Prof. Ibrahim Almefleh Award

Award for Excellence in GI Service

An annual award presented during the Saudi Digestive Diseases Forum (SDDF) to recognize outstanding contributions to gastroenterology

About Prof. Ibrahim Almefleh

Prof. Ibrahim Almefleh was born in Onaizah, Qassim Region, in 1943.

He was a founding member of the Saudi Gastroenterology Association (SGA).

He served as president of the association for several consecutive terms from the 4th through 7th boards (1997-2007).

He left a significant legacy in the development of gastroenterology and medical specialization in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Award History

2025

Dr. Faisal Sanai

SDDF 2025

Recognized for outstanding contributions to hepatology and GI practice in Saudi Arabia

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2024

Prof. Hussain Alfuraih

SDDF 2024
Jeddah
Dec 12-14, 2024

Honored for lifelong dedication to advancing gastroenterology education and training

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2023

Dr. Mohammad Alshamrani

SDDF 2023
Jeddah
Dec 15-16, 2023

Recognized for distinguished service and contributions to gastroenterology in the Kingdom

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2022

Dr. Mohamed Ali Alqarawi

SDDF 2022
Jeddah
Dec 15-17, 2022

Honored for pioneering contributions to GI practice and medical education

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2021

Dr. Eyad Elsebaey

SDDF 2021
Jeddah
Nov 19-20, 2021

Recognized for excellence in clinical gastroenterology and patient care

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2018

Prof. Yousef Qari

SDDF 2018
Riyadh
Feb 2-3, 2018

Honored for his leadership and foundational contributions to the SGA

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2017

Prof. Faleh Al Faleh

15th Conference of SGA

Recognized as a founding father of the SGA and pioneer in Saudi gastroenterology

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2016

Prof. Abdulaziz Alqureen

14th Conference of SGA

Honored for outstanding contributions to gastroenterology practice and education

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2015

Prof. Abdulrahman Aljebreen

13th Conference of SGA

Recognized for his leadership and dedication to advancing GI endoscopy in Saudi Arabia

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

2014

Dr. Abdullah Saeed Al-Ghamdi

12th Conference of SGA

The inaugural recipient, honored for exceptional service to gastroenterology in the Kingdom

Prof. Ibrahim Almofleh Award for GI Service

Legacy

The Prof. Ibrahim Almefleh Award reflects the Saudi Gastroenterology Association's commitment to recognizing and honoring physicians and researchers who make exceptional contributions to the advancement of gastroenterology and medical science.

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Years of Awards

10

Known Recipients

12

Years of Tradition