Dr Elena Papadopoulou
Consultant Haematologist
Athens General Hospital
Greece
Dr Papadopoulou leads the national thalassaemia programme in Greece and has published widely on transfusion-dependent care and iron overload management.
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Events / 2027
International Conference
Global Haematology & Thalassaemia Care Summit 2026
Three days of clinical updates, research breakthroughs and patient-centred care for haemoglobinopathies. Join clinicians, researchers and patient advocates in Athens or online.
2027 Mar 18 - 20
Athens
, Greece
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Registration opens on 15 October 2026.
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Key Highlights
40+ Expert Speakers
3 Days of Clinical Sessions
Hybrid Access: In Person or Online
About Event
The Global Haematology & Thalassaemia Care Summit 2026 brings together clinicians, researchers, nurses, patient advocates and policy makers from more than 40 countries. Over three days in Athens, and online for remote delegates, we will share the latest advances in transfusion medicine, gene therapy, iron chelation, and integrated patient-centred care. Delegates will take part in plenary lectures, parallel workshops, a poster hall and networking events designed to strengthen collaboration across the global haemoglobinopathy community.
Expected attendees
1,200+ delegates from 40+ countriesKey themes
Gene therapy, iron chelation, transfusion safety, patient-centred careWho should attend
Haematologists, nurses, researchers, patient advocates, policy makers
Featured Speakers
Prof. Rajesh Kumar
Professor of Haematology
All India Institute of Medical Sciences
India
Prof. Kumar's research focuses on gene therapy trials and newborn screening strategies for haemoglobinopathies across South Asia.
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Dr Sarah Whitfield
Clinical Research Director
University College London Hospitals
United Kingdom
Dr Whitfield directs multi-centre trials on novel iron chelators and advises European guideline committees on transfusion safety.
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View Full Agenda18 Mar
09:00 - 10:30Opening Plenary: The Future of Thalassaemia Care
Welcome address and keynote on global progress in haemoglobinopathy care.
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11:00 - 12:30Gene Therapy and Curative Approaches
Clinical trial results and access challenges for gene therapy.
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10:00 - 11:30Living Well with Thalassaemia: Patient Voices
Patient-led panel on quality of life, mental health and community support.
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Grand Conference Centre Athens
12 Vasilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens 115 28, Greece
Hotel highlight
Free high-speed Wi-Fi
Wheelchair accessible halls
Live-streaming studio
On-site catering & coffee bars
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Meet the Organizers
The people driving the vision, planning, and execution of this conference.
Dr Amina Hassan
Scientific Programme Chair
Prof. Marco Bianchi
Organising Committee Chair
Dr Sarah Whitfield
Patient Engagement Lead
Submit Your Abstract Now
Open to researchers, industry experts, and thought leaders. Don’t miss your chance to present.
Opens 15 October 2026 · Closes 31 January 2027
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Abstract submission opens on 15 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click Register Now on the event page, choose in-person or online attendance, complete your details and pay securely online. A confirmation email is sent immediately.
Yes. This is a hybrid event. Online delegates can watch all plenary sessions live, join Q&A, and access recordings for 90 days after the summit.
Yes. Delegates who attend the required sessions receive a digital certificate of attendance with CME credits by email within 14 days of the summit.
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