Hosted at Leiden’s iconic 16th-century Academy Building, the programme combines concise presentations, in-depth discussions, and ample networking opportunities, designed to spark collaboration and translate new ideas into action. The preconference day introduces key concepts and the newest insights in resilient health care.

Deadlines
Early bird registration closes: April 30, 2026, 23:59 CEST
Regular registration closes: July 15, 2026, 23:59 CEST

Registration fees are exempt from Dutch VAT.

*Student rate is available for medical students, PhD-students and clinicians in training during the 2025-2026 academic year. If you register as a student, a scan of your student pass will have to be submitted to boerhaavenascholing@lumc.nl. Incomplete registration will not be considered. The discount applies only to the main conference and not to the preconference.

Included in the registration fee

+ Access to all meeting sessions
+ Conference programme and materials
+ Hotel accommodation for 3 nights (Sunday, August 16 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026)
+ Breakfast at the hotel, coffee breaks, lunches and dinners
+ Social programme
+ Preconference dinner
- Please note that access to the preconference requires a separate registration.

Letter of invitation
A letter of invitation can be requested during the registration process. Such an invitation is intended to help potential participants raise travel funds or obtain a visa. It is not a commitment on the part of the congress to provide any financial support.

Registration Cancellation Policy
Unpaid registrations will be canceled at the end of the rate availability period and automatically adjusted to the new applicable rate without further notice.

Please note that upon registration, you agree to our Terms and Conditions, including the stated cancellation policy. Administration fees may be charged upon cancellation.

PROGRAMME

Visit this link to view the Preconference and Main Conference programme.

Conference Organising Committee

• Jaap Hamming, MD, PhD, Prof. Emer., LUMC, Leiden
• Marit de Vos, MD, PhD, LUMC, Leiden
• Anja Brunsveld, PhD, RN, LUMC, Leiden
• Leontine den Dijker, MSc, LUMC, Leiden

 

RHCS Executive Committee

• Kazue Nakajima (Chairperson)
• Carl Horsley (Secretary)
• Axel Ros (Treasurer)
• Mary Patterson (Member-at-Large)
• Siri Wiig (Member-at-Large)
• Tarcisio Abreu Saurin (Member-at-Large)
• Takeru Abe (Executive Assistant)
• Inger Johanne Bergerød (Executive Assistant)

Academy Building