​​​Day 1 – Wednesday, January 14, 2026

 

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​​​Pre-Congress Hands-On Workshops (HO) IHU-Strasbourg

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Hands-On Workshops:

• 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Group 1​​

• 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Group 2
   

Practical training on suturing, closure, plication, and advanced endoscopic techniques.

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​Joint Young SOFFCOM and IFSO session

 

2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Theoretical Session

 

Chairs: T. Coste, S. Chiappetta, H. Mercoli

 

Welcome and objectives

Goal: equip young endoscopists with practical tools to build competence, confidence, and career direction in endobariatric endoscopy.

 

• Building an Endobariatric Program: Where to Start and How to Succeed / Henry Mercoli

• Lessons from the Field: My Path in Endobariatrics / Thibaut Coste

• Seeking Training in EBMT as a Young Surgeon: Challenges and Opportunities / Maria Vannucci

• The Essential Skillset: Suturing, Closure, and Plication Techniques / Pietro Riva

• Setting realistic goals, ensuring safety, and building outcome tracking / Matyas Fehervari

• Credentialing, mentorship, and networking / Sonja Chiappetta

• Snapshot of EBMT status in France / Robert Caiazzo

• Snapshot of EBMT status in Europe / Christine Stier

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4:30 - 6:00 PM | Theoretical Session SOFFCO.MM  Symposium & Panel Discussion

 

Chairs: T. Auguste, R. Caiazzo

Pioneering Surgical Endoscopy in France: Challenges and Successes

Goal: an interactive discussion on the development of surgical endoscopy in France, addressing key challenges and celebrating the successes and inspiring journeys of our alumni.

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7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Faculty Dinner