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2026 ALRSGBI Annual Scientific Meeting

Organised by the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
Dates7–8 Dec 2026
VenueEmirates Old Trafford
CityManchester, United Kingdom
A two-day annual scientific meeting in Manchester focused on laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 8 Jun 2026
MedicMess Conference Intelligence
Audience
Surgeons and surgical professionals interested in laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
Networking
Strong networking value with surgeons, industry professionals, technology innovators and research organisations.
Research Value
Moderate research value from scientific meeting format and technology-focused sessions, but no explicit abstract route was visible on the ACPGBI listing.
Trainee Relevance
Moderate trainee relevance for surgical trainees with an interest in minimally invasive techniques, although trainee-specific pricing or sessions were not visible.
Why This Conference Matters
Audience
Surgeons and surgical professionals interested in laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
Networking
Strong networking value with surgeons, industry professionals, technology innovators and research organisations.
Research Value
Moderate research value from scientific meeting format and technology-focused sessions, but no explicit abstract route was visible on the ACPGBI listing.
Trainee Relevance
Moderate trainee relevance for surgical trainees with an interest in minimally invasive techniques, although trainee-specific pricing or sessions were not visible.
Programme Highlights
Symposium
Symposia and lectures with international speakers
Video session
Video sessions on emergency, laparoscopic, robotic and technology-enhanced surgery
Workshop
Hands-on workshops and live demonstrations
Seminar
Focused seminars and discussions on minimally invasive surgical techniques

MedicMess Tips

  • Registration and speaker details are pending on the visible event page.
  • No abstract route was visible on the ACPGBI listing.
  • The page provides enquiries contact swilliams@alrsgbi.org.
Key Deadlines
7 Dec 2026 · 153 days
Conference begins
Practical Information
By CarUse Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester M16 0PX as the venue address.
By TrainManchester venue; check local rail and tram routes before booking.
Venue DetailsEmirates Old Trafford, Manchester M16 0PX.
Conference Snapshot
SpecialtySurgery
Organising societyAssociation of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
Conference formatIn-person only
LocationEmirates Old Trafford, Manchester
The Complete Guide to the 2026 ALRSGBI Annual Scientific Meeting

The 2026 ALRSGBI Annual Scientific Meeting is listed by ACPGBI for 7 and 8 December 2026 at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester. The page describes the meeting as a premier event bringing together leading surgeons, industry professionals and innovators in laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The programme evidence on the visible page includes thought-provoking symposia and lectures with international speakers, video sessions on emergency, laparoscopic, robotic and technology-enhanced surgery, hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, focused seminars and discussion. The meeting is positioned for surgeons interested in minimally invasive and robotic techniques, with networking across peers, experts, industry, medical device companies, technology innovators and research organisations. The ACPGBI-hosted page says further details will be available through scientific programme links, and that more updates on registration and speaker announcements are pending. No fees, registration deadline, CPD statement, abstract deadline, abstract categories, presentation route or publication outcome were visible on the page read; those fields have been left blank rather than inferred.