56th IDKD Davos Course 2026
March 21–26, 2026

Davos, Switzerland

Pre-Courses: March 21, 2026
“Musculoskeletal Imaging in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults.”

Main Topic: Musculoskeletal Diseases

The International Diagnostic Course Davos (IDKD) is one of the world’s leading educational events in radiology, offering a unique interactive learning experience. The 56th IDKD will take place in the beautiful alpine town of Davos, Switzerland, and will focus on Musculoskeletal Diseases.

The IDKD concept is based on organ-system-oriented teaching, rotating every four years through the major areas of radiology:
Brain, Head & Neck, Spine – Chest, Heart & Vascular System – Musculoskeletal Diseases – Abdomen & Pelvis.

During the 2026 course, participants will attend around 20 interactive workshops led by internationally renowned experts. Each workshop will cover state-of-the-art imaging approaches, diagnostic strategies, and recent advances in musculoskeletal radiology.

Unlike traditional lectures, IDKD workshops emphasize case-based, interactive learning in small groups of approximately 40 participants, encouraging active discussion and hands-on problem-solving.

Join colleagues from around the globe in Davos to expand your expertise, exchange ideas, and experience an inspiring radiology education event in a world-class setting.

New Challenges in Pediatric Imaging
Rome, April 23–24, 2026

Aula Auditorium Valerio Nobili, Bambino Gesù, San Paolo
Organizers: Aurelio Secinaro, Paolo Tomà
Scientific Committee: Andrea Magistrelli, Gian Luigi Natali, Maria Camen Garganese, Carlo Gandolfo, Fabio Marconi, Emanuele Fiorito

The technological and methodological evolution of pediatric imaging poses new challenges in terms of diagnostic accuracy, safety, and sustainability. The event aims to offer an up-to-date overview of the most advanced imaging techniques, from artificial intelligence to radiomics, from functional imaging to guided interventional procedures. Special attention will be paid to dose reduction, the appropriate use of contrast agents, and multidisciplinary integration into the diagnostic and therapeutic pathway for pediatric patients. The exchange between national and international experts will foster the sharing of experiences and the building of collaborative networks for the future of pediatric radiology.

Programme

Since the inaugural IPR was convened in Toronto in 1987, the IPR has grown into a global event which outlines where pediatric radiology stands today and envisions where it will lead in the future. This year, the full 4.5 days of the meeting will provide a mix of scientific, clinical and non-clinical topics in addition to featured lectures, the ever-popular IPR Olympics, and Shark Tank!

We invite not only members from the two organizing societies – The Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR) and the European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR) – but all pediatric radiologists and imaging specialists from every nation to Boston to liaise professionally, to meet old friends and to make new ones.

Additional details will be posted as they are available and registration will open in January 2026.

We hope you will join us!

Congress Website

ESSR 2026
June 18–20, 2026

Manchester, UK

Dear colleagues,

As part of the collaboration between ESPR and ESSR, and in line with our Memorandum of Understanding, we are pleased to share information about the upcoming 33rd Annual Meeting of the European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology (ESSR 2026), should this be of interest to ESPR members.

ESSR 2026 – 33rd Annual Meeting
📍 Manchester, United Kingdom
📅 18–20 June 2026
📌 Venue: The Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays

Important note for ESPR members:
In accordance with the MoU between ESPR and ESSR, ESPR members are eligible to apply for ESSR membership at a discounted rate. One a member, you can apply for member rates for the congress registration.

For further details regarding eligibility and the application process, please contact the ESSR Office directly at office@essr.org.

Further information on the congress programme, registration, and abstracts is available via the ESSR website.

We are pleased to announce the upcoming online ECPR Module 1 on Paediatric Musculoskeletal (MSK) Imaging, organised by the ESPR, and warmly invite you to join us on 17–18 September 2026.

This course offers engaging, level-appropriate teaching tailored to early-stage radiology trainees, delivered by experienced and inspiring faculty.

On behalf of the organising committee,
Dr. Ignacio Barber Martinez de la Torre
Dr. Luis Riera

We are pleased to announce the upcoming ECPR Module 2 on Paediatric Abdominal Imaging, organised by the ESPR, and warmly invite you to join us in Dublin on 4–6 November.

The course will begin with a half-day session on Wednesday commencing at 13:00, followed by full teaching days on Thursday and Friday. The later start on Wednesday is intended to allow participants to travel to Dublin on the same morning.

This course offers engaging, level-appropriate teaching tailored to early-stage radiology trainees, delivered by experienced and inspiring faculty.

On behalf of the organising committee,
Dr. Eilish Twomey
Dr. Samuel Stafrace