Welcome Message

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is a great pleasure to invite you to the city of Málaga for the 14th IFSO-EC Congress and 27th SECO Congress, which will take place from May 6 to 8, 2026.

This IFSO-EC Congress will allow us to deepen our knowledge of severe obesity and its treatment options including metabolic bariatric surgery and obesity management medications. Sharing new data, experiences, news on surgical and medical treatments with bariatric surgeons and other specialists, is undoubtedly the key to best advance the optimal treatment for our patients. 

The congress will focus on various aspects of the chronic disease of obesity including most recent updates and data on surgical techniques, new pharmacological treatments and how to integrate them into our daily surgical practice, treatment of surgical complications, revision and conversion surgery, robotic surgery,  eradication of obesity stigma, and multidisciplinary work of metabolic bariatric surgery and integrated health units. These topics and much more will be addressed both in the pre-congress courses and during the main event. The IFSO-EC congress is also the perfect opportunity to network within the field of metabolic bariatric surgery and obesity treatment – join us to meet old friends and to make new ones!

Málaga offers excellent infrastructure for hosting international events, making it an ideal destination for attendees. With its modern transport links, Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport provides convenient access to over 140 cities across 25 countries. The city’s high-speed rail system, with multiple daily departures to Madrid and other major Spanish cities, further enhances accessibility.

Málaga is known for its rich cultural heritage, offering a range of museums, alongside a thriving hospitality sector. The city’s Mediterranean climate ensures a mild temperature and ample sunshine year-round, contributing to a pleasant environment for both attendees and event organisers. The city is safe, modern, and well-equipped to meet the needs of all visitors, with a variety of services and amenities available to enhance your stay.

We look forward to welcoming you to Malaga, to work and discuss the latest developments in our speciality, but also to enjoy and make new friends on the shoreline of the Mediterranean Sea.

Warm Regards,

Luis Ocaña, IFSO-EC Malaga 2026 Congress President

Paulina Salminen, IFSO-EC President