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New Approach of treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy
Emerging treatments for diabetic neuropathy focus on addressing the root causes and providing symptomatic relief. Novel therapies include advanced pain management drugs, nerve regeneration techniques, and the use of antioxidants like alpha-lipoic acid. Regenerative medicine approaches, such as stem cell therapy, aim to repair damaged nerves. Personalized treatment plans incorporating lifestyle changes, glycemic control, and physical therapy are gaining importance. These innovative strategies improve quality of life and target long-term nerve health in diabetic patients.
About the Speaker
Dr. Ahmed Hamouda Ali Arnaout.
Consultant Internal Medicine, Mediclinic Middle East Hospitals, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dr. Ahmed Hamouda Ali Arnaout, a highly accomplished Consultant in Internal Medicine, holds an extensive medical and academic background. With degrees including an MBBS, MSc, and MD in Internal Medicine from Zagazig University, Egypt, Dr. Arnaout has garnered over two decades of clinical experience across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Currently serving as Head of the Internal Medicine Department at Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital, Abu Dhabi, he specializes in managing complex medical conditions, performing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies, and addressing a wide spectrum of gastrointestinal, hepatic, cardiovascular, and endocrinological diseases. Dr. Arnaout is an esteemed academician and speaker, actively contributing to medical research and CME lectures, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. As a UAE Golden Visa holder and a recognized expert in his field, he continues to advance healthcare through clinical excellence, education, and patient-centered care.
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