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The Surgical Collective: Joining Forces for Progress

SCS – Swiss College of Surgeons Annual Meeting 2026

The SCS Annual Meeting 2026 will take place from 10 – 12 June 2026 at the KKL Luzern, bringing together surgeons from across Switzerland for three days of education, exchange, and collaboration. Organised by the Swiss College of Surgeons (SCS) and its seven core societies, the congress will follow the theme “The Surgical Collective: Joining Forces for Progress.”

The 2026 edition will also welcome Swiss Urology as a guest society, broadening the interdisciplinary exchange. In addition, the Swiss Plastic Surgery (SPS) will join the SCS as an official basic organisation from 2026 onwards.

Register early and save up to 40%

Early bird registration is available until 07 April 2026. Participants can save up to 40% on their congress registration by registering early.

For registration, visit our website: Registration | SCS Annual Meeting 2026 

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Course Registration: Limited Places – Early Enrolment Recommended

A selection of congress courses and sessions requires advance enrolment. Places are limited and early registration is strongly recommended.

Our course highlights include:

Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery

A VATS course combining simulator training with hands-on wet lab practice on perfused animal lungs, focusing on minimally invasive lobectomy and segmentectomy techniques.

Own Your EPAs

This educational session introduces the principles of competency-based postgraduate surgical training as implemented in the Surgical Core Curriculum (SCC), using EPAs as a framework for workplace-based assessment and clinical progression (German in the morning, French in the afternoon).

Laparoscopy in Small Volumes

A practical course dedicated to laparoscopic suturing and knotting in small (paediatric) working volumes using specialised 3mm instruments.

Explore the Scientific Programme

The scientific programme features multiple thematic tracks across surgical specialties, including courses, main sessions and interdisciplinary formats held under the congress motto “Joining Forces.”

A key highlight is the Main Session: Modern Leadership in Surgery, focusing on leadership principles, teamwork, and organisational responsibility in modern surgical practice.

Further information about the wide range of courses and the congress programme can be found on the website: Scientific programme | SCS Annual Meeting 2026

Social Programme Highlights

Beyond the scientific programme, the SCS Annual Meeting 2026 offers a strong social programme with excellent networking opportunities:

– Welcome Reception

– SCS Morning Run (6 km, open to all levels)

– SCS Surgeons’ Night 2026 (Thursday, 11 June 2026, Penthouse Roof Top Bar, Hotel Astoria)
including a buffet and flying dinner under the motto “From Milano to Bangkok,” panoramic views over Luzern, and the Awards Ceremony.

Further details and registration options are available via the congress website.

Join the Surgical Collective in Luzern

With its interdisciplinary programme, hands-on training opportunities, and vibrant networking events, the SCS Annual Meeting 2026 will once again be a key meeting point for the surgical community in Switzerland and beyond.

Register now for the SCS Annual Meeting 2026 – scan the QR code or click here: Registration | SCS Annual Meeting 2026

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