Eighth Annual Maxillofacial Surgery Conference Opens in Damascus

The Syrian Association for Maxillofacial Surgery opened its eighth annual scientific conference in the capital, Damascus, with wide attendance from specialist physicians, graduate students, and representatives of sister medical associations.

The conference included specialized scientific sessions covering jaw surgery, facial bone reconstruction, and the treatment of congenital clefts, in addition to hands-on training workshops on the latest surgical techniques used worldwide.

Key conference themes

• Surgery for congenital jaw deformities and facial bone reconstruction
• Modern digital techniques in surgical planning
• Managing complex facial and jaw fractures
• Psychological and social rehabilitation for post-surgery patients

In his opening remarks, the association’s president affirmed that this conference is part of the association’s vision to build national medical capacity and raise the standard of healthcare provided to patients across Syria’s provinces.

The full closing report of the conference, including a summary of the research presented and the scientific committee’s recommendations, can be found in the attached PDF file below.