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Welcome to the 28th Annual Congress of the European Society of Surgery

Where Surgical Excellence Meets Global Collaboration

The European Society of Surgery (ESS) is delighted to welcome delegates to ESSURG 2026, taking place in the historic city of Agra, India, from 27–29 November 2026.

This congress brings together surgeons, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals from around the world to exchange knowledge, explore innovation, and advance the future of surgical care. Through scientific sessions, research presentations, workshops, and multidisciplinary discussions, ESSURG 2026 will provide a unique platform for professional growth and international collaboration.

Agra offers an inspiring setting for this global gathering. Known worldwide as the home of the magnificent Taj Mahal and a rich cultural heritage, the city reflects both tradition and progress, making it an ideal destination for scientific exchange and networking.

We invite you to join colleagues from across the globe for three days of learning, collaboration, and innovation as we continue our shared mission of advancing excellence in surgery and improving patient care worldwide.

We look forward to welcoming you to Agra in November 2026.

Dr.Vinod Singhal

Dr. Vinod K. Singhal
President – European Society of Surgery (ESS) 2026

Vinay K. Kapoor,

Prof. Vinay K. Kapoor
Chairman – Scientific Committee

Dr. Himanshu Yadav
Chairman – Organizing Committee

DATE

27-29 November 2026

(Friday to Sunday)

VENUE

Agra, India

Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Centre

Event Managed by

Varchasva FZ LLC & Chiktsa Foundation

Contact

registrations@essurg2026.org

Visa & Travel

Travel and visa guidance will be published shortly.

India Architectural Landmarks

Meet our Conference Speakers

More than 60 speakers with MMAS in HBP and Master class in Surgical Endoscopy

Ferdinando Cafiero (Italy)

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Guido Gasparri (Italy)

MD, PhD

Luc Michel (Belgium)

MD, FACS, FCCP, FEBS (hon)

Arthur Felice (Malta)

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Vinay Kapoor (India)

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

Valerii Kryshen (Ukraine)

DMedSc, Prof. Surg.

Giorgi Giorgobiani (Georgia)

MD, PhD

Alfonso Barbarisi (Italy)

MD, FEBS (Hon)

Biju Pottakkat (India)

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

Sandeep Joglaekar (UK)

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

Hemant Sharma (UK)

MD · MS · FACS

Marek Šoltés (Slovakia)

PhD., F.E.B.S./MIS (Hon.)

Meet our European Society of Surgery Board Members

Guido Gasparri (Italy)

MD, PhD

Luc Michel (Belgium)

MD, FACS, FCCP, FEBS (hon)

Arthur Felice (Malta)

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Mario Testini (Italy)

MD, PhD, FACS, MSc

Ferdinando Cafiero (Italy)

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Antoni Szczepanik (Poland)

MD, PhD

Alfonso Barbarisi (Italy)

MD, FEBS (Hon)

Cem Terzi (Turkey)

MD, FEBS (Hon),

Faris Alaswad (Australia)

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

Valerii Kryshen (Ukraine)

DMedSc, Prof. Surg.

Giorgi Giorgobiani (Georgia)

MD, PhD

Ciprian Duta (Romania)

M.D., Ph.D

Tom Glomsaker (Norway)

MD, PhD, MHA, FEBS(hon)

Matteo Mascherini (Italy)

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

Rossen Madjov (Bulgaria)

MD, PhD, DSc

Francesco Prete (Italy)

MD, PhD, MSc (Oxon)

Ferdinando Cafiero (Italy)

MD, PhD, FEBS (Hon), FACS

Carmel Cutajar (Malta)

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

Andrej Nikolovski (North Macedonia)

M.D., Ph.D

Amy Gillis (Ireland)

MD · FRCSC · MCh

Aras Emre Canda (Turkey)

MD · PhD · FEBS (Colorectal Surgery)

Suren A. Stepanyan (Armenia)

MD, PhD

Marek Šoltés (Slovakia)

PhD., F.E.B.S./MIS (Hon.)

Meet our European Board of Surgery Members

Faris Alaswad (Australia)

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

Arthur Felice (Malta)

MD, MSc, FEBS, FRCS Ed.

Joseph Weerts (Belgium)

MD, FRCS (Eng, ad eundem), FEBS

Vinod Singhal (UAE)

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

Marie Morris (Ireland)

PhD, MSc, PGDipEd

Raghvinder Gambhir (UK)

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

Veronique Laloe (France)

Chair · CME Committee – Division of General Surgery · UEMS

Muhammad Umair (Ireland)

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

Paul Ridgway (Ireland)

MA MB MD BCh MMedSc FRCSI, FEBS(hon)

Paul Ziprin (UK)

MBBS · BSc · MD · FRCS (Gen Surg)

Conference Registration

International Conference Registration

Non-Residential Registration Package

Registration Includes:
• Full access to all scientific sessions
• Delegate kit and conference materials
• Entry to the exhibition area
• Lunch, tea & coffee during conference days
• Participation certificate
• Networking opportunities with international faculty and delegates

🟢 Registration is Open

Complete your registration and proceed to secure online payment to confirm your participation.
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Workshop Registration

(Separate Registration Required)

Available Workshops:
1) MMAS in HBP (Supported by AMASI)
2) Surgical Endoscopy Masterclass

Important Information:
• Conference registration is mandatory before registering for any workshop.
• Workshop seats will be limited and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Separate registration and payment are required for each workshop.
• Detailed schedules, faculty, and fees will be announced soon.
Register for Workshop

*Residential package details will be announced separately.

ESS 2026 National Faculty

Dr. Saumya Singh

Dr. Saumya Singh

Additional Professor

MS, FICS, FIAGES, FACS

Department of Surgery (Breast & Thyroid Surgery) King George's Medical University (KGMU) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226003, India
Dr. Ishant Kumar Chaurasia

Dr. Ishant Kumar Chaurasia

Professor & Head, Department of General Surgery

MBBS (Gold Medalist), MS (General Surgery),
FMAS, FALS, FIAGES, FIMAST

Consultant Laparoscopic & Colorectal Surgeon Sunderlal Patwa Government Medical College Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Dr. Peeyush Varshney

Dr. Peeyush Varshney

Associate Professor

MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology), FACS (USA),
Fellow in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery

Department of Surgical Gastroenterology All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Sai Krishna Katakam

Dr. Sai Krishna Katakam

Assistant Professor

MS (General Surgery),
MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) – SGPGIMS, Lucknow

Department of Surgical Gastroenterology King George's Medical University (KGMU) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Priyadarshan Anand Jategaonkar

Dr. Priyadarshan Anand Jategaonkar

Professor & Head; GI/Laparoscopic Surgeon

DNB (GI Surgery), FNB (MAS),
MS (General Surgery), DNB (General Surgery),
MRCS (UK), FACS (USA), FMAS, PGDHA

Department of General Surgery AIIMS Bibinagar Hyderabad Metropolitan Region
Dr Jaya Agarwal

Dr Jaya Agarwal

Consultant & Assistant Professor

MBBS, MS (General Surgery),
MCh (GI Surgery & Solid Organ Transplant),
FALS (Colorectal), Fellowship in HPB Surgery (IHPBA),
Fellowship in Liver Transplant & Organ Retrieval (LTSI)

Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery Amrita Hospital Faridabad, Haryana, India
Dr. H. Swamy Rajesh

Dr. H. Swamy Rajesh

Consultant GI, HPB & Liver Transplant Surgeon

MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology)

Department of Surgical Gastroenterology Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Dr. Manoj Bharucha

Dr. Manoj Bharucha

Gastrointestinal, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon

MBBS, MS (General Surgery),
FICS, FIBC

Director, LiveLite Obesity Clinic Consultant, Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Supporting surgical education, research, and international collaboration through structured initiatives.

VARCHASVA

Operational entity supporting ESS initiatives and international collaborations. Provides a structured framework for governance and program management.

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Academic publication platform supporting developments in UEMS aligned general surgery research and education.

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ESS 2026 Congress

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