Welcome Letter

Welcome Letter

Dear Colleagues, Friends, and Partners,

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for the 57th ESPGHAN Annual Meeting from May 14–17, 2025, in Helsinki, Finland—a vibrant city that will provide the perfect backdrop for connecting, learning, and advancing our shared mission.

We have curated an exceptional scientific programme for ESPGHAN 2025, featuring the latest research, hands-on workshops, clinical sessions, and interactive learning opportunities. We are also particularly excited to strengthen our ties with our partner societies – Asian Pan-Pacific Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (AAPSPGHAN), European Reference Network for Rare Inherited and Congenital (digestive gastrointestinal) Anomalies (ERNICA)/European Paediatric Surgeons’ Association (EUPSA), European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE), European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EACCI) and the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) – each of which will host dedicated sessions that promise to broaden our horizons and spark new ideas.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to our community, the ESPGHAN Annual Meeting will offer invaluable opportunities to share insights, spark collaborations, reconnect with longtime friends and colleagues, and engage with patients’ families and industry leaders who contribute to the future of our work.

It’s more than just an event—it’s a cornerstone of our shared field, that brings together the brightest minds in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. And you can be a part of it!

We look forward to welcoming you to Helsinki and continuing our shared mission: “Advancing Excellence in Paediatric Healthcare Globally”, together!

Sincerely,

Ulrich Baumann

ESPGHAN Society President

Kaija-Leena Kolho

2025 Annual Meeting Chair

Amit Assa

Scientific Committee Chair