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The World Hospital Congress of the International Hospital Federation (IHF) dates back to 1929, when it was first held in Atlantic City, USA as a biennial event. Since 2015 it has been held annually across the globe.
The Congress is a unique global forum connecting leaders and decision-makers of hospitals, health services and healthcare organizations to:
- share knowledge and good practices in leadership, management and service delivery
- exchange new ideas and innovations
- network with other senior executives from across the international healthcare community.
IHF member organizations have various opportunities to showcase their accomplishments throughout Congress. The delegate makeup reflects the IHF membership which spans more than 60 countries. It is a one-stop shop for those seeking the opportunity and environment in which to engage in a 360-degree learning and networking experience with global peers.
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The 46th IHF World Hospital Congress is being co-hosted by the IHF and the Portuguese Consortium on 25 - 27 October 2023 at the Lisbon Congress Centre in Portugal with pre-congress activities on the 23rd and 24th.
The International Hospital Federation
Established in 1929, the IHF is a global not-for-profit, non-governmental membership organization. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, it is the global voice of hospitals and health systems. The IHF provides its members with a platform for knowledge exchange and networking with different actors in the health sector, to improve the standard, quality, and level of service delivery.
The IHF recognizes the essential role of hospitals and healthcare organizations in providing healthcare, supporting health services and offering education. Its role is to help hospitals work towards improving the level of the services they deliver to the population with the primary goal of improving the health of society.
Organized by the IHF with a distinguished consortium of Portuguese healthcare organizations composed of:
Key Information
1st Quarter
- Abstract submission opens - 18 January
- Sponsorship opportunities released
- Delegate registrations opens - 20 March
- Programme outline released
- Keynote speakers announced
- IHF Awards submission opens
2nd Quarter
- Abstract deadline - 21 April
3rd Quarter
- Early bird registration rate deadline - 31 July
4th Quarter
- Pre-congress activities – 23 and 24 October
- World Hospital Congress - 25 – 27 October
About the
destination
The IHF is excited to welcome you back to Europe in Lisbon, a city full of authenticity where old customs and ancient history intermix with cultural entertainment and hi-tech innovation. Lisbon is famous for its hospitality and the family-like way it welcomes visitors.
About the
venue
The 2023 Congress is taking place at the Lisbon Congress Centre (CCL), one of Portugal’s finest congress centres. CCL is located close to the river Tagus and the historical and cultural area of Belem, just a few minutes from the city centre, in a prime area with a vast transport supply.
The venue has the latest congress technologies and is designed to provide an outstanding and memorable visit for all attendees.