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Welcome to the 28th annual congress of the European Society of Surgery.

We've built a long standing relationship based on trust

Here’s the thing. This congress isn’t just another date in the surgical calendar. It’s where ideas sharpen, partnerships form, and the next chapter of innovation begins. Dubai gives us the perfect backdrop for that. The city blends ambition, safety, and global connectivity like few places can.

What this really means is that you’ll be stepping into an environment designed to inspire. Expect thought-provoking sessions, hands-on workshops, and conversations that stay with you long after the event. Leaders from across Europe and beyond will gather to explore new techniques, challenge assumptions, and shape the future of surgery together.

Between sessions, the city itself becomes part of the experience. Whether it’s the skyline, the hospitality, or the energy that never seems to dim, Dubai has a way of making every moment memorable.

So get ready for an event that’s equal parts learning, collaboration, and discovery. We look forward to welcoming you in November 2026 — where the European Society of Surgery meets the spirit of a city built on possibility.

Dr.Vinod Singhal

Dr.Vinod Singhal
ESS President

DATE

27-29 November 2026

(Friday to Sunday)

VENUE

Dubai, UAE

India Club, Dubai

The Iconic Indian Cultural and Social Center in UAE

Event Managed by

Varchasva FZ LLC

Contact

“More information will follow soon”

Visa & Travel

“More information will follow soon”

Meet our Conference Speakers

30 Presentations and HBP Certification Course

Arthur Felice

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Ferdinando Cafiero

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Guido Gasparri

MD, PhD

Luc Michel

MD, FACS, FCCP, FEBS (hon)

Joseph Weerts

MD, FRCS (Eng, ad eundem), FEBS

Valerii Kryshen

DMedSc, Prof. Surg.

Giorgi Giorgobiani

MD, PhD

Alfonso Barbarisi

MD, FEBS (Hon)

Biju Pottakkat

MS, MCh, PDF (HPB Surgery), DNB, MNAMS, FICS, FACS, MRCS

Sandeep Joglaekar

MBBS · MS · FEBS (Breast Surgery) · FRCS (Edinburgh) · PGDip (Medical Education)

Hemant Sharma

MD · MS · FACS

Vinay Kapoor

MBBS (AIIMS), MS (AIIMS), FRCS Ed, FACS, FACG, FIASGO, FICS, FAMS

Muhammad Umair

FEBS (Gen Surg & Coloproctology) · FRCSI · FACS · MCh · FCPS

Meet our European Society of Surgery Board Members

Arthur Felice

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Mario Testini

MD, PhD, FACS, MSc

Guido Gasparri

MD, PhD

Luc Michel

MD, FACS, FCCP, FEBS (hon)

Antoni Szczepanik

MD, PhD

Alfonso Barbarisi

MD, FEBS (Hon)

Cem Terzi

MD, FEBS (Hon),

Ferdinando Cafiero

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Faris Alaswad

MBCHB, FICMS, MRCPS (GLAS), FRCS (GLAS, ENG, IRLE), FEBS(EU), FACS

Valerii Kryshen

DMedSc, Prof. Surg.

Giorgi Giorgobiani

MD, PhD

Ciprian Duta

M.D., Ph.D

Tom Glomsaker

MD, PhD, MHA, FEBS(hon)

Matteo Mascherini

MD, MS (Gen Surg), FEBS (Surg Oncol)

Rossen Madjov

MD, PhD, DSc

Francesco Prete

MD, PhD, MSc (Oxon)

Carmel Cutajar

MD, FRCS (Eng), FRCS (Edin), FICA, KM

Ferdinando Cafiero

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Andrej Nikolovski

M.D., Ph.D

Amy Gillis

MD · FRCSC · MCh

Aras Emre Canda

MD · PhD · FEBS (Colorectal Surgery)

Meet our European Board of Surgery Members

Joseph Weerts

MD, FRCS (Eng, ad eundem), FEBS

Faris Alaswad

MBCHB, FICMS, MRCPS (GLAS), FRCS (GLAS, ENG, IRLE), FEBS(EU), FACS

Arthur Felice

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Vinod Singhal

FEBS (MIS & GS), FRCS (Glasgow, Ireland, England), FACS

Raghvinder Gambhir

MS, DNB, FRCSed, FFSTEd, FRCS , FACS, FEBS

Veronique Laloe

Chair · CME Committee – Division of General Surgery · UEMS

Muhammad Umair

FEBS (Gen Surg & Coloproctology) · FRCSI · FACS · MCh · FCPS

Marie Morris

PhD, MSc, PGDipEd

Paul Ridgway

MA MB MD BCh MMedSc FRCSI, FEBS(hon)

Paul Ziprin

MBBS · BSc · MD · FRCS (Gen Surg)

Registration Only

Conference Registration

Non-residential package

AED 3000/person
Includes:
• Congress registration & delegate kit
• Exhibition access
• All meals included during congress days

REGISTRATION OPEN
Payment link will be sent to your registered email ID after registration.
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Workshop Registration

(Separate Fees)

AED 500/Workshop
ESS Conference registration is mandatory before workshop registration.

1) IHPBA Certificate Workshop – AED 500
2) Surgical Endoscopy Certificate Workshop – AED 500

After registering for conference, you may apply for workshops.

Payment instructions will be sent via email.
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*Residential package details will be announced separately.

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