Monday, 19 October 2026 • NICRH Auditorium, Mohakhali, Dhaka
National Cancer Congress 2026 Program Schedule
Cancer Care for All: Bridging Prevention, Precision, Palliation and Policy
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National Cancer Congress 2026 • NICRH Auditorium, Mohakhali, Dhaka • Monday, 19 October 2026
Showing 13 of 13 events
07:30 AM – 08:00 AM
NICRH Auditorium
Registration
Registration & Kit Distribution
Registration desk check-in, conference delegate badging, and delegate kit distribution.
• Kit distribution & delegate badges• Information desk assistance
08:00 AM – 09:30 AM
NICRH Auditorium
Oral Session8 papers × 8 mins each + discussion & crest presentation
Abstract Session 1 (Oral Presentations)
Oral research paper presentations focusing on Pediatric Oncology, Transfusion Practices, Chemotherapy Medication Safety, and AI in Oncology.
Moderator(s): Dr Farhana Arju
Session Experts: Panel of Experts: Prof. Dr. Afiqul Islam, Prof. Dr. Md. Anwarul Karim, Prof. Dr. Swapan Bandyopadhyay, Prof (Brig Gen) Dr. Md. Quadrat-E-Elahi (Retd), Dr. Ferdous Shahriar Sayeed, Dr. Md. Rafiqul Islam
• 8 Original Research Papers (8 mins each)• Pediatric ALL, Ependymoma, Transfusion Reactions & Chemotherapy Safety• AI in Lung Cancer & Pediatric IHC Diagnostics
Policy Talk: Current Cancer Scenario of Bangladesh — Way Forward
High-level national policy dialogue addressing cancer epidemiology, radiation infrastructure, affordable medication access, and national healthcare reforms.
Chief Guest:
Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain — Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
Special Guests:
Professor Dr. A. Z. M. Zahid Hossain — Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
Dr. M. A. Muhit — Hon’ble State Minister, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
Professor Dr. Farhad Halim Donar — Chairman, BMSRI; Chief Advisor, Doctor Association of Bangladesh; Member, National Standing Committee, BNP
Dr. S. M. Ziauddin Hyder — Prime Minister’s Special Assistant for Health Affairs
Professor Dr. Pravath Chandra Biswas — Director General (Health), Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
Moderator(s): Prof. Dr. Mostafa Aziz Sumon
Rapporteur(s): Dr. Mehbub Ahsan Rony, Dr. ATM Sazzad Hossain
• Hon’ble Ministers & State Health Leadership Address• National Cancer Control Strategic Roadmap for Bangladesh• Equitable cancer care infrastructure & public health policy
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Plenary
Media Dialogue on Cancer
Interactive dialogue with prominent investigative journalists and health editors on media coverage of oncology, health literacy, and early detection advocacy.
Media Dialogue Panelists:
• Dr Tareq Salahuddin — In-charge, Star Health, The Daily Star
• Jenia Kabir Shuchona — Special Correspondent, Channel 24
• Muzahid Shuvo — Secretary, Bangladesh Health Reporters Forum / Special Correspondent, Ekhon TV
• Hasan Misbah — Senior Reporter, Jamuna Television
• Rafe Sadnan Adel — Head, Media Relations & Communication, Abul Khair Group / Board Director, World Ovarian Cancer Coalition / Founder, Cancerbd
• Ataur Rahman Kabul — Senior Health Journalist, News24 Television
Moderator(s): Dr Hasan Shahriar Kallol
• Prominent health editors & television journalists dialogue• Tackling misinformation and cancer stigma in mass media• Public awareness campaigns for early diagnosis & screening
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Plenary
From Vision to Legacy: A Lifetime in Oncology
Inspiring keynote address and retrospective tribute on the evolution of cancer treatment services in Bangladesh, inspiring current and upcoming oncologists.
Distinguished Speakers:
Prof. Dr. M. A. Hai
Director, Bangladesh Cancer Society Hospital and Welfare Home
Moderator(s): Dr. AFM Kamal Uddin
• Documentary tribute honoring pioneering legend Prof. Dr. M. A. Hai• Historical evolution of oncology care in Bangladesh• Guiding philosophy and mentorship for young practitioners
12:30 PM – 01:15 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Plenary
Getting Connected Globally
Strategic keynote on establishing international clinical networks, global trial participation, collaborative fellowships, and telemedicine alliances.
Distinguished Speakers:
Dr. AFM Kamal Uddin
Senior Consultant, Clinical Oncology, Labaid Cancer Hospital & Super Speciality Center
Moderator(s): Dr. Md. Jahangir Alam
• Global oncology alliances & bilateral academic links• Integrating Bangladesh with multinational cancer trials & registries• Open house interactive Q&A discussion
01:15 PM – 02:00 PM
NICRH Hospitality Area
Break
Lunch & Prayer Recess
Buffet lunch networking recess and prayer interval for delegates and guests.
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Plenary
Listen from the Legends
Esteemed founding pioneers of Bangladeshi oncology share masterclass perspectives, critical clinical lessons, and lifelong insights across surgery, pathology, and urology.
Distinguished Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Abdus Salam
Founder, President & CEO, Urology and Transplantation Foundation of Bangladesh (UTFB); Former Professor & Chairman, Department of Uro-Oncology, BMU
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Golam Mostafa
Chief Consultant Pathology, Anowara Medical Services
Prof. Dr. Shahadot Hossain Sheikh
Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgeon, LABAID; Former Chairman, Department of Colorectal Surgery, BMU
Professor Dr. Ahmed Sayeed
Chief Consultant Surgical Oncologist & Managing Director, Dhaka Cancer & General Hospital Ltd.
Moderator(s): Prof Dr. Shahida Alam
• Pioneers of Uro-Oncology, Pathology, Colorectal Surgery & Surgical Oncology• Clinical pearls & nuances from decades of complex patient management• Interactive guidance for postgraduate fellows & residents
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Update Session
Updates on Cancer Management
Concise high-yield state-of-the-art management updates across six key oncology subspecialties delivered by senior departmental faculty of NICRH.
Distinguished Speakers:
Prof Dr. Shahida Alam
Professor & Head, Radiation Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Breast Cancer management
Prof. Dr. Shahana Pervin
Professor, Gynecological Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Gyane Cancer management
Dr. Md. Khalid Mahmud
Associate Professor, ENT Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Head neck Cancer management
Dr. Eshita Reza Khan
Associate Professor, Pediatric Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Paediatric Cancer management
Nadia Farzana Islam
Associate Professor, Surgical Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Colorectal Cancer management
Prof. Dr. Abdullah Al Mamun Khan
Professor & Head, Medical Oncology, NICRH, Dhaka
• Updates on Lung Cancer management
Moderator(s): Prof. Dr. AKM Minhaj Bhuiyan
• Breast, Gynecological, Head & Neck, Pediatric, Colorectal, and Lung Cancer• Evidence-based protocol updates tailored to national resource settings
04:00 PM – 05:20 PM
NICRH Auditorium
Oral Session9 papers × 8 mins each + discussion & felicitation
Abstract Session 02 (Oral Presentations)
Peer-reviewed presentations on Upper GI surgery, Esophagectomy outcomes, Hepatocellular carcinoma, and Oncoplastic breast-conserving surgery.
Moderator(s): Dr. Bushra Nur Al Chowdhury, Dr. KM Sakib
Session Experts: Panel of Experts: Prof. Dr. Saif Uddin Ahmed, Prof. Dr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, Prof. AFM Anwar Hossain, Dr. M. M. Abu Sayed (Montu), Prof. Dr. Md. Setabur Rahman, Prof. Dr. Laila Shireen
• 9 Research Papers on Major Upper GI, Esophagectomy & HCC• Oncoplastic Breast-Conserving Surgery: 5-Year Results & Volumetric Analysis
Live evaluation of 17 accepted scientific research posters by the distinguished evaluation jury panel.
Poster Evaluation Jury Panel:
• Prof. Dr. Md. Jahangir Kabir — Former Director, NICRH | Professor & Head, Department of Surgical Oncology, Mugda Medical College & Hospital
• Prof. Dr. Md. Mofazzel Hossain (Lt Col Retd) — Chief Consultant, Medical Oncology, BRB Hospitals Ltd.
• Prof. Dr. Ferdousi Begum — Professor & Head, Pediatric Hematology & Oncology, NICRH
• Prof. Dr. Nasrin Hossain — Professor, Gynae Oncology, NICRH
• 17 Accepted Posters in Original Research, Case Reports & Systematic Reviews• Distinguished 4-Member Evaluation Jury Panel• Evaluation for Best Poster Presentation Cash Award & Distinction
Conference closing remarks, conferment of attractive cash awards for top oral and poster presentations, and vote of thanks.
• Top 3 Oral Presentations: Attractive Cash Awards for three best oral presentations• Best Poster Presentation: Attractive Cash Award for one best poster presentation• Official vote of thanks by Conference Organizing Committee
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