33rd EACTS Annual Meeting
Mark your calendar and plan to join us again in Lisbon, Portugal from 3-5 October 2019 for the 33rd EACTS Annual Meeting. Our registration will open again in the Spring.
Key Information Summary
Venue
Lisbon Congress Centre
The Lisbon Congress Centre is located close to the river Tagus and the historical and cultural heritage of Belem, just a few minutes from the city center.
Contacts:
Praça das Indústrias, 1300-307 Lisboa – Portugal
Tel: (+351) 218 921 420| Fax (+351) 218 921 499
Email: lisboacc@ccl.fil.pt
https://lisbonvenues.pt/en/lisbon-congress-center/
Registration
Registration is open.
Your registration fee includes access to ALL scientific sessions and entrance to the exhibition.
Save time and Money
We strongly encourage all visitors to register online in order to save time at the queues and money.
Registering online will always be less expensive than buying your tickets from our lovely staff at the onsite registration desk. For more information please visit
EACTS Annual Meeting Registration
Onsite Registration Hours
Of course, you may register during the Annual Meeting with our lovely staff. The Registration hours are:
| Wednesday 2 October | 14:00-18:00 |
| Thursday 3 October | 07:00-18:00 |
| Friday 4 October | 07:30-17:30 |
| Saturday 5 October | 07:30-17:00 |
Scientific Session Hours
Each day of the annual meeting will feature Techno-College, Professional Challenge Sessions, Focus Sessions, Abstract Sessions, and Hands-on Training.
| Thursday 3 October | 08:30-17:45 |
| Friday 4 October | 08:00-17:15 |
| Saturday 5 October | 08:00-16:45 |
Exhibition & Training Village
We present an exhibition of our industry partners with the very latest information on solutions for patient care. All registered participants will have the opportunity to attend the exhibition and interact with medical experts on innovations in patient care.
| Thursday 3 October | 14:00-19:00 |
| Friday 4 October | 09:00-17:00 |
| Saturday 5 October | 09:00-17:00 |
Local Information
Airport – Lisbon International Airport is 7km from the city centre.
Humberto Delgado Airport+ 351 218 413 000
www.aeroportolisboa.pt
Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisbon, Portugal
Banks & Exchange – Most banks in Lisbon are generally open from 08:30 – 3:00pm Monday to Friday Most are closed on Saturdays and Sunday
Credit Cards – Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept major credit cards.
Currency – Euro €
Electricity – The power supply in Lisbon is 230 volts. All sockets follow European standards. To use American-type plugs, a 220-volt transformer should be used together with an adaptor plug.
Shopping Hours – Shops are usually open 09:00 – 19:30 Tuesday to Saturday and from 15:00 on Mondays. Note that some shops take an afternoon break from around 13:00 to 15:00.
Some shops are also open on Sundays, but many will be closed all day Sunday.
Visas – Visa invitation letters are available to download from your EACTS user account after registration. Check if you need a visa HERE
Abstract Submission
General Abstract submission will be open from 1 February 2019.
Work in Progress closed
Allied Health Professionals closed
Late Breaking Clinical Trials closed
Congratulations and good luck to everyone who will be presenting their work in Portugal.
For more information on submitting abstracts please visit
Registration
Registration is now open. Your registration fee includes access to ALL scientific sessions Thursday-Saturday and entrance to the exhibition Thursday-Saturday.
Save time and Money
We strongly encourage all visitors to register online in order to save time at the queues and money.
Registering online will always be less expensive than buying your tickets from our lovely staff at the onsite registration desk. For more information please visit
Accommodation Information
Important: Please book your accommodation through our officially appointed supplier:
AIM Group International is a trusted MedTech partner.
There are a number of counterfeit websites or agencies – EACTS cannot guarantee any rooms/rates offered within these. If you are in any doubt as to the authenticity of such sites or companies, please notify the EACTS Executive Secretariat immediately.
Exhibition
In conjunction with the Scientific Meeting, we will host an exhibition for industry partners. Companies will present the latest in cardiac, thoracic and vascular therapies, technologies and related services in an educational exhibition area. All registered participants will have the opportunity to attend the exhibition and interact with medical experts on innovations in patient care. The EACTS trade exhibition is an important and time efficient way to keep up to date with new to market technology, state of the art products, innovations and developments in the cardio-thoracic market. The exhibiting companies look forward to meeting the people that matter to their business in one place, to demonstrate new products and attract interest from new prospects and existing customers.
For industry partners: All information regarding approved suppliers and onsite logistics can be found on the EXHIBITION INFORMATION page.
Opening hours:
| Thursday 3 October | 14:00-19:00 |
| Friday 4 October | 09:00-17:00 |
| Saturday 5 October | 09:00-17:00 |
Industry Meeting
A meeting was held with Industry representatives on Wednesday 13 February at the Lisbon Congress Centre. A tour of the exhibition and meeting areas was undertaken, then several reports were presented by EACTS and its appointed agencies. These are provided via the links below for your further reference:
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| Kathy McGree EACTS Executive Director |
Sharon Pidgeon EACTS Events Director |
European International (Fairs) Ltd | AIM Group |
Training Village
A number of Training Village units will be specifically set aside for Industry to organise their own ‘Hands-on’ workshops, including wet and dry labs and any other small practical sessions. These sessions do not form part of the official scientific programme of the Annual Meeting. Sessions are scheduled at pre-defined times, offered to delegates on an invitation only basis, and are restricted to a maximum of 10-15 people per session.
Opening hours:
| Thursday 3 October | 14:00-19:00 |
| Friday 4 October | 09:00-17:00 |
| Saturday 5 October | 09:00-17:00 |
Other Industry opportunities
Our INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES section has a comprehensive list of opportunities and more information about how you can best showcase your organization at our annual meeting.
Satellite Symposia
A satellite symposium is a corporate or product related function at which a formal scientific presentation is made. These are excellent educational opportunities for surgeons and industry partners alike. Whether you are hosting or attending this year’s satellite symposia we hope you will enjoy this excellent learning opportunity. For further information please click HERE
Application for the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) European CME credits (ECMEC®s) for the 33rd EACTS Annual Meeting is currently in progress.
We hope to update you soon on the status of the accreditation and how you can claim your points.
Quick Links
EACTS Media Library
Attendees of the 32nd Annual Meeting in Milan may now login to the EACTS Annual Meeting Media Library to watch all recorded sessions. If you experience any difficulties, please email: registration@eacts.co.uk
Optional Social Programme
33rd EACTS Annual Meeting Party
Saturday 5 October 2019, 19.30, Pátio da Galé
The Pátio da Galé, which opened in 2011, is located in the west wing of the Terreiro do Paço (The Palace square) in Lisbon, where the Royal Palace and the Casa da India stood before the earthquake of 1755.
Come and celebrate with us in this impressive building in the heart of the city where you will be treated to an informal seated dinner and a full programme of entertainment including dancing.
Tickets €90 per person, limited places available. Book online via your EACTS user area.