Dear colleagues,

It is our pleasure to welcome you to Basel to the Joint Annual Meeting 2026 of the Swiss Society of Cardiology, the Swiss Society of Cardiac Surgery, the Swiss Society of Pneumology, the Swiss Society of Thoracic Surgery and their partners from 10-12 June 2026.

In collaboration with the Scientific Committee, we have prepared a programme enriched by the combination of heart and lung topics and reflected in a multitude of capturing sessions.

During the three congress days, the delegates will be provided with interesting lectures on the most recent guidelines and the newest developments. Workshops, postgraduate courses and learning centers will offer young and also experienced colleagues the opportunity to deepen knowledge in specific topics. Oral abstract sessions and poster walks provide opportunities for researchers and clinicians to present their latest scientific findings and thrilling clinical cases.

Networking events and breaks offer the occasion to get together with colleagues and industry partners and exchange in a pleasant environment.

We are convinced that this programme will meet your expectations, and we are looking forward to seeing you in Basel!

With kindest regards,

PD Dr. med. Diego Arroyo
Prof. Dr. med. Sebastian Ott
Congress Presidents

Dr. med. Béatrice Veragut Davies
President Swiss Society of Cardiology

Prof. Dr. med. Enrico Ferrari
President Swiss Society of Cardiac Surgery

Dr. med. Grégoire Gex
President Swiss Society of Pneumology

PD Dr. med. Franco Gambazzi
President Swiss Society of Thoracic Surgery

Dr. med. Marjam Rüdiger-Stürchler
Scientific Secretary and Director SSC & SSP