Program | ESTS 2027

Stay Ahead of What's Next in Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic surgery is evolving at an extraordinary pace. New technologies, changing treatment pathways, and emerging evidence are continuously reshaping clinical practice.

The ESTS 2027 program is designed to help you navigate these changes with confidence. Across three days in Zurich, you’ll explore the latest developments, exchange perspectives with international experts, and gain practical insights that can be applied long after the meeting ends.

Whether your focus is clinical care, research, education, or innovation, ESTS 2027 will bring together the people, ideas, and discussions that are shaping the future of thoracic surgery and care.

The Meeting program starts at 8:00 AM on Sunday, 30 May 2027.

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Please note the program is subject to changes.

Join us at the premier international event dedicated to thoracic surgery.

The world’s foremost experts in thoracic surgery and allied health professions will gather to present and discuss the latest advancements in surgical techniques, translational research, patient care strategies, and emerging technologies. This is where the future of our specialty is shaped.

100+

Speakers

82

Symposia

17

Industry symposia

7

Forum discussions

6

Plenary lectures

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I especially appreciated the diversity and depth of the scientific content. The integration of basic and translational research with updates on clinical trials created a well-rounded perspective on neurodegenerative disease research. I also enjoyed the opportunities for networking and collaboration, as well as the accessibility of sessions both in person and virtually. The possibility of seeing the virtual sessions was particularly important.

Excellent mix of very mechanistic science, translational work, and clinical research. It truly bridged the gap between lab and clinic.

The scientific program is fascinating. Diverse topics and research lines are addressed and brilliantly generate new questions at the same time as answering some.

Great overview of new treatments and biomarkers from industry and academia, all of which are well integrated.

Be part of the next chapter of the Meeting of the ESTS

Whether you are an established professional looking to update your expertise, or an emerging surgeon or healthcare professional seeking to connect with mentors, ESTS 2026 promises a dynamic, interactive, and informative experience for all.

ABOUT ESTS

The ESTS’s mission is to improve quality in all aspects of our specialty: from clinical and surgical management of patients to education, training and credentialing of thoracic surgeons in Europe and worldwide.

IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract submission deadline:
13 January 2027

Early registration deadline:
10 March 2027

Meeting dates:
30 May – 1 June 2027

Congress Organizer:

Rue François-Versonnex 7,
1207 Geneva, Switzerland.