMT
​Advance your academic insights and join a global discussion on the future of surgical training.
​🔗 Secure your spot today! Register here:
👉 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O9Iq-JzbSyGckTz8ZFmazw #/registration

​Please share this invitation with colleagues and trainees who might benefit from this high-caliber session.

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته،
يسرنا أن نلتقي بكم مجدداً في افتتاح السلسلة العلمية الدولية المشتركة بين جمعية جراحي الأطفال بكردستان العراق (IKPSA) والرابطة العربية لجراحي الأطفال (AAPS).
​
​🎙️ المنبر العلمي يتشرف باستضافة:
البروفيسور أودو رول (Prof. Udo Rolle)
رئيس الجمعية العالمية لجراحي الأطفال (WOFAPS).
​📘 محور الندوة:
Pediatric Surgical Education (تعليم جراحة الأطفال)
​📅 الموعد: الاثنين، 15 يونيو 2026
⏰ الوقت:
• 07:00 مساءً بتوقيت غرينتش (GMT)
• 10:00 مساءً بتوقيت مكة المكرمة / بغداد
​حضوركم إثراء حقيقي للندوة، ودعمكم بنشر الإعلان بين زملائكم وأطبائنا الأفاضل يساهم في نشر الفائدة.
​🔗 رابط التسجيل المباشر:
👉 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O9Iq-JzbSyGckTz8ZFmazw #/registration
​أهلاً وسهلاً بالجميع.. حضوركم يشرفنا! 🌹

01/06/2026

"Our hands are here to heal, our hearts are here to hope, and our commitment is to ensure a healthy future for every child in Iraqi Kurdistan and the world." — Iraqi Kurdistan Pediatric Surgeons Association (IKPSA).

​On this 1st of June, we look at the smiles of our children and see the bright future of our nation. Protecting their health is not just our profession—it is our deepest privilege.

​Wishing a very happy and healthy International Children’s Day to all the little heroes out there! 🌟🩺

​🌐 Visit us at www.ikpsa.org

​ June1 SaveLives

26/05/2026

19/02/2026

First IKPSA & 19th AAPS Joint Conference-Erbil-KRG-IRAQ*

We are honored to invite you to a landmark event in the field of pediatric surgery: the Joint Conference of the *1st IKPSA & 19th AAPS,* held for the first time in the historic city of Erbil, Kurdistan region, Iraq. This inaugural gathering of the Iraqi Kurdistan Pediatric Surgeons Association, in partnership with the Arab Association of Pediatric Surgeons, represents a premier platform for global experts to exchange groundbreaking research and clinical insights. Set against the backdrop of Erbil's unique heritage, this conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to network with international peers, contribute to the advancement of pediatric care, and earn *CPD* accreditation. We look forward to welcoming you this *April 15–17, 2026* , for a scientific program that promises to be as inspiring as it is educational.

* Extended Deadline for abstract submissions *March 1st* .
* Submission Link: *https://ikpsa.org/abstract-submission
* Location: *Erbil* , KRG-IRAQ
* Scientific Value: Jointly hosted by the *19th AAPS and the 1st IKPSA* .

Dr. Hawkar Khayyat
President of IKPSA

On behalf of the Organizing Committee