The 3rd International ANDO Congress will discuss topics such as scientific and therapeutic innovation, multidisciplinary care and socio-cultural issues. There will also be a children’s programme. An opportunity for socialising and cultural moments. We’re counting on you!
Event summary
| Event | 3rd ANDO Congress |
| Date | 7 – 8 June 2025 |
| Location | Auditório da Escola Sec. Jácome Ratton, Tomar, Portugal |
| Organisation | Ando Portugal |
| Programme | Preliminary programme |
3rd ANDO International Congress: Building a Bridge Between Portugal and the European Reference Network on Rare Bone Diseases
On June 7 and 8, the city of Tomar (Portugal) hosted the 3rd ANDO International Congress, which brought together over 120 participants from across the globe. The event fostered the sharing of knowledge and experiences, while strengthening connections among people with skeletal dysplasias, their families, healthcare professionals and researchers. The ERN BOND Coordination Team had two talks in the session titled “National Plan for Rare Diseases and the European Reference Network” offering a valuable discussion on how national strategies align with European initiatives, emphasizing the crucial role of ERNs in improving access to specialized care and promoting international collaboration in rare diseases such as skeletal dysplasias.
The congress also included sessions on scientific and therapeutic innovation, multidisciplinary care, and social inclusion and policies. It marked the 10th anniversary of ANDO Portugal with a wide range of additional activities, including workshops, a children’s program, and a cultural tour of Tomar’s historic center.
Funded by the European Union
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