Within the framework of al Mansoura University specialized Medical hospital's interest in providing integrated care to patients, the hospital organized on Monday, 19/5/2025, a special celebration on the occasion of the world inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Day. This celebration came with the aim of raising awareness of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic diseases that affect the digestive system and need careful follow-up and specialized treatment.

The ceremony was attended by a group of doctors specializing in gastroenterology, under the patronage of:

Prof.Dr. Ashraf Shoma dean of the Faculty of Medicine Mansoura University

Prof.Dr. Ghada al-qunaishi vice dean for Environmental Affairs

Prof. Dr. Al-Shaarawi Kamal executive director of University Hospitals

Prof.Dr. Fayez al-qanawi head of Internal Medicine Department

Prof.Dr. Hazem Hakim director of the hospital

Prof.Dr. Ehab Abdel Khalek head of the hepatology and gastroenterology unit

Prof.Dr. Maha Maher professor of hepatology and gastroenterology

And coordinate Dr. Fatima Adel.

Scientific lectures were presented on the latest methods of diagnosis and treatment, in addition to reviewing modern medical developments in dealing with these cases. The event also included various educational activities, including the distribution of awareness leaflets.

This celebration comes within the framework of specialized medical hospital's efforts to promote health awareness, encourage scientific research, and provide the best therapeutic services, which contributes to improving the lives of patients and helping them adapt to their health condition effectively.

The Specialized medical hospital at Mansoura University is committed to providing the highest levels of care for patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Our gastroenterology and Hepatology department includes a specialized team of experienced and highly qualified doctors and consultants in the diagnosis, treatment and management of IBD cases. This is through:

• Accurate diagnosis: using the latest diagnostic techniques and procedures such as endoscopes, laboratory tests and radiography.
• Individual treatment plans: that are tailored to meet the needs of each patient based on the type of disease, severity and response to treatment.
• Careful follow-up: to ensure the control of symptoms, prevent the occurrence of complications and improve the quality of life of patients.
• Comprehensive support: that includes counseling and education for patients and their families on how to live with and manage the disease.

On this day, we would like to emphasize the importance of:

• Awareness: raising to increase the community's understanding of inflammatory bowel disease and its symptoms to help patients get the appropriate diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.
• Support: providing psychological and moral support to patients and supporting them in their therapeutic journey.
• Scientific research: encourage scientific research to better understand the causes of disease and develop more effective treatments.

We call on everyone to join hands and cooperate to spread awareness about inflammatory bowel disease and support patients suffering from it.