The 2024 ASM was held in Derby on 5 & 6 November
Thought-provoking symposia and lectures with international speakers, featuring video sessions on emergency, laparoscopic, robotic & technology-enhanced surgery. For further details, please click on the links in the menu (on the right on a desktop, below if using an iPhone) for the scientific programme.
Please see the menu for programme details. There are 2 Training Days which are being held in person in addition to the 5 day Annual Scientific Meeting which is being held virtually.
Dear ALSGBI Delegate
The ALSGBI Council and myself are very much looking forward to seeing you all next week at the ALSGBI Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) 2021 being held at the ILEC Conference Centre on Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 December 2021.
I just want to reassure you that we are confident that our conference will be safe, COVID has taken the limelight but we manage all identifiable risks including ensuring that the walkways are clear of tripping hazards.
There has been much media comment about Omicron and a widespread near panic seems to be taking hold across the world. Since SARS-CoV-2 has been spreading for 2 years, the evolution of new variants is expected.
We are encouraging everyone to undertake a lateral flow test before they arrive at the ASM and to wear a mask. Speakers, Chairs and Moderators will be exempt as will everyone when they are eating and drinking.
Additional hand sanitisers will be in place, there are disposable paper towels in the toilet facilities as well as hand dryers and surfaces will be regularly cleaned.
The registration desk will also be open on Sunday 5 December from 16:30 – 18:30 hours for anyone arriving on the Sunday who would like to collect their badge and programme. This will also help minimise any queues on Monday morning.
We are especially asking that anyone who has COVID or influenza-type symptoms in the 72 hours preceding the event does not attend.
With best wishes
Mr Don Menzies
ALSGBI President