WPATH 29th Scientific Symposium

The WPATH 2026 Scientific Symposium brings together clinicians, researchers, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to advance evidence-based, person-centered care worldwide. With plenaries, oral abstracts, posters, workshops, and pre-courses (Nov 8–9), this biennial event offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, share, and collaborate.

Explore clinical innovations, global research, and cross-regional collaboration in transgender and gender diverse health.

WPATH 2026 Symposium, Oral and Poster Abstract Submissions

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) invites the submission of abstracts the bi-annual Symposium, Oral and Poster sessions to be considered for presentation at the WPATH 29th Scientific Symposium to be held at the Hyatt Regency Mexico City in Mexico City, Mexico, November 8-13, 2026

We welcome submissions from professionals across all disciplines in transgender health including researchers, clinicians, educators, advanced practice providers, social scientists, voice and speech therapists, physical therapists, policymakers, and more

For more information and to submit your abstract please click here:

Learning Objectives:

From clinical mastery to global policy insights, WPATH 2026 equips you with skills, evidence, and connections to transform care.

• Apply current evidence and guidelines to gender-affirming care.
• Integrate best practices across medical, mental health, and surgical fields.
• Evaluate new research and implement findings in practice.
• Address equity, access, and culturally responsive care.
• Navigate ethical, legal, policy, and economical landscapes.
• Enhance surgical protocols and safety.
• Advance mental health and psychosocial well-being.
• Strengthen training, mentorship, and global education.
• Build partnerships and research collaborations worldwide.

Who Should Attend:

The Symposium is designed for a wide range of professionals and community leaders engaged in transgender and gender diverse health:

• Medical & Surgical Clinicians: endocrinology, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, urology, surgery, nursing, pharmacy, voice therapy.
• Mental & Behavioral Health Professionals: psychiatry, psychology, counseling, social work.
• Researchers & Educators: clinical and public health researchers, academics, curriculum designers.
• Trainees: students, residents, fellows, early-career professionals.
• Public Health & Community Leaders: NGOs, health departments, advocacy groups.
• Policy & Legal Stakeholders: policymakers, ethicists, legal experts.
• Allied Health & Industry: collaborative care team members, clinic managers, health IT, biopharma, device partners.
• TGD Community Members & Advocates: leaders, advisors, educators, and collaborators.

Note: CME/CE information will be shared when available.