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Welcome Message


On behalf of the Society of African Interventional Radiology and Endovascular Therapy (SAFIRE) and the Moroccan Interventional Radiology Society(SMRI), we are pleased to welcome you to SAFIRE-SMRI joint meeting , which will be held on May 2nd and 3rd, 2025 at the HYATT Regency Hotel , in Casablanca, Morocco.

The theme of this congress is “Challenges and opportunities of Interventional Radiology in Africa”

This meeting will provide an opportunity for medical professionals in the fields of Interventional Radiology, Radiologyand other related specialties to come together and learn about the latest advancements and research in this rapidly growing field.

Top experts and faculty members from highly respected international and regional institutions from Africa, USA and Europe, will share their experience throughout the scientific program. There are great opportunities to learn through an array of lectures, clinical cases, interactive hands-on workshops with in-vivo simulation sessions.

We are committed to providing a memorable scientific experience to all attendees, filled with the warmth and gracious hospitality that Casablanca has to offer. Registration is open and we invite all medical professionals from around the globeto participate and collaborate with us.
We look forward to welcoming you In the beautiful city of Casablanca in May, 2025.

Co-Chairs

Dr. Najwa Touil

Professor of Radiology in Hassan II University,
Consultant in Emergency Radiology at Trauma Center of Ibn Rochd University Hospital
Casablanca, Morocco

Dr. Ahmed Kamel Abdel Aal

Professor of Interventional Radiology,
Chief, Section of Interventional Radiology
Vice Chair of Radiology
Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging
The University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Texas, USA

Scientific and Organizing Committee

Dr. Abdelfattah Belhoucine

President of SMRI, Interventional Radiologist in the private sector
Casablanca, Morocco.

Dr. Wael Saad

President of SAFIRE
Professor of Radiology
Director of interventional Radiology
Vice chair of image guided procedures
University of Utah
Salt lake city, USA

Dr. Salwa Bouklata

Professor of Radiology, Founder of SMRI,
Interventional Radiologist in the private sector
Rabat, Morocco.

Dr. Amina El Khamlichi

Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist and Interventional Radiologist,
Spécialités Hospital, Ibn Sina University Hospital Center
Treasurer of SMRI
Rabat, Morocco.

Dr. Mustapha Maaroufi

Professor of Radiology at Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University Fez
Head of Imaging Department in University Hospital of Fez,
Neuroradiologist Vascular and Interventional Radiologist
General Secretary of SMRI
Fez, Morocco.

Dr. Imane Skiker

Professor of Radiology at Mohamed Ist University Oujda,
Head of Imaging Department in Mohammed VI University Hospital Center,
Assessor of SMRI
Oujda, Morocco.

Dr. Taoufik Africha

Professor of Radiology at Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University Fez
Head of Imaging Department in Military Hospital Moulay Ismail HMIMI,
Meknes, Morocco.

Dr. Nazik Allali

Professor of Radiology at Mohamed V University Rabat,
Consultant In Radiology at Ibn Sina University Hospital Center
Rabat, Morocco.

Collaborative societies and conferences

SIR
CIRSE
GEST
EVA
Saints
NiSIR
TIRA
PAARS
ISR
ESRNM
ESTIR
EAVLA
ASR
IAEA

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Event Venue

Hyatt Regency Hôtel Casablanca


An oasis of elegance, Hyatt Regency Casablanca is located a few steps away from the medina and the art deco buildings, in the historical center of Casablanca.

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Hyatt Regency Casablanca

General Information

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