The Brewhouse, Mdina Road Zone 2, Central Business District, Mriehel

Annual General Meeting 2026

19th January 2026, at 20.00 hrs

On behalf of the Executive Committee, we are pleased to invite you to the Annual General Meeting of the Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Society of Malta. Your participation helps shape our educational agenda, research priorities, and professional standards for the coming year.

Date: 19^th January 2026, at 20.00 hrs

Venue: The Brewhouse, Mdina Road Zone 2, Central Business District, Mriehel

Agenda:

President’s welcome and annual report
Secretary’s report and approval of previous minutes
Treasurer’s report and budget for 2026
Subcommittee updates, introduction of new subcommittees and election of chairs.
Change of the name of the Society
Education and future directions
Membership and approval of new affiliations to European Associations and the American College of Surgeons
Members suggestions
Reception

May I invite you to also settle your 2026 membership since only paid members will be eligible to compete for the vacant posts and for the chairs of subcommittees.

The LESM is open to all specialists, doctors in training and foundation doctors interested in pursuing their careers in minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy.

The fees for the joint membership of the LESM, EAES and ALSGBI are as follows:

Member: 120 Euro per year
- Certified minimally invasive and/or endoscopic practitioners
Associate Member: 95 Euro per year
- Currently applicable to all BSTs and HSTs in training.
Initiate: 55 Euro per year
- Currently applicable to all foundation doctors interested in the field of minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy.

Medical students: 20 euro per year

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.

Become a sponsor