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We are honoured to welcome you to the European Surgical Association (ESA) Annual Meeting 2026, taking place in Rome, Italy, from May 14th to 16th, at the NH Hotel Vittorio Veneto, ideally located near Via Veneto and Villa Borghese. This edition of the Annual Meeting, under the presidency of Prof. Peter Lodge and Professor Antonio D. Pinna, gathers leading surgeons and academics from Europe and around the world for three days of high-level scientific exchange.

The ESA remains committed to cultivating excellence in surgical science and practice. Membership is reserved for internationally recognized leaders in surgery, with demonstrated academic and clinical leadership. The Annual Meeting represents the culmination of this mission — a platform where the most innovative and impactful surgical research is presented, discussed, and often published in the prestigious Annals of Surgery.

We are proud to welcome our colleagues ESA members representing leading institutions across Europe and internationally scientific recognized. Their expertise will ensure a comprehensive and stimulating congress, reflecting the diversity and depth of contemporary surgical practice.

In addition to its scientific content, the ESA 2026 Annual Meeting offers an exceptional social program, providing participants with the opportunity to experience Rome’s unique cultural heritage in an exclusive setting:

May 15th – Welcome Reception: Open to all participants, this elegant gathering at Terrazza Caffarelli will feature panoramic views over the city and the Vatican, offering the perfect setting to connect and unwind. May 16th – Social Dinner: The congress will conclude with a refined dinner at Villa Piccolomini, on the Janiculum Hill, offering an extraordinary view of the Roman skyline. We invite you to join us in Rome for a congress that promises not only outstanding scientific content but also memorable moments of collegiality and cultural enrichment in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

We cordially invite you to attend the 102nd EGPRN meeting that will be held at the Palazzo della Gran Guardia in Verona, Italy between 14-17 May 2026.

The theme of this meeting is "Continuity of care now and in the future". Abstract submission deadline is 19 January 2026, there will not be an extension of the deadline.

It is my great honor and privilege to welcome you to the KCR 2026 (46th Korean College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting & 20th International Symposium), which will take place at Conrad in Seoul, Korea from May 14 (Thu.) to May 16 (Sat.), 2026.

Over the years, the KCR has been dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and international collaboration in the field of rheumatology. With the continued support of our colleagues from around the world, our annual meeting has grown into a truly global platform where knowledge is shared, innovative ideas are exchanged, and lasting professional networks are formed. KCR 2026 will provide a comprehensive scientific program, including keynote lectures, international and joint symposia, and free paper presentations. This meeting is designed to highlight the latest research, clinical advances, and practical applications in rheumatology, offering valuable opportunities for both seasoned experts and emerging scholars.

In addition, K-Culture offers all of you countless opportunities for discovery and inspiration through K-pop, K-movie, K-architecture and K-cuisine melted in traditions and modern lifestyle of Korea. We hope that your stay will not only be academically rewarding but also enriched by these cultural experiences, leaving you with lasting memories of both the meeting and Korea. We sincerely hope that this year’s gathering will inspire fruitful discussions, strengthen global partnerships, and ultimately contribute to the improvement of the lives of patients living with rheumatic diseases.

The Aesthetic Society is the world’s leading professional organization dedicated exclusively to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine.

Dentistry’s most anticipated convention returns to the Anaheim Convention Center May 14 – 16. Join us for three full days of new hands-on experiences, inspiration from experts and peers, plus a bigger selection of exclusive dental products and services. Register today to save your spot!

Join us at Autoimmunity 2026, 14-17 May in Prague, to explore the latest in autoimmune disease research. Connect with experts, discuss new treatments, and engage in hands-on learning to shape the future of autoimmunity care. Be part of the community!

Join us in Montreal on May 15–16, 2026 (pre-conference courses May 13–14) for the Canadian Conference on Physician Leadership, where we’ll explore how courage and kindness can transform the way we lead in healthcare. Courage empowers leaders to confront uncomfortable truths, challenge the status quo, and make bold decisions, while kindness ensures leadership remains human-centered, inclusive, and compassionate.

We wish to invite you for the Madurai Shoulder Knee Conference that features excellence in shoulder and knee arthroscopy surgery. This year’s conference has been formed with lots of innovative aspects and latest practice in shoulder and knee. We are delightful to inform six international faculties and many eminent faculties are coming to the conference.

This 2 day intensive academic program will have brainstorming sessions which will benefit all practicing arthroscopic surgeons. There will be lectures, panel discussions, symposiums, workshops and 10+ live surgeries to make the program fully academic. For the benefit of fellowship aspirants, we would also like to announce long term and short term fellowships for the interested delegates. This conference will also form a platform for post graduates to get an insight into the world of arthroscopy and help them stimulate an interest to take up career in arthroscopy.

AUA2026 is the 121st Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association — one of the largest global scientific conferences in urology.

The program includes:

Plenary scientific sessions

Educational courses

Abstract presentations

Hands-on workshops

Science & Technology Hall showcasing innovations in urologic medicine

Networking events for clinicians, researchers, and industry professionals