As we are all aware, the Covid-19 global pandemic shows no signs of easing and it unfortunately continues to affect all corners of the world, to impact all aspects of life and to have an adverse effect on the smooth running of activities such as congresses and events.

In light of the uncertain months ahead, ESSKA has taken the decision to transform the physical Congress in May 2021 into a virtual event.

This decision has not been taken lightly and all necessary analysis and research has been undertaken before reaching this conclusion. We are confident that this is the best option to enable us to deliver the top-class scientific programme in a safe and risk-free environment and to allow for maximum participation.

All registered delegates will be contacted in due course by the Congress team regarding registration and all faculty members will be contacted by the Scientific Programme team as soon as possible.

We hope that you can join us for our virtual Congress in May 2021 and in person in Paris, April 2022.

Due to Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic: In light of the ongoing uncertain situation regarding COVID-19, the ESSKA Milan Congress is postponed to 11 May (Tuesday) - 14 May (Friday) 2021.

This decision has been made to protect the health and well-being of our delegates, partners, faculty and staff. It is also based on current WHO advice and government information regarding travel and social distancing. The Congress website will be updated in the coming days to reflect the details of the rescheduled dates.

If you are an existing registered delegate, have booked a hotel room from the official Congress accommodation service, are a faculty member, are a successful abstract submitter, or are an exhibitor/sponsor, we will be communicating with you directly in due course.

There is no need to contact us; we will contact you. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We would also like to extend our sympathies and express our solidarity with those of you who have been affected by the COVID-19 crisis. We are proud of the work of our colleagues and friends who are on the front lines in response to this pandemic.

We look forward to seeing you in Milan, 11-14 May 2021.

Click to learn more about our submission guidelines: call for abstracts

Go to the Congress website to submit.