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VASCERN Days 2026
The Marfan Foundation will host the Fifth Annual Spanish-Language Summit on Saturday, 24 January 2026, from 16:00 to 18:30 (Central European Time). This free virtual event provides education, medical guidance, and community support for people affected by Marfan syndrome, Loeys-Dietz syndrome (LDS), Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS), and related connective tissue conditions.
All presentations will be delivered entirely in Spanish, making this summit one of the most accessible global events for Spanish-speaking patients and families across Spain, Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond.
Participants will learn about:
- Advances in research on Marfan, LDS, and vEDS
- Genetics and family planning
- Daily life with connective tissue conditions
- How to access specialised care in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Argentina
International panel of experts
This year’s spanish-language summit brings together medical specialists from across Europe, Latin America, and the United States will present at the summit. The panel includes two VASCERN members:
- Dr. Laura Muiño Mosquera, Ghent University Hospital, Belgium
- Dr. Gisela Teixidó i Turà, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, Spain
Other featured speakers represent Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, and the United States, offering regional guidance on how to navigate healthcare systems and obtain high-quality care.
How to join
The spanish-language summit is fully virtual and open to participants worldwide. A Zoom link will be provided after registration.
Register here: Spanish Language Summit – Marfan Foundation