International Colorectal Research Summit (ICRS)

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	Alvaro GARCIA-GRANERO (Hospital Universitario Son Espases, Spain)
	Panelist [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Speaker [Young Surgeon Forum] NEXt generation COloREctal surgeons (NEX-CORE) Forum: Growing as a Next-Generation Colorectal Surgeon Impact of 3D-Based Preoperative Planning on R0 Resection in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer with Threatened Margins

	Antonio BRILLANTINO ("A. Cardarelli" Hospital, Naples, Italy)
	Speaker [Pelvic Floor Study Group] Treatment for Obstructive Defecation: Indication and How STARR Combined with Transverse Perineal Support

	Athur HARIKRISHNAN (Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, UK)
	Speaker [Global 4] Beyond Resection: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Outcomes in Rectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Decision-Making for Optimal Rectal Cancer Treatment

	Audrius DULSKAS (National Cancer Center, Lithuania)
	Speaker [Editorial Committee] ACP Forum What Topics Do Journals Want Today? Research Trends in Colorectal Surgery Speaker [Global 4] Beyond Resection: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Outcomes in Rectal Cancer Managing and Overcoming Low Anterior Resection Syndrome

	Byadran LKHAGVABAYAR (University of Mongolia, Mongolia)
	Speaker [Global 4] Beyond Resection: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Outcomes in Rectal Cancer Preventing Anastomotic Failure: Technical Strategies and Evidence-Based Decision-Making

	Dhatchai CHAROENSILAVATH (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
	Panelist [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Speaker [Young Surgeon Forum] NEXt generation COloREctal surgeons (NEX-CORE) Forum: Growing as a Next-Generation Colorectal Surgeon Training, Technology, and Teamwork: How Young Surgeons in Thailand Adapt to the New Era of Colorectal Cancer Care

	Eddy COTTE (Lyon-Sud Hospital, France)
	Speaker [Global 3] Global Perspectives on the Management of Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer French Intergroup Clinical Practice Guidelines for Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Speaker [Global 4] Beyond Resection: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Outcomes in Rectal Cancer Risk Stratification and Personalized Surgical Planning in Rectal Cancer

	George CHANG (MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA)
	Speaker [Global 3] Global Perspectives on the Management of Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer The American Perspective on Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Speaker [Colorectal Cancer Study Group] Evolving Strategies and Enduring Principles in Colorectal Cancer Management Is Radiotherapy Always Necessary?

	Hongwei YAO (Beijing Friendship Hospital, China)
	Speaker [Global 1] Advancing Surgical Quality: Systems, Metrics, and Education Multicenter Clinical Trials as a Platform for Quality Improvement: Standardization, Benchmarking, and Audit

	J. Joshua SMITH (MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Non-operative Management after cCR to TNT for Rectal Cancer Speaker [Totally Neoadjuvant Treatment] TNT in Rectal Cancer: Evidence, Selection, and Organ Preservation Organ Preservation After TNT: Selection, Surveillance, and Local Boost Options using ctDNA

	Jasneet Singh BHULLAR (Michigan State University, USA)
	Speaker [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention The Role of the Microbiota and Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in Surgical Outcomes Speaker [IBD Study Group] State-of-the-Art Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Early Surgery vs Biologics Era: Which Leads to Better Outcomes in CD

	Jia Lin NG (Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore)
	Panelist [Editorial Committee] ACP Forum

	Jin GU (Peking University, China)
	Chair [Korea-China-Japan Colorectal Cancer Symposium I]

	Kazushige KAWAI (Tokyo Metropolitan Cancer and Infectious Diseases Center, Komagome Hospital, Japan)
	Speaker [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters Getting Started with Intracorporeal Anastomosis in Colectomy: a Practical Stepwise Approach

	Keiichi TAKAHASHI (Grace Home Care Clinic Ito, Japan)
	Chair [Korea-China-Japan Colorectal Cancer Symposium II]

	Kinya OKAMOTO (Tokyo Yamate Medical Center, Japan)
	Speaker [Proctology Study Group] Complex Anal Fistula Pitfalls and Strategies for Overcoming Challenges in Complex Fistula

	Kirsten WILKINS (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, USA)
	Speaker [Global 1] Advancing Surgical Quality: Systems, Metrics, and Education Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a Catalyst for Enhancing Quality of Care Chair [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention

	Laura HANCOCK (Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Crohn’s Disease with Stricture: Indications and Timing for Resection Speaker [IBD Study Group] State-of-the-Art Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in IBD; What Surgeons Should Know

	Mariana BERHO (MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, USA)
	Panelist [Global 3] Global Perspectives on the Management of Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer

	Masayuki OHUE (Osaka International Cancer Institute, Japan)
	Chair [Korea-China-Japan Colorectal Cancer Symposium I]

	Najjia N MAHMOUD (Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, USA)
	Speaker [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention Optimizing Intraoperative Setup Before Wound Closure to Reduce Surgical Site Infection

	Pankaj GARG (Garg Fistula Research Institute, India)
	Speaker [Editorial Committee] ACP Forum Strengthening Peer Review: Quality, Speed, and Global Fairness

	Pasquale TALENTO (Pelvic Floor Center AUSL Reggio Emilia, Italy)
	Speaker [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Closing the “North–South” Gap in Italy through Standardization of UEMS Surgical Training Speaker [Editorial Committee] ACP Forum AI in Academic Publishing: Opportunity, Risk, and Where Journals Must Draw the Line Speaker [Pelvic Floor Study Group] Treatment for Obstructive Defecation: Indication and How Indications for Ventral Rectopexy for Constipation

	Ryosuke OKAMURA (Kyoto University, Japan)
	Speaker [Young Surgeon Forum] NEXt generation COloREctal surgeons (NEX-CORE) Forum: Growing as a Next-Generation Colorectal Surgeon Radiotherapy or Surgery First? Navigating Rectal Cancer Treatment as a Young Surgeon in Japan

	Satoka NASU (Women's Clinic Urawa, Japan)
	Speaker [Proctology Study Group] Complex Anal Fistula Anal Fistula in Women: Clinical Features and Surgical Management

	Simon CHU (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong)
	Speaker [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Overcoming Geographic Isolation and Centralizing Advanced Surgical Training Speaker [Colonoscopy Study Group] Advances in Therapeutic Colonoscopy Clinical Application of an Advanced Energy-Assisted Robotic Platform in Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection

	Simon NG (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong)
	Speaker [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters TAMIS : Lap vs Robotic

	Soichiro ISHIHARA (The University of Tokyo, Japan)
	Speaker [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Maintaining Surgical Mastery under Strict Labor and Duty-Hour Regulations Speaker [Global 3] Global Perspectives on the Management of Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer JSCP Clinical Practice Guidelines for Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer

	Steven D. WEXNER (MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, USA)
	Speaker [Colorectal Cancer Study Group] Evolving Strategies and Enduring Principles in Colorectal Cancer Management The Importance of Multidisciplinary Care of Rectal Cancer

	Toshiki MIMURA (Jichi Medical University Hospital, Japan)
	Chair [KSCP-JSCP 1] Which Procedure for Which Patient? (Video-based Presentation)

	Trine BORGLIT (Zealand University Hospital, Denmark)
	Speaker [Wound & Ostomy Study Group] Turning Waiting Time into Preparation Time: Patient-centered and “Hands on” Prehabilitation before Ostomy Surgery

	Wah Siew TAN (Surgical Associates, Singapore)
	Speaker [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters Do We Still Need the Scalpel? Laser Treatment for Pilonidal Sinus

	Yasumitsu HIRANO (Saitama Medical University International Medical Center, Japan)
	Speaker [KSCP-JSCP 2] Precision & Extent: The Evolving Standard of Colon Cancer Surgery Robotic Colon Cancer Surgery Using Various Type of Robotic Surgical System

	Yoshihisa SAIDA (Toho University Ohashi Medical Center, Japan)
	Chair [Korea-China-Japan Colorectal Cancer Symposium III]

	Yuji NISHIZAWA (National Cancer Center Hospital East, Japan)
	Speaker [KSCP-JSCP 1] Which Procedure for Which Patient? (Video-based Presentation) Physiologic Test to Treat Fecal Incontinence

	Zhengyang YANG (Capital Medical University, China)
	Speaker [Microbiome Study Group] Microbiome-Based Precision Therapeutic Strategies Gut Microbiome Model Predicts Response to Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy Plus Chemoradiotherapy in Rectal Cancer

Domestic

	Jung Myun KWAK (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker [Global 3] Global Perspectives on the Management of Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer KSCP Clinical Practice Guidelines for Mid-to-Low Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer

	Jihoi KOO (Songdo General Surgery, Korea)
	Speaker [KSCP-JSCP 1] Which Procedure for Which Patient? (Video-based Presentation) Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy: Korean Style

	Sun Jung KIM (Ajou University, Korea)
	Speaker [Global 2] Training and Education for Colorectal Fellows Colorectal Fellow Training Plan in Response to Changing Training Environments in Korea

	Young Il KIM (University of Ulsan, Korea)
	Speaker [Totally Neoadjuvant Treatment] TNT in Rectal Cancer: Evidence, Selection, and Organ Preservation TNT for Rectal Cancer: Recent Key Trials and Long-term Results

	Eun Soo KIM (Kyungpook National University, Korea)
	Speaker [IBD Study Group] State-of-the-Art Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Acute Severe UC: Current Medical Strategies and Challenges

	In Kyeong KIM (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy] Colonoscopy-related Complications Sedation- and Bowel Preparation–Related Complications

	Ji Hoon KIM (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea)
	Speaker [Hernia] Groin & Ventral Hernia: Current Perspectives Prevention of Incisional Hernia after Colorectal Surgery

	Jin KIM (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters Pelvic Exenteration for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer: Step-by-Step Technique and Key Pearls

	Ho Il KIM (Hansarang Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy] Colonoscopy-related Complications Early Management of Immediate Perforation after Colonoscopy

	Gyoung Tae NOH (Ewha Womans University, Korea)
	Speaker [MIS Study Group] Advancing Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery: From Innovative Techniques to Smart Technologies TAMIS after Neoadjuvant Therapy: Technical Considerations and Expanding Indications

	Sang Hui MOON (National Cancer Center, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy] Colonoscopy-related Complications Residual vs. Recurrent Lesions after Polypectomy and Surveillance

	Byung Soh MIN (Yonsei University, Korea)
	Speaker [KSCP-JSCP 2] Precision & Extent: The Evolving Standard of Colon Cancer Surgery Laparoscopic Approach for T4 Colon Cancer Revisited

	Man Woo PARK (Koo Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Surgical Strategy for Bilateral or Recurrent Inguinal Hernia

	Sung Sil PARK (Hanyang University, Korea)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Surgical Strategy for Rectal NETs

	Eun Jung PARK (University of Ulsan, Korea)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Surgical Strategy for Ruptured Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms: Timing and Extent

	Ji Won PARK (Seoul National University, Korea)
	Speaker [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention The Real-World Landscape of Postoperative Complications in Korea: Insights from National Registry Data

	Hyunmi PARK (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker [Global 1] Advancing Surgical Quality: Systems, Metrics, and Education Surgical Education and Quality Assurance: Building a Sustainable Framework for Excellence

	Hyunsuk PARK (Severance Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Wound & Ostomy Study Group] Outcomes of a Home-Based Ostomy Care Program

	Sung Uk BAE (Keimyung University, Korea)
	Speaker [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters Fundamental Tips for Using Articulating Device

	Nak Song SUNG (Konyang University, Korea)
	Speaker [Chemotherapy Study Group] RLM Management from Colorectal Surgeon's Perspective: Comprehensive Approach When Should We Operate in Resectable CRLM? Neoadjuvant vs. Upfront Surgery

	Rumi SHIN (Seoul National University, Korea)
	Speaker [KSCP-JSCP 2] Precision & Extent: The Evolving Standard of Colon Cancer Surgery T1 Colon Cancer Treatment Strategy after EMR or ESD

	Jeongshin AN (Ewha Womans University, Korea)
	Speaker [Microbiome Study Group] Microbiome-Based Precision Therapeutic Strategies The Gut Microbiome as a Key Player in Cancer

	Jong-Sung AHN (National Cancer Center, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy Study Group] Advances in Therapeutic Colonoscopy Nomogram-based Risk Prediction for T1 Cancer after Endoscopic Resection

	In Jun YANG (Chungnam National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Young Surgeon Forum] NEXt generation COloREctal surgeons (NEX-CORE) Forum: Growing as a Next-Generation Colorectal Surgeon Surviving and Growing as a Young Colorectal Surgeon in Korea: Between Emergencies and Innovation

	Heung-Kwon OH (Seoul National University, Korea)
	Speaker Gold Ribbon Campaign [KOR] 대장암, 일찍 찾으면 오래 산다

	Nina YOO (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea)
	Speaker [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention Implementing an SSI Prevention Bundle in Colorectal Cancer Surgery

	Hyo Seon RYU (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker [IBD Study Group] State-of-the-Art Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Acute Severe UC: Surgical Rescue Strategies and Optimal Timing

	Yong Sik YOON (University of Ulsan, Korea)
	Speaker [Proctology Study Group] Complex Anal Fistula Integrated Approach to Crohn's-related Fistula: Harmonizing Medical and Surgical Management

	Kyung-Ha LEE (Chungnam National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Chemotherapy Study Group] RLM Management from Colorectal Surgeon's Perspective: Comprehensive Approach Conversion Therapy for Initially Unresectable CRLM: Surgical Timing and Strategy

	Gwan Chul LEE (Hansol Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Hernia] Groin & Ventral Hernia: Current Perspectives MIS for Recurrent Inguinal Hernia

	Sun Il LEE (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker Gold Ribbon Campaign [KOR] 2028년 대장내시경 국가검진 도입과 대한 대장항문학회의 여정

	Soo Young LEE (Chonnam National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Global 4] Beyond Resection: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Outcomes in Rectal Cancer Prehabilitation in Patients with Colorectal Cancer

	Seoungkyou LEE (Korea University, Korea)
	Speaker [MIS Study Group] Advancing Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery: From Innovative Techniques to Smart Technologies The Rise of Autonomous Robotics: From Human Control to Surgical Co-pilot

	Eun-Jung LEE (Gibbeum Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy Study Group] Advances in Therapeutic Colonoscopy Why Do We Miss Sessile Serrated Lesions?

	Jaeim LEE (Catholic Kwandong University, Korea)
	Speaker [Hernia] Groin & Ventral Hernia: Current Perspectives Robotic-assisted Ventral Hernia Repair

	Chul Seung LEE (Hansol Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Pelvic Floor Study Group] Treatment for Obstructive Defecation: Indication and How Rectocele: Perineal Repair vs. Ventral Rectopexy

	Ho Jin LEE (Seoul National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Colorectal Cancer Study Group] Evolving Strategies and Enduring Principles in Colorectal Cancer Management Implementation of ERAS Program in Colorectal Cancer Surgery

	Young Min JEON (Seoul Song Do Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Proctology Study Group] Complex Anal Fistula Anatomical and Radiological Insights into Anal Fistulas: A Guide for Successful Surgery

	Inseon JEON (Pusan National University Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Wound & Ostomy Study Group] Practical Management of Peristomal Wounds in Urostomy and Ostomy Patients

	Kyung Uk JUNG (Sungkyunkwan University, Korea)
	Speaker [Editorial Committee] ACP Forum ACP in the Global Landscape: Metrics, Milestones, and What Comes Next

	SungYup JOUNG (Daehang Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy] Colonoscopy-related Complications Post-polypectomy Bleeding: Risk Factors and Treatment

	Seung Kyu JEONG (Seoul Yang Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Colonoscopy Study Group] Advances in Therapeutic Colonoscopy Tips and Tricks in Endoscopic Reconstruction of Large Colorectal Polyps

	Seung-Yong JEONG (Seoul National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Totally Neoadjuvant Treatment] TNT in Rectal Cancer: Evidence, Selection, and Organ Preservation Tailoring TNT Strategies for Rectal Cancer with MDT

	Hye Jung CHO (Yonsei University, Korea)
	Speaker [MIS Study Group] Advancing Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery: From Innovative Techniques to Smart Technologies Innovative Access Techniques in Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery

	Dae Hee PYO (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea)
	Speaker Gold Ribbon Campaign [KOR] 대장암 예방을 위한 운동 전략과 수술 후 맞춤형 신체 회복 솔루션

	Gi Won HA (Jeonbuk National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Core Subjects] All about Colorectal Diseases Recurrent or Complicated Diverticulitis: Surgical Timing and Extent

	Ji-Won HUH (Chungnam National University, Korea)
	Speaker [Microbiome Study Group] Microbiome-Based Precision Therapeutic Strategies TBD

	Keehoon HYUN (Seoul Song Do Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Pelvic Floor Study Group] Treatment for Obstructive Defecation: Indication and How Non-relaxing Puborectalis Syndrome

	Youngki HONG (National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Korea)
	Speaker [Wound & Ostomy Study Group] Principles of Wound Management and Modern Strategies to Prevent Surgical Site Infection in Abdominal / Colorectal Surgery

	Joohyun HONG (National Cancer Center, Korea)
	Speaker [Colorectal Cancer Study Group] Evolving Strategies and Enduring Principles in Colorectal Cancer Management Aspirin and other Chemoprevention in Colorectal Cancer: Who, When, and How

	Minho HWANG (DGIST, Korea)
	Speaker [MIS Study Group] Advancing Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery: From Innovative Techniques to Smart Technologies Beyond Rigid Instruments: Flexible Robotics and Visual Intelligence for Minimally Invasive Surgery