The European Society for CardioVascular Surgery - ESCVS

73th Congress of the European Society of Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESCVS)
2025-05-15 - 2025-05-17 | Royal Olympic Hotel, Athanasiou Diakou 28-34, Athens, 11743
We are delighted to announce that from May 15 to 17, 2025, Athens will host the 73rd Annual International Congress of the European Society of Cardio-Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, alongside the prestigious LIVE 2025 – Leading Innovative Vascular Education symposium organized by the Institute of Vascular Diseases, focusing on innovation and education in vascular disorders.
This collaboration builds upon the success of the 2017 event in Thessaloniki, which drew over 600 delegates from Greece and abroad.
In this year’s edition, we are proud to welcome renowned sessions such as the well-known Aortic Live, featuring live broadcasts of surgeries worldwide, and the Houston Aortic Symposium, making its first appearance in Europe. Over the course of this three-day event at the Royal Olympic Hotel, we will engage with a significant number of esteemed speakers from around the globe, sharing the latest advancements in cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment.
We anticipate a large number of participants, including specialized and training surgeons, cardiologists, general surgeons, and anesthesiologists, all of whom will contribute to fostering international collaboration in our field. Program at a glance ESCVS & LIVE 2025 will also provide the opportunity to participants to present their research, to exchange ideas and interact with all colleagues that share common interests in cardiovascular field. It also offers the opportunity to establish new collaborations between different centers, as well as to reinforce the existing ones. We encourage you to submit your work and share with us all your research interests. Abstract and Case submission will open on December 1st 2024.
We believe this conference will further highlight the strengths of our scientific community and reinforce the position of our collaboration as a hub of scientific excellence. At the same time, Athens will offer a unique opportunity to explore its ancient heritage and vibrant atmosphere, enriching our experience both professionally and personally. Miltiadis Matsagkas
President of the Congress
President of ESCVS Dimitrios Iliopoulous
Chair of the Local
Cardiac Surgery Committee Athanasios Giannoukas
Chair of the Local
Vascular Surgery Committee

34th ANNUAL MEETING OF ASCVTS
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-19 | Susesi Convention Center, Antalya, Turkey
Welcome Message from the President of ASCVTS 2026
Prof. Sertaç Çiçek, MD, FACS, FACC, FCCP
Dear Colleagues, Friends, and Esteemed Members of the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Community,
On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is both an honor and a personal privilege to invite you to the 34th Annual Meeting of the Asian Society of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (ASCVTS), to be held in Antalya, Turkey, from April 16 to 19, 2026.
In a world increasingly driven by velocity—of data, of decisions, of disruption—meetings such as ASCVTS are not mere traditions; they are necessary recalibrations. We do not gather simply to exchange slides or updates. We gather to pause, reflect, and realign—to ask the questions that do not fit into the margins of journal articles: What are we becoming? What must we preserve? And how do we ensure that progress remains tethered to principle? PROF. SERTAÇ ÇIÇEK ASCVTS 2026 is guided by the motto: Presence. Precision. Perspective.
Presence is more than being there—it is the commitment to truth in action.
Precision is not only technical—it is moral and intellectual clarity.
Perspective reminds us that to lead, we must see beyond ourselves—across borders, disciplines, and generations.
Surgery, at its best, is not just about innovation—it is about consequence. Every choice we make—whether technical, ethical, or philosophical—defines not just outcomes, but who we are as a profession. ASCVTS 2026 will make space for that dimension of dialogue: where clinical precision meets moral clarity.
Our scientific program will be rigorously structured to present the latest developments in adult cardiac, congenital, thoracic, aortic, and hybrid surgery. Each session will be designed with clarity, critical thinking, and clinical relevance in mind. ONLINE REGISTRATION
We are honored to continue our academic collaboration with the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS), the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS). These joint sessions will serve as vital platforms for international exchange, elevating the dialogue across continents and shaping the future of cardiothoracic surgery.
But beyond the science lies something equally vital—fellowship. ASCVTS 2026 will offer the rare opportunity to reconnect in person, to challenge and learn from one another, and to renew the personal and professional relationships that define our global community.
Hosting this meeting in Antalya is more than geographic convenience. It is symbolic. Antalya is a city that has stood at the edge of empires, where cultures converged not in conflict—but in continuity. It teaches us something about legacy—that what lasts is not what shouts the loudest, but what speaks the most truth. In such a city, we will talk not only about techniques, but about time—what we pass on, and what we dare to challenge.
We are not just organizing a meeting—we are shaping a conversation that will echo well beyond Antalya. Come with your science, your questions, your skepticism, and your stories. We promise a meeting that honors both the intellect and the spirit of cardiothoracic surgery. We look forward to welcoming you—fully, thoughtfully, and with gratitude.
With my warmest regards, PROF. SERTAÇ ÇIÇEK
PROFESSOR AND CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
PRESIDENT, 34TH ASCVTS ANNUAL MEETING (2026)
ON BEHALF OF THE ASCVTS 2026 ORGANIZING COMMITTEE ONLINE REGISTRATION

74th Congress of the European Society of Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESCVS)
2026-09-17 - 2026-09-19 | Contemporary Art Centre, Vokieсiu str. 2, Vilnius, 01130, Lithuania
Dear Colleagues,
It is our great pleasure to announce the upcoming 74th Annual Meeting of the European Society for Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESCVS), which will take place on 17–19 September 2026 in Vilnius, Lithuania.
The ESCVS, founded in 1952, is recognized as the oldest society dedicated to cardiovascular medicine worldwide and continues to play a pioneering role in advancing the fields of cardiac, vascular, and endovascular surgery. With more than seven decades of leadership, ESCVS meetings have served as a stage for groundbreaking scientific debate, the introduction of innovative techniques, and the growth of an international community committed to improving cardiovascular health. The 74th edition will carry this tradition forward, fostering world-class scientific exchange and shaping the future of cardiovascular and endovascular care. The 2026 congress will be held at the Contemporary Art Center (CAC) in Vilnius Old Town, a remarkable venue that combines history, architecture, and modernity in a unique way. The CAC, known for hosting some of Europe’s most dynamic cultural and intellectual events, provides an inspiring and creative environment that will perfectly complement the spirit of innovation driving cardiovascular and endovascular surgery today. Located amid the cobblestone streets and rich architectural heritage of Vilnius Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage site – the venue promises delegates not only cutting-edge science but also the chance to experience the charm, culture, and beauty of Lithuania’s capital. Register and abstract submission are now open!
>> We are looking forward to seeing YOU in Vilnius! Ergun Demirsoy
President of the ESCVS
