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❄️ Join Us at the 40th International Anesthesia Wintersymposium – Leuven, February 5–7, 2026
Next gen anesthesia: Tiny patients, big questions
Step into the heart of innovation and clinical excellence at the 2026 Anesthesia Wintersymposium in Leuven, hosted by the Department of Anesthesiology at University Hospitals Leuven. From February 5th to 7th, we bring together global experts for three days of cutting-edge science, ethical dialogue, and interactive learning—with a spotlight on pediatric anesthesia.
🔍 This year’s symposium explores essential themes:
- Ethical decision-making and perspectives in medicine and anesthesia
- Hemodynamic and respiratory management in children
- Sustainability in modern anesthesia practice
- Organizational models for safer, smarter perioperative care
🎓 AGAIN in 2026:
An expanded, hands-on workshop program offering immersive learning in pediatric techniques, crisis management, and team-based scenarios.
Surrounded by the rich academic heritage of KU Leuven—which proudly celebrated its 600th anniversary in 2025—you’ll network with leading clinicians and researchers in a city where history, science, and hospitality go hand in hand.
💡 Whether you are a specialist in training or an experienced anesthesiologist, this symposium offers inspiration, insight, and impact—at the crossroads of tradition and transformation.
🗓 Mark your calendar now and stay tuned for the full program release.
📍 Leuven, Belgium | February 5–7, 2026
🔗 Program