TNFS Summit 2025 is a pioneering platform convening
global experts, policymakers, researchers, and innovators.
Through evidence-based dialogue and
partnerships, we seek to build a future where tobacco’s grip on communities is a thing of the past.
Mission
To unite key stakeholders in driving
regional dialogue and action on tobacco harm reduction and public health innovation
Vision
To lead the transformation toward a
healthier, smoke-free Middle East by championing innovation, harm reduction, and evidence based
public health solution
Key themes of TNFS 2025
Scientific Insight: Present cutting-edge research and evidence based approaches to harm control.
Responsible Innovation: Explore new technologies and strategies to reduce harm responsibly.
Regional Collaboration: Foster partnerships across sectors for a united smoke-free future.
Unite Stakeholders Around a Shared Vision for
Future Generations
Scientific Panel
Meet the experts shaping the future of tobacco-free solutions
Dr Waddah Al-Bassam
Senior radiologist and healthcare entrepreneur
Dr. Abdulrahman S. Al-Gadheeb
Family Medicine physician, specializing in non-communicable diseases, smoking cessation, and
tobacco harm reduction
Dr. Patricia Kovacevic
Seasoned in-house counsel and compliance executive
Dr. Sarah Al-Rushood
A visionary in pharmaceutical sciences
Dr. Mohamad Yaman
Medical doctor & senior advisor in healthcare
Dr. Konstantinos Farsalinos
Medical doctor with research in tobacco harm reduction & tobacco products
Dr. David Sweanor
Lawyer with focus on public health and tobacco harm reduction
Dr. Christopher Russell
Behavioral psychologist with research in the field of tobacco & nicotine
Prof. Dr. Mihaela Răescu
Dentist with research in oral health and tobacco harm reduction