Central Auditorium - Mater Dei

Malta International Colorectal Forum 2026

Colorectal Cancer 2026: Innovation, Precision and Multidisciplinary Excellence 08:15 – 08:45 Registration & Welcome Coffee 08:45 – 09.00 Introduction – Conference Chair Opening speech– Minster of...

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Colorectal Cancer 2026: Innovation, Precision and Multidisciplinary Excellence

08:15 – 08:45

Registration & Welcome Coffee

08:45 – 09.00

Introduction – Conference Chair

Opening speech– Minster of Health and Active Aging

Session 1 – Early Detection and Precision Diagnosis

09:00 – 09:20

Colorectal Cancer Screening and early Detection: The Gastroenterologist’s role

Pierre Ellul

09:20 – 09:40

Pathology staging and prognostic parameters in colorectal carcinoma

Noel Gatt

09:40 – 10:00

Dual Energy CT and advanced Colorectal Imaging

Aldo Camenzuli

10:00 – 10:20 Discussion

10.30 -11am Coffee Break

11:00– 11:30 Session 2 – Surgical Innovation

How can the Pelvic Floor Surgeon help out the Colorectal Cancer Team?

Caroline Vaisey

11:30 – 12:00

The Future is Now: Technology and Innovation in Colorectal Surgery

Mark Coleman

12:00 – 12:30

Advanced and Recurrent Colorectal Cancer: Expanding Surgical Boundaries

Tom Cecil

12:30 – 12:50

Panel Discussion

12:50 – 13:20 Standing Lunch

13:30 – 13:50 Session 3

Total Neoadjuvant Therapy and Modern Systemic Treatments (title to be confirmed)

Claude Magri (to be confirmed)

13:50 – 14:20

TTSS (title to be confirmed)

Prof. Goran Stanojevic

14:20-14:30 – Closing Remarks

Sponsors;

Frequently Asked Questions

Can’t find the answer you need? Our team is happy to help—whether it’s about membership, event registration, or partnering with LERSM.

Simply email lesm.malta@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you within two working days.

Who can join LERSM?

Membership is open to consultants, trainees, nurses, allied professionals and medical students with an interest in minimally-invasive surgery. Non-clinical researchers and industry partners may apply for associate membership.

How much is the annual fee and what does it include?

Your Advantages as a Member

As a LERSM member, you benefit from our partnership with the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) and Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (ALSGBI) gaining discounted course fees, and eligibility for travel and research grants. Attend regular educational sessions, participate in webinars, share your research, and vie for leadership positions within our society’s sub-committees.

Membership Details

Student: 20 EUR per year – For undergraduate students with an interest in surgery
Initiate: 85 EUR per year – For foundation doctors in the field of minimally invasive surgery
Associate: 95 EUR per year – For BST and HST trainees in relevant surgical fields
Member: 120 EUR per year – For certified practitioners in minimally invasive surgery

We invite you to be part of our mission and enhance your career through the vast resources and networking opportunities that come with your LERSM membership.

How do I apply for membership?

You can apply through the website. Click on the “About” section where you can click on the “Become a Member” link.

Can non-members attend events?

Non-members can attend courses and register to most events. However as a member you will get discounts on courses and events organised by LERSM.

Are LERSM events accredited for CPD/CME points?

Yes, our courses and events get CME accreditation.

What kinds of resources are in the Members Area?

The members area is aimed at giving our members access to course notes, instruction videos and presentations.

How can my company sponsor LERSM?

Kindly contact us via email on lesm.malta@gmail.com and we will set up a meeting for a discussion.

Sponsorship & Industry Partnerships

If your company shares our vision of advancing minimally-invasive surgery, we invite you to explore our tiered sponsorship packages—ranging from Platinum headline partnership to targeted event-day booths and digital advertising slots.

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