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About Event

The 21st World Congress of Endoscopic Surgeons, which also serves as the 17th Asia Pacific Endo-Laparoscopic Surgeons (ELSA) Congress is a significant event in the field of minimally invasive surgery. This congress typically gathers experts, surgeons, and healthcare professionals from around the world to discuss the latest advancements, techniques, and research in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery. It also provides an opportunity for networking, collaboration, and learning through various presentations, workshops, and discussions.

Event Highlights

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • ⁠⁠Image-guided Surgery
  • Robotic Surgery
  • ⁠Healthcare Economics
  • ⁠Women in surgery
  • ⁠OR of the Future
  • ⁠Education & Training in MIS
  • ⁠Innovation in tissue approximation
  • Innovation in MIS
  • Prosthesis & Mesh
  • ⁠Startups in MIS
  • ⁠Cinema in MIS surgery
  • ⁠Fellowship Program
  • Value Driven Outcome in MIS
  • Carbon Neutrality
  • QoL in MIS
  • ⁠Patient Safety

Welcome Message

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is our great honor and pleasure to invite you to the 21st World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery (WCES 2025), taking place in the vibrant, tropical city of Singapore from 4 until 8 November 2025, under the theme “Revolutionising Endo-Lap Surgery.” This prestigious event will be co-hosted by the Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA) and the International Federation of Societies of Endoscopic Surgeons (IFSES), alongside the 17th Asia-Pacific Congress of ELSA.

The congress will feature a dynamic and comprehensive scientific program, including 11 pre-congress workshops and masterclasses, more than 80 scientific sessions, and the latest updates in endo-laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Renowned experts from around the world will join us, ensuring a rich exchange of knowledge and inspiring discussions that will drive the future of minimally invasive surgery.

Bringing together ELSA and leading continental societies under IFSES, this congress offers unparalleled opportunities for learning, skill enhancement, and global networking. Delegates can also explore a state-of-the-art surgical exhibition featuring cutting-edge innovations in technology and clinical practice. Beyond science, our social programs promise unforgettable experiences, allowing participants and their accompanying guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Singapore.

WCES 2025 is more than just a congress—it is a global celebration of our shared commitment to advancing patient care and pushing the boundaries of surgical innovation. Together, as a unified surgical community, we aim to shape the future of endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery for better patient outcomes worldwide.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to Singapore for this landmark event. See you at WCES 2025!

Warm regards,

Venue

Since our establishment in 1995, Suntec have hosted more than 30,000 events and acquired a strong reputation as the world’s preferred and most awarded international venue.

Suntec Singapore is part of the ESR Group (the “Group”), APAC’s largest real asset manager powered by the New Economy and the third-largest listed real estate investment manager globally.

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