CSSANZ & GSA 2026 CR-ASM

  • Wednesday 21 October: Trainees’ Day
  • Thursday 22 – Saturday 24 October: CSSANZ & GSA combined & concurrent ASM 
  • Cairns International Convention Centre
 

 

About the ASM

This year, GSA is pleased to join with the AANZHPBA to bring to you a specialised, diverse and forward-thinking Scientific Program that will have you think ‘outside the box’ and present exciting new developments in the areas of Bariatric, HPB and Upper GI surgery. The combining of the two societies will offer many attractive benefits to both organisations and members. A thought-provoking scientific program – steered by a highly respected Organising Committee – combined with a lovely time to be in Western Australia, adds to this being a must-attend event.

Scientific Convenor

  • Prof Mohammad Ballal FRACS

    Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon – Perth

Schedule

  1. Wednesday 15 October: Trainees’ Day – Bariatric, HPB & Liver Surgery
  2. Thursday 16 October: Combined ASM Program – Liver & Pancreas
  3. Friday 17 October: Concurrent programs:
    – General Surgery Program: Oesophageal
    – HPBA Program: Advanced Liver / Cancer
  4. Saturday 18 October: General Surgery Program – Bariatric Surgery

Industry Partners

Thank you to our industry Partners and Exhibitors for their ongoing commitment to education in the field of General Surgery and related subspecialities; we are unable to run the ASM to the standard it is know for without their support.

We would like to acknowledge the following key sponsors joining us in Perth this October:

AANZHPBA Industry Partner – Platinum

AANZHPBA Industry Partner – Platinum

ASM Major Partner

ASM Major Partner

AANZHPBA Industry Partner – Gold

 

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION PROCESS

The abstract submission process for both AANZHPBA and GSA is now open, and will close at AEST 17:00 on Friday 19 June. All submitted papers will be considered for either a podium or e-poster presentation, and eligible selected papers will be considered for a number of respected research awards... find out more here.

INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER

We are honoured to have Prof Arul Immanuel from the UK joining us as Keynote Speaker. Prof Immanuel is a highly regarded consultant surgeon specialising in General & Upper GI Surgery, and is current Clinical lead of Upper GI Surgery at the Northern Oesophago-Gastric Unit, Royal Victoria Infirmary, United Kingdom... find out more here.

SUPPORT THE 2025 ASM

Collaborate, educate and grow with us this October for the AANZHPBA & GSA 2025 ASM. We are pleased to welcome our industry partners to Perth for what will be a truly valuable program that offers as much to our supporting companies as you do to our members. Some packages have sold out, and trade displays are selling fast so don't delay... find out more here.

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the first peoples and Traditional Owners and custodians of the land and waterways on which we live.

We honour and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

We recognise all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their ongoing strength and resilience despite the past and present impacts of colonisation and dispossession. We acknowledge the important role that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people play as leaders in their communities and across Victoria.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples represent the world’s oldest living culture. We celebrate and respect this continuing culture and strive to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people as they draw on the strength of their community, families and culture to build a bright future.