The Surgeon Show

The UK’s Exclusive Surgical Leaders Summit  |  London 20.02.26

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The Surgeon Show

The UK’s Exclusive Surgical Leaders Summit  |  London 20.02.26

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A gathering of the UK’s most respected surgical voices.
The Surgeon Show 2026 takes place on Friday, 20 February at the Minster Building, Central London

The Surgeon Show isn’t a typical surgical conference.

It is a by-invitation, curated summit for those leading the next era of surgery: consultants, academics, clinical directors, policymakers, and innovators.

This is a space where every perspective holds value and every conversation has impact. From the main stage to the breakout sessions, everyone has something to share, and any voice could take centre stage.

Join us for informed, honest discussions on what truly matters in modern surgery, from the operating theatres of the future to the transformative impact of the latest technologies shaping surgical practice today.

60+

over 60 expert speakers & faculty

50+

50 + healthcare organisations represented

25+

more than 25 curated high-level sessions

3

three LIVE theatres running concurrently

The Surgeon Show 2026

Awarded Ethical MedTech Accreditation

The Surgeon Show | Academic Programme

Theatre 1
Tomorrow’s Theatre Today

MORNING SESSIONS

Building the Robotic Future: Access, Evidence and Execution

These sessions brings together global leaders, platform innovators, and experienced NHS consultants to explore the future of robotic surgery, from next-generation technology and industry direction to international adoption and surgical training. Across keynote talks and high-level panels, the focus is on how robotics can be scaled safely, integrated effectively, and taught sustainably within real-world systems. Whether you’re setting up a service, shaping a fellowship, or influencing national strategy, this is where the future of robotics gets mapped.

Theatre 3

The Key to MedTech Success with Cambridge Consultants. A session featuring surgeon-innovators whose companies are at various stages on the innovation to commercialisation journey. Delivered with Cambridge Consultants over breakfast, it explores how surgical ideas are translated into scalable technologies and the process to bring them to market. Chair: Mr. Oliver Sowerby, Vice President MedTech Innovation, Cambridge Consultants.

Mr. Ali Haddad, CEO and Founder, XRlabs
Ms. Emily Mills, CEO and Co-founder, Cascade MedTech
Mr. Ash Kalraiya, CEO and Founder, Medishout
Ms. Terouz Pasha, Inaugural Innovation Fellow, London Institute of Healthcare Engineering & RCS Innovation Hub

Theatre 1 (Also streamed Theatres 2&3)

Professor Shafi Ahmed & Mr Tim Lane on behalf of the SURGERY Advisory Board

Theatre 1 (Also streamed Theatres 2&3)

Drawing on global experience at the forefront of surgical innovation, Rafael Grossmann explores how the operating room is being redesigned; and why surgeons must lead the decisions shaping its future.

Dr. Rafael Grossmann

Dr. Grossmann is a practising surgeon and healthcare futurist, originally from Caracas, Venezuela. Trained in the United States he has developed a diverse practice encompassing general, trauma, advanced laparoscopic, and robotic surgery. His work focuses on the practical integration of technology into everyday surgical care, balancing innovation with empathy, safety, and clinical judgement.

Theatre 1 (Also streamed Theatres 2&3)

A strategic view of how robotic surgery moves from early adoption to embedded standard practice, and the leadership decisions required to deliver safe, scalable, evidence-based services.

Professor Nikhil Vasdev

Professor Vasdev is a Consultant Urological Surgeon specialising in robotic urological oncology at the Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire Urological Cancer Centre. A nationally accredited robotic fellow, academic, and educator, his work focuses on surgical innovation, advanced intra-operative technologies, outcomes research, and improving quality of life for patients with urological cancer.

Theatre 1

Leaders from established platforms and next-generation systems examine how robotic technologies will define the future operating room. Reshape surgical capability, training, and care delivery.

Chairs: Mr Tim Lane & Miss Nahid Gul
Mr. Luke Hares CIO, CMR Surgical

Mr. Stuart Moran VP, Cornerstone Robotics
Mr. Johnathan Conta CMO, Moon Surgical
To be confirmed Intuitive

Theatre 1

Leaders in robotic surgery and public health examine how programmes are scaled across international health systems, and the strategic decisions that enable sustainable adoption.Chair: Professor Bijen Patel

Professor Tas Qureshi, University Hospitals, Dorset
Miss Ekpemi Irune, Cambridge University NHS Trust
Professor Asif Chaudry, The Royal Marsden NHS Trust
A. Professor Dmitri Nepogodiev, University of Birmingham

Theatre 1

Plenary 3a | Developing the Next Generation of Robotic Surgical Leaders

Senior voices explore how the next generation of robotic surgical leaders is developed, and how standards are protected as adoption accelerates.

Chair: Professor Tan Arulampalam
Ms. Niyati Lobo, Cambridge University NHS Trust
Professor Nikhil Vasdev, Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire UCC
Ms. Katharine Davies, University Hospitals of Liverpool
Dr. Leanne Ashrafian, Guys Hospital & KCL
Prof. Domenico Veneziano, Northwell Health, NYC, USA

Theatre 1

Darwin Group examines how modular, on-demand healthcare facilities are expanding clinical capacity, accelerating elective recovery, and strengthening surgical pathways. Drawing on turnkey design-to-delivery experience across NHS and private systems, the session highlights scalable infrastructure aligned with clinical need, sustainability, and future-proof care delivery.

Theatre 3

Advanced electrosurgical and hybrid energy systems are examined through their principles, applications, and evolving role in the modern operating theatre. The session focuses on precision, tissue interaction, and seamless workflow integration across surgical specialties.

AFTERNOON SESSIONS

Intelligent Operating Rooms

These sessions explores the technologies reshaping the surgical environment—from fully integrated, data-rich operating rooms to AI-enhanced robotic systems. With input from global industry leaders, political stakeholders, and surgical innovators, we examine how intelligent platforms, real-time navigation, and smart theatre design are redefining what’s possible in high-performance surgery. Topics include elective recovery, interoperability, workflow optimisation, and the practical role of robotics and AI in meeting both clinical and system-wide demands.

Theatre 1

Digital platforms, data, imaging, and devices converge within the operating room, with a focus on the architectural decisions that will define future surgical practice. Chair: Professor Deena Harji

Mr. Mark Portou, Royal Free Hospital, London
Mr. Ritsaart van Montfrans, CEO, INCISION
Mr. Ryan Kerstein, RCSEng Innovation Hub
Dr. Ravi Shrestha, GM & Sir. Dir. Canon

Theatre 1

How national policy, workforce planning, and capital strategy will shape the role of robotic surgery within the NHS over the next decade.

Chair: Ms. Niyati, Lobo
Professor Stella Vig, NHS England
Miss. Nahid Gul, BIARGS President
Professor Tan Arulampalam, Outgoing ALSGBI President
Prof. Alan Horgan, Shelford Group

Theatre 1

An examination of how AI-guided decision support is entering the operating room, and the evidence, governance, and safety considerations required for responsible adoption.

Chair: Mr. Joseph Corrigan, Cambridge Consultants
Professor Danail Stoyanov, University College London
Dr. Katerina Springer, CEO, Oxford Heartbeat
Professor Ryan Mathew, Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust
Dr. Manios Dimitrakakis, CEO, Panda Surgical
To be confirmed NVIDIA

Theatre 1

A strategic discussion on how 5G infrastructure enables reliable, low-latency connectivity within and beyond the operating room, supporting robotics, imaging, data integration, and remote collaboration. Focused on infrastructure readiness, safety, and governance rather than technology hype.

Professor Yujia Gao

As an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, and a Consultant in Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgery, Professor Gao also serves as Assistant Group Chief Technology Officer at the National University Health System. He leads the clinical adoption of mixed reality and digital-twin technologies, bridging advanced surgery with health informatics to enhance precision, training and patient outcomes.

Theatre 1

A candid conversation with Professor Aymeric Lim reflecting on leadership, innovation, and decision-making across modern surgical practice. Drawing on experience at the interface of surgery, technology, and system change.

Professor Aymeric Lim

As Chief Executive Officer of the National University Hospital (NUH), Professor Lim leads a major tertiary and academic teaching centre in Singapore, integrating clinical care with research and innovation. Trained in orthopaedic and microsurgery, he has extensive experience in complex peripheral nerve and upper limb conditions. His work combines healthcare leadership, clinical innovation and a strong commitment to compassionate patient care.

Theatre 1

Reflections on the past and future of surgery

Professor Shafi Ahmed & Mr Tim Lane on behalf of the SURGERY Advisory Board

Exhibition Area

As the show draws to a close, join us for a relaxed reception a perfect opportunity to wind down, reflect on the day, and connect with fellow attendees faculty and partners.

The Future of The Surgeon Show | All Guests, Faculty, Partners & Advisory Board.

Theatre 2
Tomorrow’s Technology Today

MORNING SESSIONS

Frontline Innovation

These sessions explores the cutting edge of surgical innovation, from the national agenda to the frontlines of clinical technology. We begin with a keynote from NHS England’s innovation lead, on how to create the conditions for new ideas to thrive safely and at scale. We then move into practical discussions on how artificial intelligence is already influencing surgical decision-making, workflow, and patient outcomes, followed by a forward-looking panel on extended reality—from VR and holography to avatars and immersive surgical education. Across these sessions, the question is clear: how do we adopt, lead, and shape the technologies that are reshaping surgery itself?

Theatre 3

The Key to MedTech Success with Cambridge Consultants. A session featuring surgeon-innovators whose companies are at various stages on the innovation to commercialisation journey. Delivered with Cambridge Consultants over breakfast, it explores how surgical ideas are translated into scalable technologies and the process to bring them to market. Chair: Mr. Oliver Sowerby, Vice President MedTech Innovation, Cambridge Consultants.

Mr. Ali Haddad, CEO and Founder, XRlabs
Ms. Emily Mills, CEO and Co-founder, Cascade MedTech
Mr. Ash Kalraiya, CEO and Founder, Medishout
Ms. Terouz Pasha, Inaugural Innovation Fellow, London Institute of Healthcare Engineering & RCS Innovation Hub

Streamed from Theatre 1 (Also streamed to Theatre 3)

Professor Shafi Ahmed & Mr Tim Lane on behalf of the SURGERY Advisory Board

Streamed from Theatre 1 (Also streamed Theatre 3)

Drawing on global experience at the forefront of surgical innovation, Rafael Grossmann explores how the operating room is being redesigned; and why surgeons must lead the decisions shaping its future.

Dr. Rafael Grossmann

Dr. Grossmann is a practising surgeon and healthcare futurist, originally from Caracas, Venezuela. Trained in the United States he has developed a diverse practice encompassing general, trauma, advanced laparoscopic, and robotic surgery. His work focuses on the practical integration of technology into everyday surgical care, balancing innovation with empathy, safety, and clinical judgement.

Streamed from Theatre 1 (Also streamed Theatre 3)

A strategic view of how robotic surgery moves from early adoption to embedded standard practice, and the leadership decisions required to deliver safe, scalable, evidence-based services.

Professor Nikhil Vasdev

Professor Vasdev is a Consultant Urological Surgeon specialising in robotic urological oncology at the Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire Urological Cancer Centre. A nationally accredited robotic fellow, academic, and educator, his work focuses on surgical innovation, advanced intra-operative technologies, outcomes research, and improving quality of life for patients with urological cancer.

Theatre 2


Artificial intelligence and its practical application in surgery are brought into focus, highlighting how AI is augmenting decision-making, workflow efficiency, and patient safety across the care pathway.

Chair: Ms. Tamara Gall
Mr. Thomas Knox CEO, Vitvio
Mr. Bjoern Von Siemens Founder, Caresyntax
Professor Nader Francis The Griffin Institute, UCL

Theatre 2

Plenary 2b | Controlling Incisions – An Agile Device Innovation Journey with Team Consulting
An inside look at translating a clinical need into a viable surgical device through user-centred design and rapid iteration with an interdisciplinary team. Chair: Professor Shafi Ahmed

Ms. Lara Zaki, Senior Consultant, Team Consulting
Ms. Shweta Aggarwal, Barts Health NHS Trust

Theatre 2

Chair: Professor Shafi Ahmed

Dr. Zubin Daruwalla is a doctorpreneur, surgeon, futurist and with extensive experience across clinical practice, digital health and innovation as Health Industries Leader at PwC Singapore. Join as he reflects on a surgical career spanning Asia and the United States, exploring how different health systems, cultures, and expectations shape clinical practice and professional development.

Theatre 2

Immersive technologies move beyond simulation, extending surgical training, collaboration, and decision-making through virtual reality, holography, and avatars. Chair: Dr. Rafael Grossmann

Professor Jag Dhanda CEO, VRiMS
Mr. Joe Varrasso Founder, Kiedimi
Ms. Celia Riga Imperial College London
Dr. Danny Goel CEO, PrecisionOS

Theatre 3

Advanced electrosurgical and hybrid energy systems are examined through their principles, applications, and evolving role in the modern operating theatre. The session focuses on precision, tissue interaction, and seamless workflow integration across surgical specialties.

AFTERNOON SESSIONS

Commanding the Future: Surgical Leadership in a Changing NHS

As surgery evolves, technologically, organisationally, and politically—the role of the surgical leader is being redefined. This session gathers senior clinical leaders and leadership scholars to examine what it takes to lead effectively in today’s NHS. From managing high-stakes teams to navigating structural change and setting the tone for excellence, the discussion will focus on real-world lessons in influence, resilience, and strategic thinking. Whether building a service, a department, or a legacy, this is leadership beyond the scalpel.

Theatre 2

Plenary 5b | Leadership in Contemporary Surgical Practice

What it takes to lead surgical services at scale, balancing workforce, quality, innovation, performance, and accountability in an increasingly complex healthcare environment. Chair: Prof. Domenico Veneziano

Professor Fiona Myint Royal Free Hospital, London
Mr. Peter Gogalniceanu Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Trust
Professor Nora Colton Director, ULC Global Business School

Theatre 2

A series of tightly curated, time-limited spotlights on emerging surgical technologies, selected for their potential clinical and system-level impact.

Chairs: Mr. Josh Burke & Ms. Louise Glanvill (Impact Venture Capital)
Mr. Thomas Knox, Vitvio
Chief Executive Officer The Future of AI Powered Operating Rooms
Mr. Robert Masson, ExEx
Chief Executive Officer The World’s First Surgical Intelligence Platform
A. Professor Ed St. John, Concentric
Chief Medical Officer Easy, reassuring, digital consent
Dr. Shayan Vyas Quadrivia, AI
Chief Medical Officer AI Assistant by Clinicians, for Clinicians
Ms. Jennifer Cole, X-Biomedical Inc.
Chief Executive Officer Go-ScopeTM The Future is in sight
Mr. Moises Ramos, CLARO Surgical
Chief Executive Officer XR & AI for Orthopaedics
Dr. Maria Leiloglou, Enacuity
Chief Executive Officer AI-powered imaging from any surgical camera

Theatre 2

Keynote | Enabling Connected Surgery: The Role of 5G Infrastructure

A strategic discussion on how 5G infrastructure enables reliable, low-latency connectivity within and beyond the operating room, supporting robotics, imaging, data integration, and remote collaboration. Focused on infrastructure readiness, safety, and governance rather than technology hype.

Professor Yujia Gao

As an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, and a Consultant in Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgery, Professor Gao also serves as Assistant Group Chief Technology Officer at the National University Health System. He leads the clinical adoption of mixed reality and digital-twin technologies, bridging advanced surgery with health informatics to enhance precision, training and patient outcomes.

Theatre 2

A candid conversation with Professor Aymeric Lim reflecting on leadership, innovation, and decision-making across modern surgical practice. Drawing on experience at the interface of surgery, technology, and system change.

Professor Aymeric Lim

As Chief Executive Officer of the National University Hospital (NUH), Professor Lim leads a major tertiary and academic teaching centre in Singapore, integrating clinical care with research and innovation. Trained in orthopaedic and microsurgery, he has extensive experience in complex peripheral nerve and upper limb conditions. His work combines healthcare leadership, clinical innovation and a strong commitment to compassionate patient care.

Theatre 1

Reflections on the past and future of surgery

Professor Shafi Ahmed & Mr Tim Lane on behalf of the SURGERY Advisory Board

Exhibition Area

As the show draws to a close, join us for a relaxed reception a perfect opportunity to wind down, reflect on the day, and connect with fellow attendees faculty and partners.

The Future of The Surgeon Show | All Guests, Faculty, Partners & Advisory Board.

Introducing This Year’s Surgical Voices

Prof. Stella Vig
National Medical Director for Secondary Care in NHS England National Clinical Director for Elective Care

NHS leader in secondary and elective care, vascular surgeon, educator, transforming services, training, and patient outcomes.

Prof. Dan Stoyanov
Professor of Robot Vision, Co-Director of UCL Hawkes Institute, UCL Computer Science | Chief Scientist at Digital Technologies, Medtronic

UCL Professor advancing surgical AI, robotics, and computer vision, while founding multiple medtech companies.

Prof. Stefano Bini
Academic Surgeon, Sensor/AI researcher, Digital Orthopaedics Advocate, Technology advisor

Orthopaedic surgeon and UCSF Professor, leading innovation in arthritis, joint replacement, and medicine–technology integration.

Rafael Grossmann
General & Trauma Surgeon

International recognised general and trauma surgeon, pioneering disruptive digital health innovation to transform patient care worldwide.

Mark J Portou
Consultant vascular surgeon

Consultant Vascular Surgeon specialising in diabetic foot, limb ischaemia, wound healing, and advancing multidisciplinary vascular care.

Prof. Nikhil Vasdev
Professor and Chair of Robotic Surgery at the Hertfordshire Medical School

Cancer lead and global mentor, with 1,650+ robotic surgeries, 250 publications, and pioneering research in AI.

Niyati Lobo
Consultant Urologist and Robotic Surgeon

Specialist in bladder cancer, advancing robotic pelvic surgery, Fulbright Scholar, and leader in urology training.

Prof. Shafi Ahmed
Consultant Surgeon

Multi-award-winning surgeon, educator, and innovator using technology to teach millions globally, the world’s most-watched surgeon.

Nora Ann Colton
UCL Director of the UCL Global Business School for Health (GBSH)

Academic leader and health economist, founding UCL Global Business School for Health, transforming healthcare education and systems.

Thomas Knox
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, VitVio

CEO and founder driving AI innovations in surgical workflow, efficiency, documentation, and perioperative care orchestration.

Tamara Gall
Consultant Surgeon, Robotics, Digital technology, Innovation

General and Hepatobiliary Surgeon specialising in minimally invasive, robotic, and digital innovation to advance patient care.

Dr Peter Gogalniceanu
Transplant Surgeon, Healthcare Security Consultant, Fulbright Scholar

Transplant surgeon and Harvard Fulbright Scholar, driving healthcare security, crisis leadership and critical infrastructure protection.

Prof. Tas Qureshi
Consultant Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgeon University Hospitals Dorset

Pioneering laparoscopic and robotic surgeon, international trainer, humanitarian, and innovator advancing surgical education and care.

Prof. Fiona Myint
Consultant Vascular Surgeon


Professor of Surgery UCL
Co-director of the Harvard Surgical Leadership Program
Former Senior Vice-President RCS England.

Josh Burke
NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer

NIHR Clinical Lecturer and Chair, RCS England Commission on Technology-Enhanced Surgical Training.

Prof. Deena Harji
 Associate Professor & Consultant Robotic Surgeon

Robotic surgeon, Innovation Hub co-founder, MedTech advisor, entrepreneur, and global key opinion leader in digital surgery.

Tim Lane
Consultant Urologist & Robotic Surgeon

Former Court of Examiners Chair, past Annals and Urology News Editor-in-Chief, now Editor-in-Chief Surgery International.

Bjoern von Siemens
Caresyntax GmbH Founder, Managing Director

Founder of Caresyntax, a global healthcare leader driving innovation, equity, and investment through transformative technology.

Celia Riga
Head of School of Surgery London, NHS England

Consultant Vascular Surgeon & Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer Imperial College London

Speaker, medtech innovator and leader in surgical education.

Nahid Gul FRCOG
 Consultant Gynaecological Robotic & Laparoscopic Pelvic Surgeon

Influential leader, innovator, teacher and BIARGS president: Developed Robotic gynaecological curriculum, advancing surgical education worldwide.

Prof. Aymeric Lim
CEO of National University Hospital, Singapore

Distinguished Surgeon driving global surgical innovation and digital transformation.

Zubin J Daruwalla
Group Director, Clinical Advisory, NUHS Lead, Clinical Innovation Advisory, NUH  Senior Orthopaedic Resident Physician, NUH 

Healthcare leader blending clinical practice, innovation, digital transformation, and strategic advisory expertise to drive change.

Ryan Kerstein
Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Consultant Plastic Surgeon advancing surgical innovation, AI adoption, and real-world impact through research, leadership, and mentorship.

Prof. Jag Dhanda
Oral and Maxillofacial/Head and Neck Surgeon, Professor of Surgery and Extended Reality in Medicine and Surgery

Founder of VRiMS, delivering global extended reality surgical training to thousands, including UK, Europe, and Africa.

Maria Leiloglou
CEO of Enacuity

Vision to empower surgeons to provide improved outcomes for their patients through the first software-only hyperspectral imaging solution.

Lara Zaki
Senior FEI Innovation & Strategy Consultant, Team Consulting

Lara applies cognitive science to early medical device strategy, leading FemTech initiatives to reduce gender health bias.

Prof. Yujia Gao
Assistant Group Chief Technology Officer, National University Health System

Pioneers mixed reality, 5G, and digital-twin technologies to advance global surgical innovation and education worldwide.

Ekpemi Irune
Consultant Laryngology, Head & Neck, Thyroid and Robotic Surgeon

Specialist in complex and innovative surgery including the application of technology in surgery and training.

Robert L. Masson
Founder & CEO of eXeX

Neurosurgeon and biomedical engineer advancing Surgery Intelligence, and healthy longevity as Founder & CEO of eXeX, while pioneering data-driven optimisation of surgical mastery and patient recovery.

Danny Goel
Orthopaedic Surgeon, CEO & Founder of PrecisionOS, VR and Data Innovation Leader in Surgical Education

Transforming how surgeons learn through immersive virtual reality, AI, and data-driven experiential learning to advance surgical competency, decision-making, and safe patient care.

Jonathan Conta
Chief Marketing Officer, Moon Surgical

Med device commercial strategy leader with nearly two decades of experience in robotic-assisted surgery

Luke Hares
Chief Innovation Officer and co-founder of CMR, inventor of the Versius Surgical Robot

Responsible for the Versius concept, Luke is a physicist with practical multidisciplinary engineering skills developed over the past 20 years.

Shweta Aggarwal
Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Barts Health. Honorary Senior Lecturer QMUL

Inventor of a modular incision device for enhancing precision. NHS Clinical

Entrepreneur developing AI-assisted prehabilitation and longevity tools.

Stuart Skelton Moran
Vice President of Clinical Marketing, Cornerstone Robotics

Innovative MedTech leader with global startup, surgical robotics, and commercialisation success, driving accessibility and growth.

Katerina Spranger
CEO & Founder of Oxford Heartbeat, and a Royal Academy of Engineering Fellow

Drives Oxford Heartbeat’s precision navigation, bringing life saving technology into clinical practice.

Moises Ramos
Founder of CLARO Surgical

Bringing real-time AI/XR navigation to orthopaedic and trauma surgery.

A.Prof. Edward St John
Co-founder & Chief Medical Officer – Concentric Health

Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon & Honorary Associate Professor Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust & University of Portsmouth.

Terouz Pasha
Royal College of Surgeons of England

Inaugural Surgical Innovation Fellow at the College of Surgeons of England, building surgical innovation infrastructure.

Jennifer Cole
CEO of X-Biomedical

Pioneering digital surgical visualization with a voice-activated, AI-native AR smartglasses exoscope platform.

Tan Arulampalam
Consultant Surgeon, School of Medicine Anglia Ruskin University

President Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland.

Asif Chaudry
Robotic Cancer Surgeon, The Royal Marsden

International cancer surgeon and strategist pioneering robotic surgery, digital health, policy, and global healthcare innovation.

Prof. Domenico Veneziano
Urologist, and Surgical Educator, Bronxcare Health System, New York and Professor of Urology, Moscow State University (RU).

Internationally renowned surgical education leader pioneering digital training, curricula and simulators, delivering programmes and research.

Manios Dimitrakakis
CEO & Co-founder of Panda Surgical

Entrepreneur making minimally invasive neurosurgery safer, more effective, and more widely adopted.

Ash Kalraiya
Orthopaedic Surgeon

NHS trauma surgeon, educator, founded MediShout to fix hospital logistics using AI-powered reporting and prediction.

Ravi Shrestha
General Manager and Senior Director of the Global Healthcare IT Division at Canon Medical Systems Corporation, Japan

Lead global healthcare IT strategy and delivering commercial, clinical, operational, educational, technical go-to-market initiatives worldwide.

Joe Varrasso
Regional Director & Strategic Partnerships at apoQlar medical

Mixed Reality mentor, partner advisor, innovative business developer, and founding member of The Holomedicine Association.

Louise Glanvill
Impact Venture Capital Investor and Plastic Surgery Resident, London, UK

Involved in immediate management and reconstruction of cancer, burns and traumatic facial extremity injuries patients.

A. Prof Ryan Mathew
Neurosurgeon with brain tumour specialisation

Research interests span brain cancer, translational science, preclinical models, medical devices, surgical technologies, and immersive innovation.

Oliver Sowerby
Vice President of MedTech Innovation at Cambridge Consultants

Engineer and medtech developer, leading R&D, partnerships, and innovation connecting visionary clinicians with technology.

Prof. Nader Francis
Consultant colorectal surgeon, Yeovil District Hospital

Director of Training, The Griffin Institute, interest in education and minimal access surgery.

Prof. Bijen Patel
Founder of the Society of Surgical Simulation

Global leader in simulation-driven surgical education, building technology ecosystems to train surgeons and advance equitable global care.

Ali Haddad
Neurosurgeon, CEO and Founder of Xrlabs

Visionary healthcare technologist deliverING AI- and XR-powered solutions transforming surgery and emergency care. NHS Clinical Entrepreneur.

Dimitri Nepgodiev
Associate Professor & Consultant in Public Health Medicine, University of Birmingham, UK

Researching global surgery, emergency preparedness, health security, and sustainable, net-zero hospital systems.

Joseph Corrigan
Head of Technology, Cambridge Consultants

Grown AI capability into a world-leading consultancy, delivering rigorous development of multiple Class II/III medical products.

Leanne Ashrafian
Consultant Thoracic Surgeon and Honorary Senior Lecturer at both King’s College London and Imperial College London

Specialising in robotics, research, teaching, and leadership in cardiothoracic surgery.

Ritsaart van Montfrans
CEO at INCISION

Incision shares world-class surgical knowledge globally, partnering with leading surgeons to continuously improve patient outcomes.

Emily Mills
General Surgical Registrar

ASiT Vice President, Executive Committee; Women in Surgery Forum RCS; Driving innovation, medical devices, collaboration, widening participation.

Katharine Davies
Consultant Head and Neck/ Thyroid Surgeon Liverpool University Hospital NHS Trust

Specialising in thyroid pathology, clinical trials, digital resources, earlier diagnosis.

Shayan Vyas
Chief Medical Officer, Quadrivia AI

Executive healthcare leader and intensivist, pioneering telemedicine and scaling emerging technologies to improve patient care outcomes.

Prof. Alan Horgan
Clinical lead

Shelford Surgical Training in Assisted Robotic Technology (START) programme

The Surgeon Show | Advisory Panel

Supported by an esteemed international advisory panel, The Surgeon Show 2026 is composed of leading professionals in global surgery.

The panel’s expertise guides both the event’s educational content and speaker lineup ensuring surgical delegates access the very best and most impactful knowledge.

Rafael Grossmann
General & Trauma Surgeon

Internationally recognised general & trauma surgeon and disruptive digital health innovator.

Prof. Shafi Ahmed
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

Multi-award winning surgeon, teacher, futurist, innovator and entrepreneur. He is a 3x TEDx and an international keynote speaker and has delivered over 300 keynotes in 40 countries.

Josh Burke
NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer

Chair, Commission on The Future of Surgery: Technology Enhanced Surgical Training Royal College of Surgeons Of England.

Deena Harji
Associate Professor & Consultant Robotic Surgeon

Co-Founder and Head of Membership RCSEng Innovation Hub, Industry advisor to several major MedTech companies, KoL in robotic and digital surgery, Robotic entrepreneur.

Tim Lane
Consultant Urologist & Robotic Surgeon

Former Chair of the Court of Examiners and Editor-in-Chief of the Annals of the RCS England and of Urology News. He is currently Editor-in-Chief of Surgery International.

Tamara Gall
Consultant Surgeon, Robotics, Digital technology, Innovation

General and Hepatobiliary Surgeon specialising in minimally invasive techniques, with a focus on advancing surgical care through robotics and digital innovation. Committed to integrating the latest technology to improve outcomes and deliver exceptional patient care.

Prof. Stefano Bini
Academic Surgeon, Sensor/AI researcher, Digital Orthopaedics Advocate, Technology advisor

Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthritis and joint replacement. Maria Manetti Shrem Endowed Professor and Chief Technology Officer at UCSF, where he leads innovation at the intersection of medicine and technology.

CURATED CONTENT

We believe the quality of conversation depends on who’s in the room. Our attendees include:

  • Consultant Surgeons
  • NHS Management Teams in Surgery
  • Associate Specialists
  • Procurement
  • Surgical Innovators
  • Advisors and Strategists
  • Private Providers

Senior representatives from regulatory and funding bodies. Every attendee is kindly invited for their ability to influence, implement, or invest in the future of surgical care.

What To Expect at the surgeon show

Technology That Matters

Not demos—decisions.

We spotlight the tools changing the way you operate: robotics, VR & AR, advanced imaging, surgical AI, navigational surgery, wearables, and new devices. Get real insights into what’s coming, what works, and what’s worth your time (and budget).

The Big Picture

From NHS policy to private practice.

Sessions dive into the forces reshaping surgery: digital records, procurement strategy, new commissioning models, and the evolving role of the consultant. Whether you’re running a team, growing a service, or building a business, this is where the strategic conversation starts.

Leadership in the Real World

The surgeon beyond the scalpel.

Leadership is more than titles. We explore managing theatre teams, negotiating with execs, shaping culture, and building influence—plus sessions on private work, expert witness roles, and what it takes to thrive in today’s hybrid career landscape

This Event is Curated for Senior Surgical Leaders

The Surgeon Show is an exclusive forum designed to bring together the most experienced voices in surgical leadership—consultant surgeons, surgical directors, chief medical officers, and senior hospital executives shaping the future of surgery.

To ensure the highest value for all attendees, delegate places are reserved for those in senior leadership roles. If you are not sure whether this event is the right fit for your current position, we still welcome your interest and invite you to reach out to our team for a conversation.

We’re grateful for your engagement and appreciate your understanding as we work to maintain the event’s focus and value for all participants.

Headline Partner

About Darwin Group

Darwin Group solves healthcare estate problems by designing and building permanent grade On-Demand healthcare facilities, enabling trusts and organisations to deliver exceptional care.

As the healthcare estate specialists, we build clinical and non-clinical adaptable facilities that combat systemic pressures and eradicate the burden of future backlog maintenance across the health sector.

About SURGERY

Sharing unique insights and perspectives in the world of surgery. Delivering inspiring conversations with today’s surgical leaders from across the globe and inspiring the next generation.

SURGERY has been launched specifically to help develop a stronger voice for all surgical professionals and their multidisciplinary teams in perioperative care.

We do this by sharing a range of high-quality content, carefully curated by an expert team daily to inform, educate and empower millions of surgeons around the world.

Media Partner

The Surgeon Show Partners

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the companies supporting The Surgeon Show 2026. Your partnership and commitment to surgical innovation play a vital role in making this event possible.

GROUND-BREAKING
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

Tomorrow’s Theatre Today

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Digital Surgery

  • Virtual Reality

  • 3D Printing

  • Robotics

Tomorrow’s Technology Today

  • Surgical AI Navigation

  • Surgical Leadership
  • Surgical Innovations
  • Global Surgery
  • The Digital Surgeon

SURGEON SHOW NEWS

Concentric Health to showcase UK-leading digital consent platform at The Surgeon Show 2026

January 14, 2026

The Surgeon Show 2026 unveils high-impact scientific agenda for flagship London summit

January 14, 2026

Organa Brings Next-Generation Artificial Organs to The Surgeon Show 2026

January 14, 2026

AI Horizons: 2025 in Review

January 14, 2026

R2 Surgical to champion affordable access to Robotic Surgery at The Surgeon Show

January 14, 2026

VitVio to Showcase Cutting-Edge AI Platform at The Surgeon Show

January 14, 2026

Orascoptic to demonstrate precision loupe technology at The Surgeon Show

January 14, 2026

Darwin Group® announced as Headline Sponsor of The Surgeon Show 2026

January 14, 2026

Six ways to revitalise bedside encounters in the era of AI

January 14, 2026

AI gives surgeons an ‘extra pair of eyes’ during heart valve repair

January 14, 2026

AI could teach the next generation of surgeons

January 14, 2026

Incision to Showcase Perioperative Innovation at the Inaugural Surgeon Show

January 14, 2026

ModuleCo to Showcase Cutting-Edge Modular Healthcare Buildings at The Surgeon Show 2026

January 14, 2026

The Surgeon Show 2026 Announces Landmark Summit for the UK’s Surgical Leaders

January 14, 2026

SS Innovations debuts telesurgery with new surgeon console

January 14, 2026

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How to Find the Surgeon Show 2026

The Surgeon Show 2026 takes place at The Minster Building, an impressive venue in the heart of London’s bustling financial district. With its prime central location and excellent transport links, The Minster Building is the perfect setting for The Surgeon Show 2026.

Getting to the SURGEON Show

By Tube

Just a 5-minute walk from Bank Underground Station, offering access via the Central, Northern, Waterloo & City, and DLR lines.

 

By Train

Fenchurch Street (6 minutes on foot) and London Bridge (12 minutes on foot) provide excellent rail connections.

By Bus

Routes 15, 25, 133, and 344 stop within a short walk of the venue.

By Car

Public transport is recommended, but parking is available at NCP London Fenchurch Street and Tower Hill car parks.

By Tube
Just a 5-minute walk from Bank Underground Station, offering access via the Central, Northern, Waterloo & City, and DLR lines.

By Train
Fenchurch Street (6 minutes on foot) and London Bridge (12 minutes on foot) provide excellent rail connections.

By Bus
Routes 15, 25, 133, and 344 stop within a short walk of the venue.

By Car
Public transport is recommended, but parking is available at NCP London Fenchurch Street and Tower Hill car parks.

The Minster Building

THE SURGEON SHOW VENUE

The Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, City of London, LONDON EC3R 7AG

For industry participation options please contact:
Tel: +44 (0)7398 128 660
Email: andy@surgery.international