ESER 2026 
Annual Scientific Meeting
Shaping the future 
in the Heart of Europe 

22 - 24 October 2026 
Mövenpick Budapest Centre 

Welcome Message
Dear Friends and Colleagues
 
On behalf of the ESER Scientific Committee, we are delighted to welcome you to Budapest for the 
2026 ESER Annual Scientific Meeting.The two and a half days of the ESER meeting will focus on both emerging and essential topics in emergency radiology. The scientific programme will explore the expanding role of artificial intelligence and large language models in emergency reporting, imaging in poisoning and special patiens, and traumatic and non-traumatic abdominal emergencies. In addition,
a dedicated session will share firsthand experience in neuro emergencies.Interaction and practical learning are central to ESER 2026, with workshops, quiz sessions, and ample time for discussion. 
The international faculty reflects the global nature of ESER, with experts from the Americas, Asia, Australasia, and Europe.Budapest, known for its rich history, striking architecture, and vibrant cultural life, provides an outstanding setting for scientific exchange and networking. A carefully designed social programme will allow participants to experience the city beyond the congress venue.

We very much look forward to welcoming you to Budapest.

Szeretettel várunk Mindenkit Budapesten, Európa Szívében

Ana Blanco Barrio                          Laszlo Kostyal
ESER President                              Congress President


Venue
The Mövenpick Hotel Budapest Centre**** is a Art Nouveau-style hotel, located in the center of Budapest next to the Blaha Lujza Square metro station, now features newly renovated rooms in 2025.

Just like a century ago, it offers the beauty of elegance and the advantages of modern comfort to its guests. Experience an unforgettable gastronomic adventure at our bars and restaurants. 

Step into the artistic ambiance of the Klimt Bar, inspired by Gustav Klimt's iconic works, and savor expertly crafted cocktails and gourmet delights. Indulge in the best of Hungarian and international cuisine at the Palace Restaurant, surrounded by stunning Art Nouveau decor. 

Impeccable service and a warm atmosphere await, ensuring a remarkable dining experience that tantalizes the taste buds and creates lasting memories. Dive into spaces where modernist visions take form. 

Address: Rákóczi út 43-45 | 1088 | Budapest | Hungary 

Scientific Programme

14:00 - 15:00
Workshop I
Location: Workshop Room

Post-Operative Abdominal Workshop

15:00 - 15:15
Coffe Break
Location: Foyer
15:15 - 16:15
Workshop II
Location: Workshop Room

Acut Chest Pain

16:15 - 16:30
Break
Location: Foyer
16:30 - 18:00
Oral Scientific Presentations
Location: Workshop Room
08:30 - 08:45
Opening & Welcome
Location: Plenary Hall

Ana Blanco & Elizabeth Dick & Laszlo Kostyal

08:45 - 10:30
Neuro Emergencies
Location: Plenary Hall

08:45 - 09:00 New Classification in Traumatic Brain Injuries
09:00 - 09:15 Pitfalls in Acute Stroke Imaging
09:15 - 09:30 Incidentalomas in Emergency Neuro-Imaging : To report or to ignore
09:30 - 09:45 From infection to infarction : nontraumatic spine emergencies
09:45 - 10:00 Neck Emergencies
10:00 - 10:20 Q&A / Quiz

09:15 - 10:15
Workshop III
Location: Workshop Room

Thinking Beyond Pneumonia: A practical approach to non-infectious white-out in the acute lung )

10:20 - 10:45
Coffe Break
Location: Foyer
10:45 - 12:15
Abdominal Pelvic Emergencies
Location: Plenary Hall

10:45 - 11:00 Photon counting CT in abdominal emergency imaging
11:00 - 11:15 Is it bowel ischemia or bowel inflammatory disease? Clues for differential diagnosis
11:15 - 11:30 Post-partum complications: from vaginal delivery to C-section
11:30 - 11:45 Abdominal vs acute pelvic GU pathology for CT reporters
11:45 - 12:15 Q&A/ Quiz
12:15 - 12:45 Industry Sponsored Symposium

11:00 - 12:15
Oral Scientific Presentations
Location: Workshop Room
12:45 - 13:45
Lunch
13:45 - 14:30
Honorary Members Ceremony
Location: Lecture Hall
14:30 - 15:40
Non traumatic abdominal emergencies
Location: Plenary Hall

14:30 - 14:50 Imaging of Internal hernias
14:50 - 15:10 Abdominal Wall Emergencies
15:10 - 15:40 Topics for Residents (Interactive)

15:40 - 16:15
Coffe Break
Location: Foyer
16:15 - 17:15
Artificial Intelligence and New technologies in Emergency Radiology
Location: Plenary Hall

16:15 - 16:30 AI in Teleradiology – Between Scylla and Charybdis
16:30 - 16:45 LLMs in Radiology: pie in the sky or just around the corner
16:45 - 17:00 Implemeting an AI detection tool for abuse
17:00 - 17:20 Q&A / Roundtable

16:15 - 17:20
Workshop IV
Location: Workshop Room

Code stroke made easy: practical tips fon on call residents.

08:30 - 10:00
Abdominal Trauma Traps
Location: Plenary Hall

08:30 - 08:45 Is a split bolus protocol (safe) enough for trauma?
08:45 - 09:00 Splenic trauma
09:00 - 09:15 Liver Trauma
09:15 - 09:30 State-of-the-Art Pelvic Trauma Imaging
09:30 - 09:45 Pancreatic and renal trauma
09:45 - 10:00 Trauma Call; When do you need an interventional radiologist?

10:00 - 10:30
Coffe Break
Location: Foyer
10:30 - 12:00
Imaging in poisoning and special patients
Location: Plenary Hall

10:30 - 10:45 CNS Toxic and Metabolic Disorders
10:45 - 11:00 Inhalation injuries of lung
11:00 - 11:15 Imaging of migrants
11:15 - 11:30 Acute pathology in the immunosuppressed/oncology patients
11:30 - 12:00 Q&A / Quiz
12:00 - 12:30 Industry Sponsored Symposium

10:30 - 11:30
Workshop V
Location: Workshop Room

All about post transplant emergency imaging

11:30 - 12:30
Workshop VI
Location: Workshop Room

Spine Trauma

12:30 - 13:30
Lunch
13:30 - 15:15
CHEST and VASCULAR
Location: Plenary Hall

13:30 - 13:45 Pulmonary embolism diagnosis and treatment - what's new?
13:45 - 14:00 Acute Aortic Emergencies
14:00 - 14:15 Visceral Artery Emergencie
14:15 - 14:30 Pediatric Body Trauma, what is different?
14:30 - 14:45 Non-accidental injury: never forget !
14:45 - 15:15 Q&A / Quiz
15:15 - 16:00 Prize Ceremony & Farewell Vittorio Miele - Laszlo Kostyal - Ana Blanco Barrio

General Information

Participants who wish to stay at the congress venue, Mövenpick Budapest Centre, may make their reservations via this link.

Sponsorship Opportunities
ESER offers several options for sponsoring and exhibiting at ESER Annual Scientific Meeting including satellite symposia, exhibition booth and many other alternatives.
Please feel free to contact us at eser@indigoevents.co to receive the sponsorship brochure which includes all the detailed information.
CME Information
ESER will make an application to EACCME for the accreditation of the course and the result of this application will be published on this page.

Contact


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