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International Hernia Symposium (IHS)
Past IHS events
Catch up on previous sessions and explore expert insights on hernia repair.
Access recordings from past International Hernia Symposium events and stay informed on the latest surgical techniques and innovations.
#IHS26
Hernia Transformation: Science, Not Fiction. The Future of Hernia Care took place in Barcelona, Spain and online on HerniaU on 27-28 March 2026.
#IHS26 brought together global experts and thought leaders to share their experience on the future of hernia care. Over the two days the #IHS26 community lead by our event chairman and EHS president Salvador Morales-Conde discussed a packed agenda covering hernia prevention to robotics and high-tech surgical planning.
Couldn’t attend? We have you covered, #IHS26 sessions are available to watch now!
Watch the #IHS26 highlights below.
Hernia webinars
Live webinars on hernia repair and innovation. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in hernia repair through our live webinars
Robotic Cadaver Masterclass
Join renowned European faculty for a robotic hernia surgery masterclass featuring expert-led lectures. Gain practical insights into inguinal and ventral hernia repair, diastasis recti treatment, mesh selection, and hernia prevention techniques while learning from real-world cases and live faculty guidance.
- Date: 24/09/2026
- Time: 08:15h – 16:00h
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Moderator: Diego Cuccurullo
Speakers: Grigoris Chatzimavroudis, Bernhard Dauser, Giampaolo Formisano, Giorgio Soliani & Rafael Villalobos
Global Hernia Summit
Join us for a premier gathering of the world’s leading hernia surgeons.
Thought leaders shaping the future of hernia care come together for a highly curated program of expert-led sessions, case-based discussions, and collaborative panels.
This immersive educational experience is built for surgeons committed to staying at the forefront of hernia repair. Attendees will gain evidence-driven insights and actionable techniques they can immediately apply in their practice. The agenda spans the full continuum of care, from preoperative planning and procedural innovation to long-term outcomes and quality-of-life considerations, ensuring a comprehensive, modern approach to hernia management.
From breakthrough innovations in biomaterials to advanced techniques in complex abdominal wall reconstruction, this event is designed to challenge perspectives, elevate clinical decision-making, and inspire excellence in patient care.
- Date: 09/10/2026 – 10/10/2026
Program chair: B. Todd Heniford, MD, FACS, FBCS
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Looking Beyond Repair: Rethinking Hiatal Hernia Recurrence
Join leading Upper GI experts Professor Morales-Conde and Professor Markar for an engaging webinar exploring one of the most challenging issues in hiatal hernia surgery: recurrence.
Designed for surgeons seeking practical insights, evidence-based learning, and expert discussion on hiatal hernia repair.
- Date: 06/10/2026
- Time: 18:00h – 20:00h (BST)
Speakers: Sheraz Markar & Salvador Morales-Conde
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Shape the Future
Ready to shape your future in hernia surgery? As part of the BD learning pathway, Shape the Future is a dedicated three-day program designed to help surgeons transition into minimally invasive inguinal and ventral hernia repair. Through a unique combination of expert-led education and practical hands-on training, attendees gain the foundations needed to confidently start their laparoscopic or robotic hernia surgery journey.
- Date: 02/12/2026 – 04/12/2026
- Location: Bucharest, Romania
Moderator: Tim Tollens
Speaker: Salvador Morales
BD Surgery Professional Education
Hands-on learning with BD and hernia experts. Join our in-person training sessions focused on advanced hernia repair techniques. Led by BD clinical specialists and key opinion leaders, these programs are designed to enhance surgical confidence and outcomes.
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