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Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026

Organised by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
Dates26–27 Nov 2026
LocationGlasgow, United Kingdom
FormatHybrid option
Two-day hybrid Glasgow Surgical Forum on advances in surgical oncology, with CPD and poster competition.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 25 Aug 2026
At a glance
NetworkingTwo-day College forum with UK and beyond expert faculty context.
Research ValuePoster competition advertised; programme describes research and evidence focus, but…View detail

Poster competition advertised; programme describes research and evidence focus, but no public poster deadline/specifications were visible.

Trainee RelevanceSurgical trainees from ST1 upwards are explicitly targeted, and the…View detail

Surgical trainees from ST1 upwards are explicitly targeted, and the page notes relevance to MRCS, FRCS and FEBS preparation.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Surgical oncologyComplex rectal polypsRectal cancerCarcinoma of unknown primaryPancreatic cancerVR and AI in surgical oncologyNETs and GISTsAnastomotic leak salvageNeoadjuvant strategiesSurvivorship
Conference topics
Surgical oncology evidence, practice and outcomes
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
MJ
Mr John Camilleri-Brennan
Event director
AbstractsCategories and submission guidance
What You Can Submit
short oral presentationlecturehybrid conferencedigital poster showcaserecorded sessionsposter competition
Submission Specifications
Ethics
Patient case histories require relevant ethics approval if appropriate and informed consent from participants
Format
Typed, single spaced on one page, font at least 11 point
Review
Assessed anonymously by committee
Status
open
Tables
No more than 1 table
Deadline
2026-10-23
Structure
Aim/Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions; conclusion required and results will be discussed is not acceptable
Checked At
2026-08-25T06:53:39.747771+00:00
References
Maximum 2 references in Vancouver style, numbered in text and placed at bottom without separate heading
Word Limit
300 words maximum
Terminology
Use standard abbreviations and generic drug names; proprietary names may appear in parentheses
Contact Page
Include author email address, telephone number, address and specialty on a separate page
Author Format
Give initials and last name for every author; omit title, degree and position; presenting author first and underlined
Email Subject
Glasgow Surgical Forum Conference poster submission
Poster Format
For selected presenters, poster must be landscape 16:9; high-quality image/file or PDF; institution logos allowed
After Deadline
Abstracts not meeting requirements will not be accepted; modification after the deadline is not possible
Deadline Label
Friday 23 October 2026
Submission Fee
No fee to submit a poster; accepted display/presentation may require event registration
Duplicate Policy
Avoid duplicate abstracts using the same data unless substantially different
Institution Rule
Institution/department should be listed but not identifiable in abstract title or text
Selection Outcome
Top submissions selected for a short oral presentation; other accepted abstracts displayed in a digital showcase
Submission Method
Email abstract to the relevant conference coordinator using the event-specific subject heading
Attendance Requirement
Poster competition open to applicants attending face to face or digitally; at least one author must register if accepted
Costs & registrationTicket prices and registration
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£320
Submission & registration deadlines2 tracked deadlines
Abstract deadline23 Oct 2026Checked 25 Aug 2026
Official page ↗
Early-bird registration1 Sept 2026Checked 24 Aug 2026
Official page ↗
Conference timeline1 key date
26 Nov 2026
Conference begins
Venue & travelRoyal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow / Online · Glasgow
Venue AddressRoyal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, 232-242 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, G2 5RJ
MedicMess tips2 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Use code GFORUM20 by 1 September 2026 for the stated early-bird discount.
  • Full conference programme was marked as coming soon.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 is a two-day hybrid meeting on “Advances in Surgical Oncology: Evidence, Practice and Outcomes”. The organiser describes an established event bringing together experts from across the UK and beyond to cover cutting-edge research, techniques and outcome-driven approaches in modern cancer care.

The page targets surgical trainees from ST1 upwards, consultant general and specialist surgeons, medical and clinical oncologists, advanced nurse practitioners and physician associates. Topics include complex rectal polyps, rectal cancer, carcinoma of unknown primary, personalised pancreatic cancer treatment, VR/AI in surgical oncology, NETs/GISTs, leaking anastomosis salvage, staging and neoadjuvant strategies, and survivorship.

Published fees are GBP 210 for members and GBP 320 for non-members. A 20% early-bird discount is available until 1 September 2026 using code GFORUM20, and the conference carries 12 CPD points.

Frequently asked
When is Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026?
Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 takes place 26–27 Nov 2026 in Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow / Online, Glasgow.
Where is Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 held?
Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 is held at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow / Online, Glasgow, United Kingdom. A virtual/hybrid attendance option is available.
How much does Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 cost?
Registration is £320 standard.
Is Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 CPD accredited?
Yes — Glasgow Surgical Forum 2026 is CPD accredited (12 CPD points).
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