6th International Congress on Maternal Hemodynamics
We are pleased to announce the Sixth International Congress on Maternal Hemodynamics, taking place from 18-21 March 2026 at the Kava Conference Centre in Antwerp. This event will bring together an interdisciplinary group of professionals including cardiologists, obstetricians, fetal medicine specialists, anaesthesiologists, midwives, and anyone with a keen interest in vascular physiology.
We are pleased to announce the Sixth International Congress on Maternal Hemodynamics, taking place from 18-21 March 2026 at the Kava Conference Centre in Antwerp. This event will bring together a truly interdisciplinary group of professionals including cardiologists, obstetricians, fetal medicine specialists, anesthesiologists, midwives, and anyone with a keen interest in vascular physiology.
Maternal conditions such as pre-eclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and placental syndromes are rooted in complex vascular and cardiac dysfunction. This congress offers a unique platform to explore how these conditions impact clinical outcomes and management, translating maternal physiology into actionable strategies for healthcare.
The emphasis will be on emerging researchers and innovative concepts in maternal hemodynamics, with dedicated sessions that highlight cutting-edge research and its clinical applications. Workshops will provide an exceptional opportunity for hands-on learning, with expert-led demonstrations of the latest techniques.
The intimate setting of the congress, will foster meaningful networking opportunities, encouraging collaboration between established researchers and newcomers in the field.
We look forward to welcoming you to Antwerp for what promises to be an inspiring and dynamic exchange of ideas in the field of maternal health.
Practical
Dates:
Wednesday 18 March – Friday 21 March 2026
Venue:
KAVA Congrescentrum
Consciencestraat 41
2018 Antwerp, Belgium
Target Audience:
Cardiologists
Obstetricians
Fetal medicine specialists
Anesthesiologists
Midwives
Researchers in maternal-fetal health and vascular physiology
Healthcare professionals with an interest in maternal cardiovascular adaptation
Expected Attendance:
Approximately 250 participants
Language:
The congress will be conducted in English.
Accommodation:
Several hotels are located near the venue, offering special rates for congress participants.
Abstract Submission:
Details and deadlines for abstract submission will be announced shortly.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
A range of sponsorship and exhibition packages is available to suit your needs. Custom packages can be arranged upon request. Contact events@uza.be for more info.
Preliminary Programme
We are delighted to announce the main topics that will be discussed at our upcoming congress, scheduled for March 18-21, 2026, in Antwerp.
While the final program and speaker list are still being finalized, we can already share the key subjects and thematic sessions that will form the core of the event:
🔹 Precongress Workshops – Practical, hands-on training sessions
🔹 Maternal Brain Function – Cognitive outcomes after preeclampsia
🔹 Long-term Cardiovascular Health – Impact on mothers and their offspring
🔹 Tailored Therapies – Multidisciplinary approaches for maternal cardiac conditions
🔹 Hemodynamics in Preconception and Infertility – Exploring vascular health before pregnancy
🔹 Maternal-Fetal Hemodynamics – Understanding the interaction between maternal and fetal circulation
🔹 Cardiology and Pregnancy – Management of hypertension, congenital conditions, valvulopathies, arrhythmias, and heart failure in pregnancy
🔹 Prevention of Chronic Cardiovascular Disease – Lifelong health strategies for mother and child
🔹 Abstract Sessions – Featuring cutting-edge research and clinical innovations
IWGMH
- Jérome Cornette
- John Cockcroft
- Hans Duvekot
- Enrico Ferrazzi
- Chahinda Ghossein-Doha
- Wilfried Gyselaers
- Asma Khalil
- Christoph Lees
- Dominique Mannaerts
- Carmel McEniery
- Marc Spaanderman
- Basky Thilaganathan
- Herbert Valensise
- Ian Wilkinson