Dear Colleagues,

Building on the remarkable success of our inaugural meeting, we are delighted to invite you to the Obesity & Cancer Symposium 2026, which will take place from June 25 to 28, 2026, at the Acıbadem Maslak Hospital & Medtronic Innovation Center in İstanbul, Türkiye.

Following the strong scientific impact and international collaboration established during our first edition, this year’s symposium aims to further advance our understanding of the complex and evolving relationship between obesity and cancer.

Obesity is no longer regarded solely as a metabolic disorder; it is now widely recognized as a significant risk factor influencing cancer development, progression, and treatment outcomes. As surgeons, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, it is our responsibility to remain at the forefront of these challenges by deepening our scientific knowledge and refining our clinical and surgical strategies.

Throughout the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to:

With an outstanding scientific program, cutting-edge research updates, and practical educational sessions, the Obesity & Cancer Symposium 2026 is designed to provide an exceptional academic and professional experience for all specialists working in obesity, oncology, and metabolic diseases.

We warmly invite you to join us in İstanbul for this distinguished scientific gathering, where knowledge meets practice and innovation shapes the future of patient care.

We look forward to welcoming you in June 2026.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE