31st International Society of Hypertension Scientific Meeting and 17th Emirates Cardiac Society Annual Conference 2026
ISH-ECS 2026
22-25 October 2026 - Intercontinental Dubai - Festival City
Welcome Message
Dear colleagues and friends
You are invited: ISH-ECS 2026 in Dubai!
It is our immense pleasure to invite you to the 31st International Society of Hypertension Scientific Meeting and the 17th Emirates Cardiac Society Annual Conference (ISH-ECS 2026).
Our joint meeting will be held from 22nd to 25th October 2026. Please save the dates and watch this space for details of the programme and registration.
For the first time ever, the ISH is delighted to meet in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, specifically in the vibrant and iconic city of Dubai, UAE. This destination is renowned for its rich history, eclectic cuisine, and unparalleled blend of tradition and modernity, promising an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Our joint meeting will be an excellent opportunity to interact with colleagues and friends from around the world, form new and lasting connections, and drive forward progress in our fields. We will offer a diverse and extensive scientific programme, and we will be organising dedicated activities for young and early and mid-career attendees. There will be several awards on offer, as well as plenty of social activities.
We are also committed to encouraging global participation with financial assistance available on application to those coming from certain regions – with details to be announced in due course.
We plan to deliver a truly memorable event, and we look forward to seeing you in Dubai.
Warm regards,
George Stergiou Abdullah Shehab
Conference Chair Conference Chair
ISH President, Greece ECS Vice-President, UAE
George Stergiou
Conference Chair
ISH President, Greece
Abdullah Shehab
Conference Chair
ECS Vice-President, UAE
2026 - Platform
ISH-ECS 2026 Platform
Latest Research
The latest in hypertension science, research, and clinical guidelines .
Integrated Care
Shared learning across the spectrum of vascular risk, heart health, and general cardiology integration .
Preventive Cardiology
Evidence-based practices in preventive cardiology
Comprehensive Program
Conference Leaderships
We look forward to welcoming you in October 2026 for a groundbreaking event
that will unite global hypertension leaders and cardiac care specialists from around the world.
George Stergiou
Conference Chair
ISH President, Greece
Abdullah Shehab
Conference Chair
ECS Vice-President, UAE
Why Attend
Focused Scientific Program
- Hypertension : new guidelines, diagnostics, risk stratification .
- General cardiology intersections : heart failure, vascular aging, and metabolic comorbidities .
- Regional health challenges and data-driven approaches .
World-Renowned Faculty
- Global experts from ISH and ECS .
- International & Regional experts and practice-oriented speakers .
- Case-based, translational sessions and symposia .
Networking & Partnerships
- Interdisciplinary dialogue across hypertension, nephrology, endocrinology, and cardiology .
- Collaborative platforms for clinical trials and registry updates .
Abstract Presentations
- Scientific poster walks, young researcher highlights, and oral abstract competitions .
Destination Dubai
- Hosted at the iconic Intercontinental— a blend of scientific excellence and world-class hospitality in one of the world’s most accessible cities .
Experience & Hospitality
Experience World -Class Hospitality
