34th ESSO Congress

It is a great pleasure to announce that the 34th ESSO Congress in partnership with BASO 2014 will be held in Liverpool from 29 to 31 October 2014. ESSO 34 – BASO 2014 is a unique event: the Congress is held in joint partnership to mark the historical relationship between ESSO and BASO. And without doubt, this Congress is being held in a city hosting many world-class oncology experts and expects to attract over 1200 surgeons from around the globe.

ESSO 34 – BASO 2014 is a unique event: the Congress is held in joint partnership to mark the historical relationship between ESSO and BASO.

Designed to promote the highest standards of surgical care in the management of cancer patients with solid tumours, the general theme for the 2014 Congress is Quality Outcome, Global Perspective.

Featuring a new format with several tumour tracks, i.e. Breast, Colorectal, Oesophago-Gastric, HPB, Peritoneal Surface Malignancy, Nursing and Miscellaneous (head & neck, sarcoma/melanoma, pelvic cancer), the top-quality scientific programme includes an unparalleled panel of speakers presenting the very latest developments and trends within the field.

Back by popular demand are the ‘Meet-the-Expert’ Breakfast Sessions and Debate Sessions in recognition of the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to cancer patient care. The number of Joint Society Symposia, involving experts in different disciplines, has also been increased for 2014. Video sessions will now include cutting edge expert videos providing delegates with a unique educational opportunity.