SurgTech 2026 — annual conference for surgical innovation and digital technologies

SurgTech 2026 is the annual conference hosted by the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Accelerated Surgical Care. The event connects innovators, clinicians, academics and industry partners to shape the future of surgical care, with a strong focus on minimally invasive therapies, digital technologies and AI-enabled surgical innovation.

Key themes include:
• Early diagnosis and personalised surgical care
• Minimally invasive therapies and extended realities (VR/AR in surgery)
• Assisted healing and rehabilitation technologies
• Timely clinical and economic evaluation of surgical innovations
• Sustainability and NHS Net Carbon Zero in surgical pathways

The conference offers networking, showcase opportunities and access to NIHR funding pathways for surgical technology developers.

Date: Autumn 2026 (exact date TBC — check website for updates)
Location: TBC (likely Leeds or Manchester)
Organiser: NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Accelerated Surgical Care