DACH - Jahrestagung Thoraxchirurgie

Future of Thoracic Surgery: The 2026 Summit in Mainz

The world of thoracic surgery is eagerly awaiting an outstanding event: The 35th Annual Conference of the German Society for Thoracic Surgery (DGT). From September 9th to 11th, 2026, the picturesque city of Mainz will become the epicenter for thought leaders, innovators, and luminaries in the field. Under the visionary motto "Artificial Intelligence & Robotics – The Path to the Future?", this congress promises far more than just a professional exchange. It is an invitation to redefine the boundaries of what is possible. The conference is aimed at all thoracic surgeons, doctors in training, researchers, and medical professionals from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland who not only want to feel the pulse of the times but actively shape it. In the renowned Rheingoldhalle Mainz, under the leadership of Congress President Prof. Dr. med. Eric Rößner, a unique platform is being created to set the course for the patient care of tomorrow.

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Mainz 2026: Where Innovation Meets Joie de Vivre

Why Mainz? Because this city, like no other, stands for the fusion of groundbreaking innovation and convivial tradition. Here, where Johannes Gutenberg revolutionized printing, the most brilliant minds in thoracic surgery are now coming together to open the next chapter of their discipline. The congress in the Rheingoldhalle is your opportunity not only to expand your knowledge in an inspiring environment but also to make valuable connections. Away from the lectures and workshops, the Rhineland-Palatinate way of life invites you to linger and engage in informal dialogue. Discuss the latest surgical methods over a glass of wine or forge collaborations during a walk along the banks of the Rhine. This conference is more than a mandatory event – it is an experience that combines professional depth with personal enrichment and gives you new energy for the challenges of daily clinical practice.