Conference Venue - EINSC 2026
EINSC 2026 — 17 & 18 October, Dubai

Where the 10th EINSC
Comes to Life

Raffles Dubai — Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi

Two days of scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, and international networking - hosted at one of Dubai's most iconic five-star addresses. Raffles Dubai provides the setting; EINSC 2026 brings the substance.

Conference Dates
17 – 18 October 2026
Scientific Sessions
14+ Sessions · 3 Concurrent Rooms
Format
Keynotes · Workshops · Debates
Venue
Raffles Dubai · 5☆ Luxury
EINSC 2026 at Raffles Dubai

Two Days. Fourteen Sessions.
One Extraordinary Setting.

The 10th EINSC brings together neurosurgeons, residents, and healthcare professionals from across the region and beyond for two intensive days of scientific exchange. From opening keynotes to concurrent specialty sessions and hands-on surgical workshops - the full programme unfolds within Raffles Dubai's world-class conference facilities.

Delegates benefit from seamless access to every session, workshop, and networking event under one iconic roof, in a venue that combines five-star hospitality with the infrastructure to host a conference of this calibre.

2
Conference Days
14+
Scientific Sessions
65+
Presentations
5★
Conference Venue
The Conference Venue

Raffles Dubai

Rising above the iconic Wafi pyramid complex on Sheikh Rashid Road, Raffles Dubai is one of the most recognisable landmarks on the city skyline. As the host venue for EINSC 2026, it delivers world-class conference infrastructure alongside the legendary hospitality that has defined the Raffles name for over a century.

From its grand ballroom and purpose-built meeting rooms to its rooftop terrace and six award-winning restaurants, every detail has been considered - so delegates can focus entirely on the science, the sessions, and the connections that matter.

248
Rooms & Suites
6+
Dining Outlets
5★
Luxury Rating
2007
Est. in Dubai
Explore Raffles Dubai
Your EINSC 2026 Experience

Science, Surgery and Connection —
All Under One Roof

Plenary Hall & Keynote Lectures

The main auditorium hosts the opening ceremony, international keynote addresses, and plenary debates - bringing the full delegate body together for landmark sessions at the frontier of neurosurgery.

Surgical Skills Workshops

Dedicated hands-on workshop rooms run Basic Spinal and Cranial simulation sessions alongside the main programme - giving residents and early-career neurosurgeons direct access to practical training within the same venue.

Three Concurrent Session Rooms

Day two runs three simultaneous speciality tracks - Neuro-oncology, Spine & Trauma, and Functional Neurosurgery - allowing delegates to follow the stream most relevant to their practice without leaving the venue.

Industry Exhibition

A dedicated exhibition space where leading medical device and pharmaceutical partners present their latest innovations. Coffee breaks and refreshment intervals are scheduled to maximise your time on the exhibition floor.

Networking & Social Events

Structured networking sessions and evening social events - including a conference dinner - are hosted within Raffles Dubai's award-winning dining and event spaces, giving delegates the chance to build lasting professional relationships.

Stay On-Site, Miss Nothing

Delegates staying at Raffles Dubai are steps from every session, workshop, and event. The hotel's 248 rooms and suites offer panoramic city views, private balconies, and the legendary Raffles service - so you arrive rested and focused.

Getting to EINSC 2026

Easy to Reach
from Anywhere

Venue Address
Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi
P.O. Box 121800, Dubai, UAE
Venue Phone
Venue Email
Travel Times to the Venue
Dubai International Airport (DXB) ~15 min
Dubai Creek Heritage Area ~10 min
Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai ~12 min
Dubai Metro — Healthcare City Station ~5 min walk
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) ~45 min

Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi District, Dubai, UAE

Book Your Stay

Stay at the Heart
of EINSC 2026

We strongly encourage all delegates to stay on-site at Raffles Dubai. Being in the same building as the conference means no transfers between sessions, direct access to every workshop and social event, and more time connecting with colleagues. Mention EINSC 2026 when booking for preferential group rates.

Why Stay On-Site
No Transfer Time
Sessions, workshops and social events all steps from your room
Networking Advantage
Informal connections happen in lobbies and over breakfast - not just in session rooms
Five-Star Comfort
Panoramic city views, private balconies & legendary Raffles service
Group Rates
Preferential EINSC 2026 rates available — enquire directly
Conference Dining & Social

Every Meal, a Networking
Opportunity

Conference lunches, coffee breaks and evening receptions take place across Raffles Dubai's dining venues - turning every interval into a chance to connect with colleagues. The conference gala dinner brings the full delegate body together in one of Dubai's most celebrated dining settings.

Tomo
Japanese · Award-Winning

Panoramic city views and celebrated Japanese cuisine. A natural choice for conference dinners and delegate receptions, with a setting that makes every gathering memorable.

Solo
Italian · Regional

An intimate Italian setting ideal for smaller faculty dinners and speaker gatherings - authentic regional cuisine in an atmosphere conducive to relaxed professional conversation.

Raffles Salon
Afternoon Tea · Lounge

The legendary Raffles afternoon tea - an elegant lobby lounge and one of the best spots for informal delegate catch-ups between the morning and afternoon scientific sessions.

Azur
European · Arabic · Asian

An all-day dining destination with generous international buffets - the go-to venue for conference lunches, bringing together delegates from all three concurrent session rooms.

Pool Restaurant & Bar
Light Bites · Poolside

Relaxed poolside dining with small plates and curated beverages - a natural gathering point for delegates looking to decompress and connect after a full day of scientific sessions.

Raffles Garden
Arabic · Outdoor · Shisha

A private outdoor Arabic dining experience beneath the Dubai sky - an ideal setting for an evening social event, blending Gulf hospitality with the spirit of the conference.

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