• Yong Chan Lee Chairman
  Organizing Committee of SIDDS 2026
• Hyun-Soo Kim President
  Organizing Committee of SIDDS 2026

Distinguished Researchers in Gastroenterology,

On behalf of the Korean Society of Gastroenterology (KSG), it is with immense pleasure and excitement that I extend a warm invitation to the Seoul International Digestive Disease Symposium (SIDDS) 2026, scheduled to take place from April 18 to 19, 2026, at Grand Walkerhill Seoul, in the dynamic city of Seoul, Korea.

SIDDS 2026 is an international academic conference dedicated to advancing multidisciplinary research, spanning both basic and clinical sciences in the field of digestive diseases, and committed to imparting cutting-edge knowledge to the younger generation.

This year's two-day program, themed "Navigating Towards the Optimum Digestive Care: Beyond Linguistic Barriers," is meticulously constructed to illuminate the path toward personalized and optimized patient care, serving as a lighthouse for the future of the field. We have curated diverse sessions focusing on crucial advancements, including the utility of population-based big data analysis, the evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in developing standardized clinical pathways for specific diseases, and the integration of digital healthcare based on real-time data. These timely topics will be followed by lively multidisciplinary expert panel discussions designed to foster collaborative breakthroughs.

Notably, this year's symposium will feature a distinguished lecture by Dr. Lawrence Kim, the President of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), as well as educational sessions provided by the United European Gastroenterology (UEG) Educational Committee, and dedicated educational programs for nurses. We are also proud to showcase collaborative programs with various domestic and international groups.

To facilitate deeper scientific insight and seamless discussion among participants, we have established an AI-based real-time translation system. This platform will promote synergy among researchers in digestive science across areas including disease prevention, prognostic prediction, and precision medicine. We anticipate this event will be an invaluable opportunity to demonstrate the excellence of Korean Gastroenterology and the innovation of K-Technology on the global stage.

To encourage academic exchange and collaboration, especially among young researchers from the Asia-Pacific region and around the world, SIDDS 2026 offers comprehensive support, including Travel Grants and a variety of other awards and support programs for diverse abstract presentations.

We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to SIDDS 2026 in Seoul, where you can not only present your invaluable research findings but also experience the vibrant K-Culture of the city, and join us in charting a brighter future for the continually evolving field of gastroenterology.

Thank you.

Sincerely yours,