Hamlyn Symposium on Medical Robotics 2026

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The 18th Hamlyn Symposium on Medical Robotics

23rd – 26th June 2026, Royal Geographical Society

“Medical Robotics: The Complex Journey from Ideation to Value Creation”

Our annual Hamlyn Symposium on Medical Robotics is the flagship event of the Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery at Imperial College London. It serves as a global forum for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of pioneering research and innovations in the field of medical robotics. Bringing together a vibrant international community of surgeons, engineers, scientists, and industry leaders, the Symposium provides a unique platform to explore the latest developments shaping the future of robotic and digital surgery. Through a dynamic programme of keynote lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and live demonstrations, participants share insights, discuss challenges, and forge cross-disciplinary partnerships that drive innovation from the laboratory to clinical practice. Renowned for its scientific excellence and collaborative spirit, the Hamlyn Symposium continues to attract world-leading experts and emerging innovators alike, united by a shared goal — to advance the science and practice of medical robotics for improved patient care worldwide.

New for 2026: MRC–Hamlyn Workshop included with your Symposium ticket

For this year only, the MRC–Hamlyn Workshop held on Tuesday, 23rd June, is included at no extra cost as part of your symposium booking. Separate workshop registration is still required.