Welcome to APDW 2026 Manila

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of the Philippine Society of Gastroenterology, the Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy, and the Hepatology Society of the Philippines, it is my distinct honour and privilege to welcome you to the Asian Pacific Digestive Week 2026 — coming home to Manila.

APDW 2026 marks a proud milestone for the Philippines. For the first time in APDW history, three Philippine medical societies have united to co-host this prestigious congress — bringing together gastroenterology, hepatology, and digestive endoscopy under one roof, and one shared mission. This unprecedented collaboration reflects not only the strength and maturity of our local medical community, but our collective ambition to lead digestive medicine across the Asia-Pacific.

The Philippines last hosted APDW in 2009. Much has changed since then — in our science, our technology, and our region. The burden of digestive disease continues to grow across Asia-Pacific, and the urgency for advances in clinical practice, translational research, and multidisciplinary care has never been greater. APDW 2026 Manila answers that call.

Our scientific programme — themed "Advancing Practice in Digestive Wellness in Asia-Pacific" — brings together world-class faculty across five days of plenary lectures, focused symposia, hands-on endoscopy workshops, live demonstrations, and a competitive abstract programme. Whether you are an established clinician, an emerging researcher, a trainee, or an industry partner, there is a place for you here.

And of course, there is Manila itself. Our city offers the warmth, energy, and hospitality that only the Philippines can provide — a congress experience that is as enriching personally as it is professionally.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Philippine International Convention Center from 24 to 28 November 2026.

You GUT to Be Here!

Ian Homer Y. Cua, MD

Congress Chairperson, APDW 2026 Manila

President