4th D-Foot International Wound Conference 2026

Dear Colleagues and Esteemed Partners,

It is with great pleasure and honour that I extend to you a warm invitation to join us at the 4th D-FOOT International Conference, to be held in Malé, Maldives on 1st and 2nd May 2026.

This prestigious event is spearheaded by our Vice President, Dr. Mohamad Wahid, together with the dedicated D-FOOT team and in collaboration with the Maldives Association of Surgeons. Together, we aim to deliver a meaningful and impactful scientific gathering that advances diabetic foot care and limb preservation globally.

As the implementation arm for the working group of the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF), D-FOOT remains steadfast in its commitment to preventing avoidable amputations. It is truly a privilege to lead this initiative in alignment with our shared vision and mission — strengthening multidisciplinary collaboration, improving clinical standards, and enhancing patient outcomes worldwide.

The conference will feature:
•⁠ ⁠Engaging scientific conventions
•⁠ ⁠Interactive workshops led by experts
•⁠ ⁠Exhibition booths showcasing the latest innovations and technologies in wound care and limb salvage

We warmly invite clinicians, surgeons, researchers, industry partners, and allied healthcare professionals to participate in this joyous and meaningful event. Your presence and contribution will enrich the discourse and strengthen our collective efforts in combating diabetic foot complications.

Let us come together in the beautiful setting of the Maldives to share knowledge, build partnerships, and reaffirm our commitment to preventing avoidable amputations.

We look forward to welcoming you to Malé in May 2026.

Dear friends
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the D-Foot International Conference 2026 in the Maldives. We are honored to host healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing diabetic foot care and working together to prevent, protect, and save limbs.

This conference provides a valuable platform for sharing knowledge, strengthening collaboration, and improving patient outcomes through innovation and multidisciplinary teamwork. Moreover, we expect this conference to inspire healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other partners to recognize the importance of diabetic foot care and to develop effective strategies to protect and save limbs.

I warmly welcome you to our beautiful islands and wish you a productive and inspiring conference.

With best regards.
Dr Mohamed Waheed
VP of D-Foot International

On behalf of the Maldives Association of Surgeons, it is my distinct honor to welcome you to the 4th D-Foot International Conference, taking place in Malé, Republic of Maldives, from 1–2 May 2026.

This landmark event, organized in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and our dedicated institutional partners, unites global experts and advocates committed to advancing excellence in diabetic foot care and preventing avoidable lower-limb amputations.

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to D-Foot International for giving us the opportunity to serve as the local host for this prestigious conference. It is a privilege for the Maldives to play a central role in such a vital global initiative.

As we gather in our beautiful island nation, we look forward to fostering meaningful knowledge exchange, strengthening multidisciplinary partnerships, and inspiring innovative approaches to enhance outcomes for people living with diabetes worldwide.

A warm welcome to all participants—may this conference be a rewarding, impactful, and memorable experience.