Welcome Reception, Champions League & SGC-Event
The SCS - SWISS COLLEGE OF SURGEONS ANNUAL MEETING 2025 will be officially opened with the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, at 17.30.
Following the Welcome Reception, we are pleased to ring in the congress after the Champions League.
Then, the SGC invites you to meet friends, senior physicians, mentors, etc. for networking and conversation in an casual and cozy environment. Drinks and food will be generously offered by the SCS and the SGC.
Location
SwissTech Convention Center (EPFL)
Time of day
17.30 - 18.30: Welcome Reception
18.30 - 20:00: Champions League
20:00 - 22:00: SGC-Event
Costs
Participation in the Welcome Reception and the SGC event are included in the congress fee.
The Champions League takes place on Wednesday at 18.30 in the Auditorium and will be the opening session of this year’s Annual Meeting.
The Champions League is followed by the SGC-Event. All participants are highly encouraged to arrive in Lausanne on Wednesday and participate in one of the many highlights of the congress.
SCS Run
On Thursday, 22 May 2025, we will meet at 06:30 at the main entrance of the SwissTech Convention Center for the SCS RUN. We will start the day together with a light run. All levels of runners are welcome.
Trainers
Lorenz Ineichen / Gilles Nève
Distance
Approximately 6.0 km
Place, date and time
Thursday, 22 May 22 2025, 06:30
Costs
Participation in the run is free of charge.
Surgeons' Night
We are delighted to invite you to the SCS Surgeons’ Night 2025 in Lausanne, an evening of celebration, inspiration, and camaraderie. The event takes place at the stunning Olympic Museum, where we’ll immerse ourselves in the rich history of both the ancient and modern Olympic Games.
18:00: The Olympic Museum opens its doors exclusively to guests of the Surgeons’ Night. Step into the world of Olympism and let the spirit of the Games inspire you as you explore fascinating exhibits and remarkable stories from Olympic history.
19:30: We will gather for a Welcome Drink, where we will have the honor of presenting awards to this year’s winners. With great pride and applause, we will recognize their outstanding achievements — “Honor to whom honor is due.“
20:30: Indulge in a delicious Seated and Standing Dinner, accompanied by breathtaking views of Lake Geneva. Take this opportunity to engage in stimulating conversations with colleagues, all while enjoying a culinary experience that promises to delight your senses. As the night continues, get ready for an unforgettable party. The DJ will take the stage, spinning the perfect mix of songs and beats to keep the energy high and the dance floor moving well into the early hours.
We look forward to sharing this special evening with you. It promises to be a memorable night of celebration, inspiration, and fun.
