Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is with great pride and excitement that we warmly invite you to the 23rd EuGMS Congress, which will take place in the historic city of Florence, Italy, from September 22th to 24th, 2027. Building upon the success of our 2026 congress in Lille, we look forward to gathering again to share cutting-edge science, advance clinical practice, and strengthen our international community dedicated to geriatric medicine.

The theme for the 2027 Congress, “Improving prevention and care in an ageing society”, addresses one of the most pressing priorities of modern healthcare. As populations age worldwide, optimizing prevention strategies and refining care pathways are fundamental to maintaining functional independence, delaying the onset of frailty, and ensuring the highest quality of life for all older adults. This year’s theme emphasizes a holistic continuum—from proactive health promotion and early risk detection to complex, personalized clinical management – and the essential involvement of all members of the interdisciplinary team to improve the health and care of older people.

Together with our colleagues from the Italian Local Organizing Committee, the EuGMS Academic Board is preparing a rich and multidisciplinary scientific program. Designed for clinicians, clinical scientists, trainees, allied health professionals, educators, and health service researchers, the congress will showcase state-of-the-art lectures, interactive workshops, and oral and poster communications, to highlight the newest evidence from clinical trials, epidemiological studies, qualitative research and more. Key discussions will explore innovative preventive interventions, the integration of digital health and technology, personalized medicine, and adaptive care models in hospitals and community settings, tailored to modern societal needs.

We proudly continue our commitment to supporting early-career professionals, offering doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and researchers interested in caring for older people an unmatched platform to present their work, exchange ideas, and build lasting professional networks.

In alignment with the EuGMS ‘Going Green’ initiative, we remain deeply committed to environmental sustainability. The Florence congress will use eco-friendly hospitality practices and digital tools—including interactive apps and digital poster presentations—to minimise our ecological footprint while fostering an engaging, interactive learning environment.

WHY FLORENCE? As the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence provides a deeply symbolic backdrop for discussions on societal evolution, health, and human longevity. Florence is also the birthplace of Italian geriatrics, which was founded here in 1950 and continues to host the headquarters of the Società Italiana di Gerontologia e Geriatria (SIGG), which, in partnership with Società Italiana di Geriatria Ospedale e Territorio (SIGOT), is delighted to welcome you to Italy. Renowned for its extraordinary art, architecture, and rich medical heritage, Florence offers a warm and welcoming setting for collaborative exchange. The congress venue is modern, comfortable, and highly accessible via Florence Airport (FLR), international rail networks, and major European travel hubs.

Beyond the scientific sessions, Florence invites you to reconnect with old friends and colleagues, forge new interdisciplinary partnerships, and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality and culture.

Whether you are a long-standing member of the EuGMS family or joining us for the very first time, we look forward to welcoming you to Florence for an unforgettable and inspiring event that will help shape the future of prevention and care for all those living and working in our ageing society.

Please ‘save the date’ and join us in Florence, Italy, September 22nd-24th 2027!

With warm regards,

Firenze Fiera
Piazza Adua, 1 • 50123 Firenze • Italy