2026 Global Surgery Student Alliance National Conference

Attend the 2026 Global Surgery Student Alliance National Conference, scheduled on 11th April 2026, in Washington, US.  This convention specialises in the theme Becoming a Global Surgeon, aiming to help students and trainees discover professional pathways in global surgery and international health. Throughout the event, members will listen to clinicians, educators, and worldwide health leaders who provide insights on topics such as surgical education, humanitarian clinical missions, global healthcare partnerships, and surgical care in conflict zones. The conference additionally includes panel discussions, networking opportunities with NGOs and nonprofit groups running in international surgery, and a research symposium in which college students can present and discuss their work. Overall, the event is designed to inspire and guide the next generation of healthcare experts interested in improving access to surgical care internationally.

Organized By

The Global Surgery Student Alliance (GSSA) is a student-led organization that brings together medical students and trainees who are interested in global surgery and improving healthcare access worldwide

Event Highlights

• The conference theme is Becoming a Global Surgeon.
• It provides practical, realistic pathways into global surgery.
• Shows how surgeons engage in global work across specialties, career stages, and settings.
• Helps participants connect their interests, skills, and values to meaningful global impact.

What You Will Learn

• Education and the development of capacity
• Medical missions and humanitarian help
• Long-term global collaborations
• International speakers providing surgical care in war areas

Why Attend?

• Panels highlight diverse career paths in global surgery.
• In-person and virtual booth fairs will feature NGOs and nonprofit organizations.
• Students can connect with organizations and learn how to get involved.
• A Global Surgery Research Symposium will be held with open abstract submissions for students and trainees.
• The conference helps attendees explore or advance a career in global surgery.

The 2026 Global Surgery Student Alliance National Conference helps students explore global surgery, connect with experts, and expand access to surgical care.