KUWAIT: Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI), established by the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), successfully concluded its Diabetic Retinopathy Workshop, held on August 17 and 18, 2025, at the Institute’s premises. The two-day workshop was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Primary Health Care Sector. A total of 24 primary healthcare physicians from various centers across Kuwait participated in the workshop, which aimed to enhance their knowledge and skills in the early detection, diagnosis, and management of diabetic retinopathy—a common and serious complication of diabetes that, if left untreated, can lead to vision impairment and blindness.
The workshop included comprehensive sessions on the risk factors and clinical signs of diabetic retinopathy, stages of disease progression, diagnostic techniques, interpretation of retinal examinations, and the latest international clinical guidelines and recommendations. The program emphasized practical approaches that physicians can apply in their daily practice to support early intervention and improved patient outcomes.
The workshop highlighted the significance of empowering frontline physicians with specialized training is essential in improving ophthalmic care and reducing preventable cases of vision loss among individuals living with diabetes. This annual initiative is part of DDI’s ongoing efforts to advance medical education, support capacity building within the healthcare system, and contribute to the national strategy for diabetes prevention and management. Through such collaborative programs, DDI continues to promote health awareness, improve clinical services, and support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
