Endorsed Events

2026 Young Experts Academic Forum

May 2 - December 31, 2026 | Worldwide & Online

The World Endoscopy Organization is pleased to endorse the 2026 Young Experts Academic Forum, an international educational initiative focused on supporting young physicians and strengthening global collaboration in confocal endoscopy.

The Forum is organized by the China Association of Medical Equipment (CAME) and supported by Viestar, a company dedicated to advancing innovation and clinical translation of minimally invasive visualization diagnostic technologies.

Running throughout 2026, the program combines in-person meetings with global online participation and gives young clinicians and researchers an opportunity to connect with international experts and explore the latest developments in advanced endoscopic imaging.

2026 Forum Events

  • May 2, 2026 – Chicago, USA
    Hosted during Digestive Disease Week
  • June 2026 – Online + Offline
    Hepatobiliary Medicine Session
  • July 2026 – Online + Offline
    Gastroenterology Session
  • August 2026 – Online + Offline
    Respiratory Medicine Session
  • September 24, 2026 – Cape Town, South Africa
    Hosted during ENDO 2026
  • October 2026 – Online + Offline
    Hepatobiliary Medicine Session
  • November 5, 2026 – Kobe, Japan
    Hosted during Japanese Digestive Disease Week
  • November 24, 2026 – Manila, Philippines
    Hosted during Asia-Pacific Digestive Disease Week
  • December 2026 – Online + Offline
    Respiratory Medicine Session

The Forum is aimed primarily at young gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, hepatobiliary specialists, researchers, and physicians interested in confocal endoscopy and advanced imaging technologies.

Participants will have access to:

  • International expert lectures
  • Case-based discussions
  • Roundtable exchanges
  • Clinical education sessions
  • Global networking opportunities

More information about all upcoming Forum events and sessions will be shared soon — stay tuned for updates.

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