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Date(s)
25 Sep 2025 - 26 Sep 2025
Location
Prague, Czechia
Meeting type
Hybrid
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9th Central and Eastern European Meeting on Viral Hepatitis and HIV 2025

Overview
What's New?
About this Program

It is our great pleasure to invite you to participate in the 9th Central and Eastern European Meeting on Viral Hepatitis and HIV (CEE 2025). Great strides have been made in the treatment of HIV and Viral Hepatitis, but major challenges in recent years including the COVID-19 pandemic as well as military conflicts have severely impacted services in the CEE region. There is now a great need to share lessons learned from this crisis. More than ever, we must work together to get the HIV and hepatitis response back on track and move towards the elimination of HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis as a global public health threat. Strong cooperation between clinicians, scientists, community organizations, public health agencies, academic institutions, and industry will be crucial if we are to succeed.

This independent program was initiated in 2014 and has since been further developed by regional and international key opinion leaders for the medical and scientific community in Eastern and Central European countries. Given the rapid advancements in the treatment of HIV and viral hepatitis, clinicians and scientists must stay informed about and discuss the upcoming region-specific challenges.

Program Chairs
General Information 
Who Should Attend?
The target audience of this meeting consists of healthcare professionals involved in daily care for HCV patients such as infectious disease doctors, gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and others.
Meeting Objectives
This meeting aims to:

• Educate the practicing clinician on the best treatment options for viral hepatitis and HIV;

• Share state-of-the-art information and how it relates to daily clinical practice;

• Provide a Central and Eastern European platform for interaction and dialogue;

• Stimulate discussion among different disciplines; and

• Build collaborations and developing research activities.
Learning Objectives
After participating in this meeting, participants will be able to:

• Describe the spread of viral hepatitis and HIV in Central and Eastern Europe;

• Be updated on the latest developments in treatment strategies for hepatitis and HIV;

• Summarize the specific treatment and prevention challenges in Central and Eastern Europe;

• Identify and adjust treatment strategies in different patient populations;

• Update knowledge on the COVID-19 treatment and prevention options; and

• Comprehend impact of SARS-CoV2 infection on liver disease and HIV co-infection.
Practical Information 
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance will be sent to participants who successfully complete the program and post-meeting survey.
Language
The official language of the meeting is English.
Disclaimer
This meeting is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The Organizing Secretariat of this meeting, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this meeting. Virology Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the meeting.
Liability and Insurance
By registering for the meeting, participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical, travel, or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.
Photographs, Audio, and Video Recording
Photographs, audio, and video recordings are not permitted at the official meeting sessions. Only the official medical writer appointed by the organization may make recordings. All presentations will be posted here as soon as possible after the meeting is finished, provided the speaker has given permission to do so.
Code of Conduct
All attendees, speakers, co-organizers, partners, endorsers, suppliers, volunteers, and employees at any of our programs are expected to observe our Code of Conduct. We cannot tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, disrespect, or the marginalization of those involved in our programs. All participants of VE and AME-organized programs are expected to treat others with dignity and respect at all times.

Any individual who feels discriminated against, harassed, disrespected, or marginalized is encouraged to report the incident(s) to VE and AME via info@amededu.com or to one of our on-site personnel.

Any participant who is found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others may be removed from the program.
Registration
Fees and Conditions

Regular Delegates

 In Person 

Regular Delegates

 Virtual

Industry

In Person

Industry

 Virtual

Early Fee (payment before/on 28 February 2025)

€595

€495

€895

€795

Standard Fee (payment before/on 26 July 2025)

€745

€645

€1,045

€945

Late Fee (payment from 26 July 2025)

€845

€745

€1,145

€1,045

Fee Waivers
Early-Career Investigators / Academia from Resource-Limited Settings (RLS)* WITH accepted abstract 50% Off Early Fee
Early-Career Investigators / Academia from Resource-Limited Settings (RLS)* WITHOUT accepted abstract 50% Off Current Regular Fee
NGO Representatives / Government Representatives (i.e. MOH, NIH, NIAID, etc.) / Advocates 50% Off Current Regular Fee
Representatives of endorsing organizations 25% Off Current Regular Fee

 Representatives of sponsoring industry

 Contact Secretariat 

*Countries included in the low-income and middle-income economies list of the World Bank Classification

If eligible for a discount or if you have any financial concerns, please contact the meeting secretariat at karen.lam@amededu.com for the special registration code.

Important

  • Please note that for industry representatives, payment by credit card is required to be able to register for the meeting. Please contact the meeting secretariat if this is not possible for you.

  • No session rate is available. 

  • Virology Education reserves the right to cancel improper registrations. Claims for a refund will not be honored.

  • We strongly advise that you register early to ensure your registration.

  • Submission of your online registration does not guarantee that your registration has been accepted. Your registration is final when full prepayment has been received and a confirmation of your registration has been sent.

Registration Fee Includes
- Access to all scientific sessions
- Workshop pack, including the program
- Access to the conference portal and all its resources after the workshop days
Group Registration
For registration of groups larger than 5 participants, please contact the meeting secretariat at karen.lam@amededu.com.
Early-Career Investigators / Academia from Resource-limited Settings (RLS)
We are pleased to provide a 50% discount on the early fee for abstract submitters who are eligible as Early-Career Investigators (ECI) / Regular Delegates from a resource-limited setting (RLS), or a 50% discount on the current applicable fee for Early-Career Investigators (ECI) & Regular Delegates from a resource-limited setting (RLS) without submitting an abstract.

IMPORTANT: The fee waiver is offered to the presenting author only.

To be eligible as an early-career investigator, one should either be a current Master/PhD student or have obtained an MD/PharmD/PhD degree in the last five years. An application form needs to be completed by a supervisor and received by the Virology Education secretariat at least two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Virology Education will contact the early-career investigator with instructions regarding the registration procedure.
Sponsored Attendance
If you are invited by a pharmaceutical or diagnostic company, or if your registration is organized by a travel agency, please do not register online. The sponsoring company will be asked to register you via the conference secretariat.
Payment
By credit card only: online or by written authorization (see online registration)
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation, the following refunds are applicable:

- Cancellation before/on 28 August 2025: 50% refund (minus an administration fee of €40)

- Cancellation after 28 August 2025: Unfortunately, no refund will be given

If you are unable to attend the workshop, a substitute delegate is always welcome at no extra charge, provided that a letter of authorization from the original participant has been received and the secretariat has been notified of the name of the substitute delegate before 28 August 2025. A statement (email/letter) of cancellation must be sent to Virology Education.
Liability and Insurance
By registering for the workshop, participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical, travel, or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.
Media Registration
In order to register as a media participant for the workshop, the secretariat needs to receive:

1. Proof of accreditation
2. Valid identification (e.g. passport)
3. A letter from your assignment giver stating the details of your assignment (e.g. editor)
4. At least 3 previous written assignments in recognized outlets on HIV. If you are a freelance journalist, the assignments can be from different (recognizable) news outlets. Links to online publications are accepted
5. The website of the publication(s)/blog(s) that will be featuring your story on this workshop

A free or reduced registration fee may apply for accredited media participants depending on availability. Preference will be given to credible print and online news sources. Please contact the secretariat for registration conditions.

We would like to receive a copy of your webinar report/article once it is finalized.
All credentials will be verified by the Organizing Committee. Media representatives are kindly requested to register by sending the above-mentioned information to Karen.Lam@amededu.com

Important: Media is restricted to the written press. Recording on film or photo is not allowed. Virology Education will request a copy of the written piece once it is finalized. Media representatives must also agree to abide by the 2024 embargo policy.
Disclaimer
This workshop is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The organizing secretariat of this workshop, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this workshop. Virology Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the workshop. In case of cancellation of the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances, Virology Education cannot be held responsible for expenses made for travel, accommodation, visa applications, etc.
Program
Preliminary Program

The program of the 9th Central and Eastern European Meeting on Viral Hepatitis and HIV 2025 is currently under development.

To view the 2024 program, please click here.

Committees
Program Chairs
Organizing Committee
Cihan Yurdaydin
Cihan Yurdaydin, MD
Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Medical School, Istanbul, Turkey
The members of the Organizing Committee are a group of carefully selected experts and inspirational leaders in their respective fields. They meet frequently to discuss the scientific program of the workshop, identify interesting topics and candidate speakers, and review all submitted abstracts.
Scientific Committee

The members of Scientific Committee are hand-picked by the Organizing Committee and the conference secretariat based on their significant contributions and commitment to the field. They assist the Organizing Committee by providing them with suggestions for speakers and topics. In addition, members of the Scientific Committee participate in reviewing submitted abstracts, and play an active role during the workshop as moderators and/or chairs of sessions.

  • Viktor Aster, MD, PhD - Charles University, Czech Republic
  • Inga Ažiņa, MD, PhD - Rīga Stradiņš University, Latvia
  • Marine Gogia, MD - Georgian Harm Reduction Network, Georgia
  • Andrzej Horban, MD, PhD - Hospital for Infectious Diseases, Poland
  • David Jilich, MD - HIV Centre Prague, Czech Republic
  • Natallia Matsiyeuskaya, MD, PhD - Grodno State Medical University, Belarus
  • Cristina Popescu, MD, PhD - Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania
  • Baiba Rozentāle, MD, PhD, MBA - Rīga Stradiņš University, Latvia
  • Dalibor Sedláček, MD, PhD - University Hospital Plzen, Czech Republi
  • Ligita Jančorienė, MD, PhD - Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos, Lithuania
  • Tetiana Kyrychenko, MD, PhD - Poltava Regional HIV/AIDS Prevention And Control Center, Ukraine
Support
Support Our Initiative

Financial backing helps us deliver an impactful meeting experience to the benefit of healthcare professionals and researchers interested in viral hepatitis and HIV.
 
This collaboration plays a vital role in both the organizational as well as scientific success of the program.

To show your commitment to the cause and get in touch with us for a tailored support package for CEE 2025, please contact Rikke Puggaard-Rode at Rikke.Rode@amededu.com 

Benefits of Support
By supporting this program, we can offer the following advantages for your company.* Please contact us for the most recent support level benefits for this program.

  • Symposium opportunities

  • Non-commercial interviews with company representatives

  • Verbal acknowledgement during the program 

  • Discounted and complimentary registrations for your representatives

  • Company acknowledgement on digital meeting materials including but not limited to newsletters, flyers, the streaming platform, and our website

  • Company acknowledgement on printed meeting materials including but not limited to banners and the program book

  • Digital and printed advertising opportunities 

  • Social media shout-outs

  • Logo on the conference bag 

 
*Subject to the support level.

Endorsers

CEE 2024 was endorsed by the following societies and organizations. Their support and collaboration are key to the success of this program!

If you would like your organization to endorse CEE 2025, please contact Karen Lam  at Karen.Lam@amededu.com.

Endorsers
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