MedStar Health International Colorectal Disease Symposium 2026

The MedStar Health International Colorectal Disease Symposium is designed to offer a comprehensive exchange of the current leading topics in colorectal surgery. Leading experts from around the world will discuss major advances in rectal cancer, advancing patient outcomes through techniques and technology, new frontiers in the management of inflammatory bowel disease, and challenges and solutions in advanced colorectal cancer. Recurring themes include multidisciplinary team care, cost-effective adoption of new technology, shared decision making, and education. Ample time has been allocated for discussion, questions, and answers.

Discount Codes available: 

In addition, registrants are encouraged to attend the International Society for Fluorescence Guided Surgery Society annual meeting at Georgetown University on Saturday, June 20.
For more information and to register visit HERE
After registering for ICDS 2026, please email  [email protected] for discount code to ISFGS annual meeting! This discount code is also on your registration confirmation email. 

Brazilian Society of Surgical Oncology members are eligible for discounted registration! Email [email protected] to receive promotion code. 

Announcing Scholarships at the MedStar Health International Colorectal Disease Symposium 2026
Smith Surgical Scholarships will be awarded to allow residents in training, colorectal fellows throughout the world, and practicing surgeons in developing countries to attend this highly anticipated conference.

A maximum of $3,000 will be made available as reimbursement for registration fee, travel, accommodation, ground transfers, and meals.

Scholarship applications should submit their application through this form: CLICK HERE
Please note: you will need to login to CloudCME to create a profile before submitting.

Applications are due by February 28, 2026. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by March 13, 2026.

Endorsed by

1. Discuss new techniques and technology
2. Assess the value of multidisciplinary care
3. Evaluate complications of colorectal surgery

Early Bird Now to February 28
Physician $799
Resident or Fellow $699
Physician Assistant $699
Nurse Practitioner $699
Nurse $699
Allied Health Professional $699
Industry Professional $899

Advance Purchase March 1 to June 17
Physician $899
Resident or Fellow $799
Physician Assistant $799
Nurse Practitioner $799
Nurse $799
Allied Health Professional $799
Industry Professional $999

Onsite June 18 to June 19
Physician $999
Resident or Fellow $899
Physician Assistant $899
Nurse Practitioner $899
Nurse $899
Allied Health Professional $899
Industry Professional $1,100

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by MedStar Health. MedStar Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

MedStar Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 16.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

 Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
 2401 M St NW
 Washington, D.C. 20037

 Reservation line: 202-429-3400
 Room Block Rate: $339 + applicable tax 
 Be sure to mention “MedStar Health International Colorectal Disease Symposium 2026” when making your room reservations.

Hotel Room Block Cutoff Date: May 25, 2026
Click Here to Reserve your Room!

This conference offers the opportunity to exhibit at the conference. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Romano at [email protected] 

MedStar Health is pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the International Colorectal Disease Symposium 2026 taking place on June 18 to 19, 2026 at the Fairmont Georgetown in Washington, D.C. 
The top abstracts selected will be given the opportunity to do quick shot presentations during scheduled coffee breaks. Top three abstracts will be awarded complimentary registration to the conference.

Abstracts will be reviewed and selected on the basis of their scientific merit and content quality. Submitted abstracts meeting eligibility requirements will be considered for presentation during the MedStar Health International Colorectal Disease Symposium 2026, June 18 to 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Select abstracts may be chosen for Quick Shot (Rapid Fire) oral presentations.

We invite you to participate by submitting a 250-word abstract of original research in the field of colorectal surgery on one of these topics:

• Benign Abdominal
• Benign Anorectal
• Malignant Diseases
• Pelvic Floor
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Basic Science
• New Technology

Abstracts that have been submitted to other meetings are eligible for submission, provided they have not been published.

All material presented in the abstract must be current, relevant, and free from ethical bias. Company logos of supporting companies are prohibited on any part of the presentation.

Submission Deadline

Abstracts must be submitted by March 23, 2026, via the online submission system on the conference website.

Optional Video Abstract Submission (NOT REQUIRED):
If you choose to submit a video abstract, you must still provide a 250-word written abstract.

After your written abstract is submitted, immediately upload your video here:
https://spaces.hightail.com/uplink/CMEQT

Once uploaded, please email Kia Paige at [email protected] to confirm your video has been submitted.

Video requirements:

• Length: 1–3 minutes maximum.
• Videos exceeding 3 minutes may be disqualified.
• The video must be your final version at time of submission. If accepted, the same video must be played during your presentation without edits.

Abstract Review & Notification

• Applicants notified of acceptance by April 14, 2026
• Abstracts are selected based on scientific merit.
• Travel, hotel, and registration are NOT included with acceptance.
• At least one presenting/submitting author per abstract must register for the conference.

Presentation Formats

Accepted presenters may present in one of the following formats:

1. Oral presentation with electronic poster, OR
2. Oral presentation with video presentation

Electronic posters will be displayed on digital boards at the conference.
(No physical poster size is required.)

Quick Shot (Rapid Fire) Oral Presentations (select abstracts only):

• Total time: 5 minutes (3 minutes presentation + 2 minutes Q&A)
• Limited to one (1) presenter only.
• If a video was submitted, the same video must be used without edits.

You may submit more than one abstract; however, if selected for an oral presentation, you may present only one orally. Additional accepted abstracts will be electronic poster-only.

Awards

The top three abstracts will receive complimentary conference registration.

Please note that the submitting author will receive all correspondence regarding the abstract.

For questions, contact:
Kia Paige – [email protected]