CSSANZ & GSA 2026 CR-ASM – CAIRNS

  • Wednesday 21 October: Trainees’ Day
  • Thursday 22 – Saturday 24 October: CSSANZ & GSA Programs 

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We are delighted to extend our warmest invitation to you to join us this October for the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia & New Zealand combined with General Surgeons Australia 2026 Colorectal Annual Scientific Meeting, taking place from 21 – 24 October at the Cairns Convention Centre.

Under the theme of ‘Hernia, Roids & Rainforests: From the basic to the advanced‘, the Scientific Program will explore advancements, modern approaches, and controversies across key areas of Colorectal Surgery in a collaborative format – to be structured to allow ease of access to content that’s most valuable to you. Recognised world-leading experts from across Australia and internationally will share case studies, practical knowledge and insights – delivering a unique balance of modern and evolving approaches to surgical care and practice.

International Guest Speakers

  1. Professor Eva Angenete – University of Göteborg, Sweden
  2. Dr Stefan D. Holubar – The Cleveland Clinic, US
  3. Dr Scott Steele – The Cleveland Clinic, US

 

About the Meeting

This year, CSSANZ and GSA are pleased to come together to bring to you a specialised, diverse and forward-thinking Scientific Program that will have you think ‘outside the box’ and present compelling new developments in key areas of Colorectal 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 time in beautiful Far North Queensland, adds to this being a must-attend event.

Schedule

  1. Wednesday 21 October: GSA Trainees’ Day
  2. Thursday 22 October: Concurrent Programs
  3. Friday 23 October: Combined Programs
  4. Saturday 24 October: Concurrent Programs

Organising Committee – CSSANZ 

  • Prof Frank Frizelle – CSSANZ President
  • Dr Ju Yong Cheong – CR 2026 Scientific Convenor
  • Prof David Clark
  • Dr Chris Gillespie
  • Dr Raymond Yap
  • Ms Leticia Delmenico

Organising Committee – GSA

  • Dr Pieter Prinsloo – Scientific Convenor
  • Dr Merwe Hartslief 
  • Dr Maseelan Naidoo 
  • Dr Angela Robson   
  • Dr Sabin Warner-Smith 
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ABSTRACT SUBMISSION PROCESS

The abstract submission process for both CSSANZ and GSA is now open, and will close at AEST 16:00 on Monday 01 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.

OCTOBER IN FNQ

Did you know there's no better time to be in Far North Queensland than in October (2026) - 21 - 24 to be exact? Coming off the tail end of the dry season allows for a perfectly temperate climate: sunny dry days ranging from an average 27-29 degrees with low humidity (hello perfect glow) and limited rainfall makes it a lovely time to be in Cairns. Come for the ASM and stay for all that FNQ offers... find out more

SUPPORT THE 2026 ASM

Collaborate and educate alongside us this October for the CSSANZ & GSA combined ASM. We are pleased to welcome our industry partners to Cairns for what will be a highly valued and recognised program that offers will offer as much to our supporting companies as you do to our members. Packages and exhibition space is limited - 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.