A collaborative Breast Cancer Centre USZ meeting uniting radiology, gynaecology, and pathology for advances in breast diagnosis and care.
Contact us
Dr. med. Malwina Kaniewska
Leitende Oberärztin
Zürich Breast Conference 2026
Symposium
Format
On Site
Location
University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091 Zurich
Lecture hall
Kleiner Hörsaal OST (HOER B5)
Date
19.10.2026
Time
09:00 - 18:00
Credits
SGR-SSR 8; SGGG 8; SGPath 8
Costs
CHF 100
Program
| 09:00 | Welcome & Programme Overview Breast Imaging, University Hospital Zurich |
| 09:10 | Multimodal Breast Imaging in Clinical Practice: Setting the Stage Dr. M. Kaniewska Breast Imaging, Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 09:30 | ★ FEATURED LECTURE The Top 10 Mammography Challenges Prof. M. Linver Clinical Professor of Radiology, University of New Mexico, USA • Gold Medal, Society of Breast Imaging (2021)hic Challenges |
| 10:00 | MDT Dilemmas: What Does a Gynecologist Really Need from Radiologists and Pathologists? Dr. H. Frauchiger-Heuer Senior Attending Physician, Department of Gynecology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 10:20 | Q&A — Session 1 Session 1 Speakers |
| 10:35 | Coffee Break |
| 10:50 | ★ FEATURED LECTURE Imaging the Pregnant Patient & Ultrasound-Guided Breast Interventions Prof. M. Szabunio Professor of Radiology, Surgery, and Biomedical Engineering; Chief of the Division of Breast Radiology, University of Kentucky, USA |
| 11:20 | What Makes a Good Breast Biopsy? A Pathologist’s Perspective Prof. Z. Varga Senior Physician, Department of Pathology and Molecular Pathology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 11:40 | Young Women and Breast Cancer: From Early Detection to Personalized Care PD Dr. C. Rauh Senior Physician, Department of Gynecology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 12:00 | Q&A — Session 2 Session 2 Speakers |
| 12:15 | Lunch Break & Networking |
| 13:00 | WORKSHOP-SESSION 13:00–16:30 3 Workshop-Stationen |
| WORKSHOP A: Interactive Multidisciplinary MDT Gain hands-on experience in our department to enhance your skills! Multidisciplinary Breast Team, University Hospital Zurich (Radiologist, Gynecologist & Pathologist) |
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| WORKSHOP B: Breast CT in Practice: How to Use Breast CT — Interactive Case Review Radiology team, University Hospital Zurich |
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| WORKSHOP C: Biopsies & ABUS (Automated Breast Ultrasound) Interactive Presentation of ABUS & Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Radiologist, Gynecologist & Technician, University Hospital Zurich |
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| Round 1: 13:00–14:00 Change: 14:00–14:10 Round 2: 14:10–15:10 Change: 15:10–15:20 Round 3: 15:20–16:20 |
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| 16:30 | Afternoon Break & Networking |
| 17:00 | ★ FEATURED LECTURE Which is the Best Imaging Modality for Patients with Dense Breasts? Prof. P. Baltzer Professor & Chair of MR Radiology, Medical University of Vienna • Secretary General, EUSOBI • Editor-in-Chief, European Journal of Radiology |
| 17:20 | AGO Breast Commission 2025: Surgical Recommendations & Implications for Multidisciplinary Teams Prof. I. Witzel Director of the Department of Gynecology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 17:40 | The Future of Breast Imaging: Innovation and the Vision for Modern Diagnostics Prof. Th. Frauenfelder Director of the Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Zurich |
| 18:00 | Key Takeaways, Open Discussion & Closing Remarks |
Bringing together leading international experts and the disciplines of the Breast Cancer Centre USZ, the Zurich Breast Conference 2026 offers a full day of highlight lectures and hands-on workshops across the breast cancer pathway. From early detection to personalised care, the programme reflects the multidisciplinary collaboration at the heart of modern breast diagnosis and treatment.
Register
Please register until 04.10.2026