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SAMGlasgow 2026

Organised by the Society for Acute Medicine
Dates8–9 Oct 2026
LocationGlasgow, United Kingdom
Trainee£280
Abstracts9 Aug 2026 · 12d
SAMGlasgow 2026 is the Society for Acute Medicine's 20th annual international conference, held at Hilton Glasgow with in-person and virtual attendance options across acute medicine, research, QI, training and service-development themes.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 28 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingTwo in-person days include exhibition, poster and lightning-presentation breaks plus…View detail

Two in-person days include exhibition, poster and lightning-presentation breaks plus a conference dinner ticket option.

Research ValueAbstracts are invited for online ePoster and full-sized poster display,…View detail

Abstracts are invited for online ePoster and full-sized poster display, with selected work offered oral or lightning presentation slots.

Trainee RelevanceStrong trainee value through dedicated training, education, QI, research, poster,…View detail

Strong trainee value through dedicated training, education, QI, research, poster, oral and lightning-presentation routes.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Health inequalities and acute care systemsResearch, QI and SAMBATraining and educationSpecialist cases at the acute front lineMedical HDU and guideline updatesImprovement, innovation and international acute medicine
09:30-11:00
Plenary
SAMGlasgow Opening Plenary: acute medicine in 2026, health inequalities and primary-care interfacekeynote
Vicky Price; David Walsh; Nóra Murray-Cavanagh
11:30-13:00
Parallel
Rash Decisions: Making Sense of Skin in Acute Care
Megan Mowbray; Nikhil Premchand; Marc Aitken
11:30-13:00
Parallel
Women Leading Acute Care: Challenges, Confidence, Change
Kerri Baker; Sarb Clare; Prof Aisha Holloway
11:30-13:00
Parallel
Research: SAM update, Same Day Emergency Care research and hospital-at-home methods
Liz Sapey; Cat Atkin; Prof Dan Lasserson
14:10-15:40
Parallel
Glasgow on the Front Line: Scoring Risk in Acute Medicine
Adrian Stanley; Anna Craig-McQuaide; Prof Ewan Forrest
14:10-15:40
Parallel
Training in Acute & General Medicine
Molly Geach; Ailie Young; Zack Ferguson
14:10-15:40
Parallel
Quality Improvement: measurement, MDT involvement and SAMBA update
Robert McEwan; Vinay Reddy-Kolanu; Hannah Hegarty; Ekta Punj; Georgia Galloway
16:10-17:40
Parallel
Specialist Skills in Action: Cases from the Acute Front Line
Rebecca Murphy; Duncan Scott; Ruby Viney; Jude Fleming
16:10-17:40
Parallel
Setting up a Service
Lara Mitchell; Sarah Ibitoye; Chris Speakman
16:10-17:40
Parallel
Acute Medicine Without Borders: Lessons from Around the World
Fredrik Von Wowern; Latif Rahman; John Soong; Telma Huld Ragnarsdóttir
17:45-18:30
Meeting
Presidential Update & SAM AGM
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
Keynote
VP
Vicky Price
Society for Acute Medicine
Setting the Scene: Acute Medicine in 2026
Keynote
DW
David Walsh
School of Health & Wellbeing, University of Glasgow
Understanding the Politics - Health Inequalities in Scotland and the UK
PA
Prof Aisha Holloway
CNO Scotland
Exploring the Confidence Conundrum
PD
Prof Dan Lasserson
Warwick
Realist Methods in Acute Medicine and Hospital at Home Research
PE
Prof Ewan Forrest
Glasgow
Glasgow Alcoholic Hepatitis Score
FV
Fredrik Von Wowern
EFIM
Acute Medicine in Sweden / acute medicine in Europe
Keynote
MS
Marion Slater
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
Career Paths: What Happens When You Leave the Map
RB
Richard Brownhill
GIRFT UEC
Toolkit for Safer Staffing
AbstractsOpen · 9 Aug 2026
Abstract submissions are open
Deadline: 9 August 2026
What You Can Submit
online e-posterprinted posteroral presentation2-minute lightning presentationcase report
Submission Specifications
Formats
Dual-format poster presentation: online ePoster showcase plus full-sized printed posters for in-person attendees. Outstanding abstracts may be selected for oral presentation in a main conference session or as a 2-minute lightning presentation during conference breaks.
Deadline
23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026
Amendments
Submitted abstracts can be amended in the system until 23:59 on 9 August 2026. A confirmation email is sent after successful submission.
Categories
Case Reports; Education; Service Organisation & Design; Quality Improvement; Research.
Word Limit
Maximum 300 words for the main abstract, excluding title and references; an additional 50 words are allowed for mandatory section headings.
Eligibility
Open to all health professionals involved in Acute Medicine, including members of the multiprofessional team at every career stage. Students and early-career professionals are encouraged to seek senior input before submission.
Qi Structure
Quality Improvement abstracts must use Problem, Aim statement, Baseline Measurement, Intervention, Results, Lessons Learned, and Sustainability and Future Plans. Completed baseline, intervention and post-intervention measurement are required.
Anonymisation
All patient information and images must be appropriately anonymised.
Figures Tables
Supporting files can be uploaded using Insert Image for JPEG/PNG files or supporting files for other formats; authors must have permission to use any images.
Research Structure
Research abstracts must use Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion and state ethical approval, research governance or other permissions where applicable.
Case Report Consent
Patient consent is mandatory for case reports. A completed consent form must be uploaded before submission; retrospective consent forms and typed signatures are not accepted. Wet-ink signed scanned copies or photographs are required.
Education Structure
Education abstracts must use Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion, with measurable impact beyond learner satisfaction alone.
Supporting Documents
References should be uploaded as attachments so they are not included in the 300-word count. Figures, tables and images may be supporting documents where relevant but must not contain author information or substantive content beyond the abstract.
Case Report Structure
Case reports must address importance as a poster, relevance to Acute Medicine, influence on practice, key lessons for a national/international audience, and evidence or national guidelines informing management or learning.
Service Design Structure
Service Organisation & Design abstracts must use Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion and show measurable, transferable impact on Acute Medicine services.
Categories & Recommended Topics
Case Reports
Education
Service Organisation & Design
Quality Improvement
Research
Costs & registrationTrainee tickets £280
CategoryPrice
Early bird registration£250
Standard registration£645
Trainee / IMT£280
Medical student£95
Dates & deadlines3 key dates
9 Aug 2026 · 12 days
Abstract submission deadline
20 Sept 2026 · 54 days
Registration deadline
8 Oct 2026 · 72 days
Conference begins
Venue & travelHilton Glasgow · Glasgow
ParkingHotel parking is first come first served; page quotes 170 spaces and discounted 24-hour hotel-resident parking.
By TrainThe venue is listed as an 11-minute walk from Glasgow Central and an 8-minute walk from Anderston Station.
AccommodationSAM lists Reservation Highway accommodation options and Hilton Glasgow delegate rates; event-rate booking advised by 8 September 2026.
Venue DetailsHilton Glasgow, 1 William Street, Glasgow G3 8HT, in the city financial district.
Nearest AirportGlasgow International Airport is approximately 8 miles away and within a 20-minute drive.
MedicMess tips5 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Early-bird registration ends at 23:59 on 9 August 2026.
  • Standard registration pricing runs from 10 August to 20 September 2026; late pricing starts 21 September 2026.
  • Abstract submission closes at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026.
  • Conference dinner is a separate £70 ticket.
  • Accommodation event rates should be booked by 8 September 2026 where using the listed Reservation Highway options.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

SAMGlasgow 2026 is aimed at clinicians and the wider multiprofessional team working in acute medicine, with a two-day programme at Hilton Glasgow and an online delegate route. The public programme covers health inequalities, the interface between acute medicine and primary care, dermatology in acute care, women leading acute care, research, QI, training, quality improvement, specialist acute-front-line cases, service setup, international acute medicine, medical HDU, guideline updates, education, improvement and innovation. Abstract submission is open until 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026. SAM invites abstracts from health professionals involved in Acute Medicine across five categories: Case Reports, Education, Service Organisation & Design, Quality Improvement and Research. The main abstract limit is 300 words, with an extra 50 words allowed for required headings, and each category has a prescribed structure. Case reports require uploaded patient consent with a wet-ink signature; QI abstracts must show baseline measurement, implemented change and post-intervention data. Accepted work is displayed through an online ePoster showcase and printed posters for in-person attendees, with selected submissions invited for oral or two-minute lightning presentation. The ePoster showcase remains live for one year. Registration is open with early-bird pricing until 9 August 2026 and standard pricing from 10 August to 20 September. Representative standard two-day non-member rates are £645 for consultants, £485 for ST4+/SAS and £280 for junior trainee or ACP/AHP/PA/nursing/pharmacy delegates; undergraduate student or retired registration is £95. SAM says 12 external CPD points will be applied for through the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians, with archived access for four months also planned.

Frequently asked
When is SAMGlasgow 2026?
SAMGlasgow 2026 takes place 8–9 Oct 2026 in Hilton Glasgow, Glasgow.
Where is SAMGlasgow 2026 held?
SAMGlasgow 2026 is held at Hilton Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom. A virtual/hybrid attendance option is available.
What is the abstract submission deadline for SAMGlasgow 2026?
Abstract submissions close on 9 Aug 2026 — 12 days away.
When does registration close for SAMGlasgow 2026?
Registration closes on 20 Sept 2026.
How much does SAMGlasgow 2026 cost?
Registration is £280 for trainees, £645 standard.
Is SAMGlasgow 2026 CPD accredited?
Yes — SAMGlasgow 2026 is CPD accredited (12 CPD points).