8TH SOHNSS ENT CONGRESS

WELCOME MESSAGE

Dear Distinguished Friends, Esteemed Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,

On behalf of the entire Society of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Singapore (SOHNSS), it is my distinct pleasure and immense honour to extend the warmest of welcomes to each and every one of you to the vibrant and dynamic city-state of Singapore! We are truly thrilled to see so many faces from around the world gathered in our island city.

We are deeply honoured to host this prestigious congress, particularly under the vital and timely theme: 'Strengthening Global Collaborations for Equitable Care.' In an era where connection is instantaneous yet disparities in healthcare access persist, this theme serves as a crucial call to action. It challenges us, as a dedicated global community, to pool our knowledge, share our innovations, and actively forge stronger partnerships. Our goal extends beyond advancing shared clinical values; it encompasses the aspirational yet achievable aim of making high-quality Otolaryngology and Head and Neck healthcare accessible to diverse groups in need everywhere, regardless of geography or resource limitations.

This year's congress holds a particularly special significance as we are elated to partner with the esteemed Asia-Pacific Society of Thyroid Surgery (APTS) for this enriching joint congress, taking place from Thursday, 9th April to Sunday, 12th April 2026. Our sincere and profound gratitude goes to the leadership and members of APTS for embracing this collaboration. This partnership represents more than just a combined meeting; it signifies a powerful synergy of expertise, significantly broadening our scientific scope and fostering invaluable cross-disciplinary exchange between thyroid specialists and experts and the wider Otolaryngology community. It perfectly embodies our congress theme of global partnership and mutual growth.

Over the next few days, prepare yourselves for an exceptionally engaging and scientifically rigorous programme. We have meticulously curated sessions designed not only to highlight cutting-edge developments but also to stimulate thoughtful debate and practical learning. Our scientific committee has ensured a comprehensive exploration across key areas in Thyroid medical and surgical management, Rhinology, Facial Plastic and Global health and surgery.

Beyond the formal scientific agenda, we anticipate stimulating discussions spilling out into the hallways, the forging of new and lasting professional friendships, and the strengthening of those invaluable collaborations that often begin with a simple conversation during a coffee break or social event. This congress is a prime opportunity to build and nurture your global network.

We are confident that the SOHNSS-APTS 2026 Joint Congress will be a highly productive, deeply inspiring, and memorably collaborative experience for everyone involved. Let us seize this opportunity over the next three days to learn from one another, share our unique perspectives, and recommit ourselves to working together towards achieving not only cutting-edge advancements in our specialty but also more equitable healthcare access regionally and globally.

Once again, a very warm welcome to sunny Singapore! We wish you a successful and rewarding congress.

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Yours sincerely,

Tze Choong CHARN

Chairperson, 8th SOHNSS ENT Congress