Surgical Robotics · Annual Conference
RISEUK26 - International Surgical Robotics & Innovation Conference
Organised by the Cornerstone Medical Education
Dates19–20 Sept 2026
VenueInternational Convention Centre (ICC), Birmingham
CityBirmingham, United Kingdom
A two-day national surgical robotics and innovation conference covering robotic surgery, AI, digital surgery, surgical education, health economics and real-world implementation across multiple specialties including gynaecology, urology, colorectal surgery, orthopaedics and spine.
Dr Robert BaxterMedicMess Conference Intelligence
Audience
Surgeons, trainees, innovators, educators, healthcare leaders and industry partners interested in surgical robotics, AI and digital surgery adoption.
Pricing Note
Registration page default healthcare professional full two-day early-bird ticket displayed Pay £275. VRiMS hands-on experience listed separately at £10.
Abstract Requirements
Maximum 300 words and up to five authors. Accepted poster presenters require a valid two-day delegate ticket. Posters are A0 and presented in person.
Why This Conference Matters
Audience
Surgeons, trainees, innovators, educators, healthcare leaders and industry partners interested in surgical robotics, AI and digital surgery adoption.
Pricing Note
Registration page default healthcare professional full two-day early-bird ticket displayed Pay £275. VRiMS hands-on experience listed separately at £10.
Abstract Requirements
Maximum 300 words and up to five authors. Accepted poster presenters require a valid two-day delegate ticket. Posters are A0 and presented in person.
Programme Highlights
Orthopaedics, Spine, AI and Future Systems
Keynote Speakers
DP
Dr Patrick Dixon MBE
Future-focused keynote on robotics, innovation and surgical systems
PG
Prof Gary A Ford CBE
Robotics, AI, digital surgery and implementation themes
DR
Dr Robert Masson
Robotics, AI, digital surgery and implementation themes
PP
Prof Prokar Dasgupta OBE
Robotics, AI, digital surgery and implementation themes
MT
Mr Thomas Ind
Gynaecological robotics and surgical innovation
MN
Ms Nuha Yassin
Colorectal robotics and innovation themes
MA
Mr Akash Sharma
Robotics and surgical innovation themes
MM
Mr Mohamed Mussa
Robotics and surgical innovation themes
MM
Mr Michael Mokawem
Spine robotics and surgical innovation themes
DB
Dr Behnaz Sohani
AI-enabled imaging and digital surgery themes
MA
Mr Ahmed Saad
Robotics and surgical innovation themes
DM
Dr Mamta Bajre
Robotics and surgical innovation themes
PA
Prof Abbas Tejani
Robotics and surgical innovation themes
Abstract Submission Guide
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 31 May 2026
Robotic surgery
Digital surgery, AI and augmented intelligence
Surgical innovation and emerging technologies
Clinical outcomes, audits and QI
Education and robotic surgery training
Health economics and service transformation
Theatre workflow and ergonomics
MedicMess Tips
- Submit abstracts by 31 May 2026 at 23:59 UK time.
- Presenting authors need a valid two-day delegate ticket.
- Accepted posters are displayed in person in A0 format, with poster networking on Day 1 and selected high-scoring posters highlighted in Spotlight on Posters.
Cost & Registration
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Early bird registration | £275 |
| Standard registration | £275 |
Key Deadlines
31 May 2026
Abstract submission deadline
19 Sept 2026 · 74 days
Conference begins
Practical Information
SummaryVenue is the International Convention Centre (ICC), Birmingham, on Broad Street in Birmingham city centre.
Conference Snapshot
| Specialty | Surgical Robotics |
| Organising society | Cornerstone Medical Education |
| Conference format | In-person only |
| Location | International Convention Centre (ICC), Birmingham, Birmingham |
The Complete Guide to the RISEUK26 - International Surgical Robotics & Innovation Conference
RISEUK26 is positioned as a practical surgical robotics and innovation meeting rather than a single-specialty course. The programme is especially relevant for doctors interested in robotic operating, AI-enabled surgical workflows, service adoption and cross-specialty implementation. Abstract submission is open for poster presentation, with themes spanning robotic surgery, AI, surgical innovation, QI, education, health economics and theatre ergonomics. The site explicitly says CPD can be earned across both days, but does not state the number of points.