'DIABETES ASIA 2026' CONFERENCE

DAC 2026

October 15-17, 2026
Voco Kuching by IHG, Kuching, Sarawak, MALAYSIA

NADI Continuing Professional Development Series

Prevalence of diabetes mellitus, especially of type 2, is on the increase. This rise is most marked in developing countries, Malaysia included. Thus, there is an urgent need for strategies to prevent this ‘epidemic’ and for early diagnosis of diabetes. Beyond these, there is need for ensuring optimal management of the disease, its complications and associated diseases.
 
To help address these issues, the NADI organises the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) annually since its inception in 2002. In 2008, this CPD was expanded as ‘Diabetes Asia Conference’ (DAC) to emphasise the uniqueness of diabetes presentation and management in Asians.
 
This year, the ‘Diabetes Asia 2026’ Conference are to be held in Kuching, on the island of Borneo. Delegates will, have the opportunity to experience Sarawak’s diverse culture and appreciate its unique flora and fauna

Who Should Attend

Healthcare professionals responsible for managing people with diabetes including:

• General Physicians and Surgeons
• Primary Care Physicians
• General Practitioners
• Medical and Health Officers
• Trainee Lecturers
• Pharmacists
• Nutritionists and Dietitians
• Researchers (Clinical & Basic Sciences) in Diabetes
• Health Education Officers
• Diabetes Educators
• Medical and Surgical Specialists
• Other Healthcare Professionals involved in Diabetes Care

Objective of the Conference

The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Series as “Diabetes Asia 2026” Conference aims to help improve management of diabetes with emphasis on recent advances and practical aspects of diabetes care.  Participants are expected to be able to:
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• Appreciate recent advances, practical aspects of diabetes care.
• Understand ways of ensuring early diagnosis and optimal management for good control of diabetes, complications and associated diseases
• Apply knowledge gained during the Conference to further improve care for persons with diabetes in the community

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

​This DAC 2026 Conference will either be hybrid or fully physical depending on response.
Please clearly indicate your preference in the REPLY FORM

Invited Speakers

INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

​The International Faculty will be complemented by more than 30 local experts in diabetes and related fields

Scientific Programme *

PLENARY TOPICS

1. Increased Risk Of Cancer-An Integral Component Of The Cardio Renal Metabolic Disease Cluster And Its Management. Professor Eberhard Standl, GERMANY
2. The New Diabetes Playbook : Obesity-First, Kidney-Smart, Heart-Failure-Ready, Tech-Enabled. Professor Nemencio Almare Nicodemus Jr., PHILIPPINES
3. Role Of Basal Insulin In T2DM; History And Re-Evaluation. Professor Philip Home, UK
4. Regional Adiposity: Genetics, Metabolic Consequences And Treatment. ​Professor Harold E. Lebovitz, USA  ​
5. Improving Risk Prediction For Chronic Kidney Disease Complicating Type 2 Diabetes. Professor Timothy Davis, AUSTRALIA
   

​Symposium Themes/ Topics include:

1. Therapeutics: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists​
2. New Approach: Long-acting Cardiometabolic Therapies
3. Advances in Managing Diabetes in Children & Adolescents (Wearable Devices, Prevention)
4. Roles of Other Healthcare Professionals (Primary Care Physicians, Clinical Pharmacists, Diabetes Educators)
5. Early Detection and Management of Diabetic Complications (Kidneys, Eyes, Nerves)
6. Advances in Managing Heart Diseases Associated with Diabetes 
7. The Future of Diabetes Technologies (Sensors, Algorithms, Smart Pens) 
8. Nutrition, Diet and ? Exercise Pill
9. The Quest to Prevent or Cure Diabetes
10. Newer Drugs in The Pipeline for Diabetes and Associated Diseases

*Subject to changes

 Conference Outline *

*Subject to changes

Registration and Fees

​CONFERENCE FEE (IN-PERSON/ PHYSICAL)

REGISTRATION	*LOCAL DELEGATE	INTERNATIONAL DELEGATE
Early Bird (before August 15, 2026)	RM 850	USD 400
AFTER August 15, 2026	RM 950	USD 500

(*subsidised rate)

CONFERENCE FEE (VIRTUAL/ ONLINE)​

REGISTRATION	*LOCAL DELEGATE	INTERNATIONAL DELEGATE
Early Bird (before August 15, 2026)	RM 550	USD 280
AFTER August 15, 2026	RM 650	USD 380

(*subsidised rate)

DAC 2026 Brochure

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