Day 2  September 5(Sat), 2026

Room 1 08:40-09:00 iCRS 2026 Opening Remarks

Room 1 09:00-10:30 [Colorectal Cancer Study Group] Evolving Strategies and Enduring Principles in Colorectal Cancer Management
Chairs: Moo Jun BAEK (Soonchunhyang University, Korea), Sun Mi MOON (Korea Cancer Center Hospital, Korea)
[Session Objectives] This session revisits contemporary colorectal cancer management by balancing evolving evidence with enduring surgical principles. From ERAS implementation and selective use of radiotherapy to chemoprevention strategies and lessons from surgical masters, the session aims to integrate innovation with clinical wisdom in optimizing patient outcomes.
09:00-09:20	Implementation of ERAS Program in Colorectal Cancer Surgery	Ho Jin LEE	Seoul National University, Korea
09:20-09:40	Is Radiotherapy Always Necessary?	George CHANG	MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA
09:40-10:00	Aspirin and other Chemoprevention in Colorectal Cancer: Who, When, and How	Joohyun HONG	National Cancer Center, Korea
10:00-10:20	There Is Nothing New Under the Sun: Timeless Lessons from Masters in Colorectal Cancer Treatment	Steven D. WEXNER	MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, USA
10:20-10:30	Discussion

Room 2 09:00-10:30 [Young Surgeon Forum] NEXt generation COloREctal surgeons (NEX-CORE) Forum: Growing as a Next-Generation Colorectal Surgeon
Chairs: Jeong-Heum BAEK (Gachon University, Korea), Taehyung KIM (Yonsei University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] This session aims to share and openly discuss the practical challenges and career-defining decisions faced by young colorectal surgeons amid differences in national healthcare systems and treatment paradigms.
09:00-09:20	Surviving and Growing as a Young Colorectal Surgeon in Korea: Between Emergencies and Innovation	In Jun YANG	Chungnam National University, Korea
09:20-09:40	Radiotherapy or Surgery First? Navigating Rectal Cancer Treatment as a Young Surgeon in Japan	Ryosuke OKAMURA	Kyoto University, Japan
09:40-10:00	Training, Technology, and Teamwork: How Young Surgeons in Thailand Adapt to the New Era of Colorectal Cancer Care	Dhatchai CHAROENSILAVATH	Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
10:00-10:20	Impact of 3D-Based Preoperative Planning on R0 Resection in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer with Threatened Margins	Álvaro GARCIA-GRANERO	Hospital Universitario Son Espases, Spain
10:20-10:30	Discussion

Room 3 09:00-10:30 [Korea-China-Japan Symposium I]
Chairs: Seung-Kook SOHN (Yonsei University, Korea), Jin GU (Peking University, China), Masayuki Ohge (Osaka International Cancer Institute, Japan)
10:30-10:50	Break

Room 1 10:50-12:20 [MIS Study Group] Advancing Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery: From Innovative Techniques to Smart Technologies
Chairs: Kil Yeon LEE (Kyung Hee University, Korea), Jung Wook HUH (Sungkyunkwan University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] To envision the future of precise and safe colorectal surgery through the fusion of advanced minimally invasive techniques and intelligent technologies
10:50-11:10	TAMIS after Neoadjuvant Therapy: Technical Considerations and Expanding Indications	Gyoung Tae NOH	Ewha Womans University, Korea
11:10-11:30	Innovative Access Techniques in Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery	Hye Jung CHO	Yonsei University, Korea
11:30-11:50	Augmented Reality and Smart Navigation: Reimagining Vision in Robotic Surgery	Cheol SONG	DGIST, Korea
11:50-12:10	The Rise of Autonomous Robotics: From Human Control to Surgical Co-pilot	Juan SÁNCHEZ-MARGALLO	Jesús Usón Minimally Invasive Surgery Centre, Spain
12:10-12:20	Discussion

Room 2 10:50-12:20 [Hernia] Groin & Ventral Hernia: Current Perspectives
Chairs: Byung Wook MIN (Korea University, Korea), Bong Hyeon KYE (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea)
[Session Objectives] To update hernia diagnosis and surgical decision-making while delivering actionable techniques for immediate clinical application
10:50-11:10	MIS for Recurrent Inguinal Hernia	Gwan Chul LEE	Hansol Hospital, Korea
11:10-11:30	Robotic-assisted Ventral Hernia Repair	Jaeim LEE	Catholic Kwandong University, Korea
11:30-11:50	Prevention of Incisional Hernia after Colorectal Surgery	Jun Woo BONG	Korea University, Korea
11:50-12:10	Prevention and Treatment of Parastomal Hernia
12:10-12:20	Discussion

Room 3 10:50-12:20 [Korea-China-Japan Symposium II]
Chairs: Kwang Ho KIM (Ewha Womans University, Korea), Xishan WANG (Peking Union Medical College, China), Keiichi TAKAHASHI (Grace Home Care Clinic, Japan)

Room 1 12:20-13:20 Sponsor Symposium 2
Chair: Jin KIM (Korea University, Korea)
12:00-12:30	From Energy to Vision: Powerseal for Secured Sealing & Dissection supported by Versatile Imaging (4K · 3D · IR)	Woo Ram KIM	Yonsei University, Korea

Room 2 12:20-13:20 Sponsor Symposium 3
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Room 1 13:20-14:50 [내시경 정책 연구단]
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Room 2 13:20-14:50 [KSCP-ASCRS] Closing the Gap Between Evidence and Practice in Surgical Complication Prevention
Chairs: Yoon Suk LEE (The Catholic University of Korea, Korea), Kirsten WILKINS (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, USA)
[Session Objectives] To critically assess the current landscape of surgical complications, particularly surgical site infections, and to explore systematic efforts to measure, prevent, and improve surgical outcomes
13:20-13:40	The Real-World Landscape of Postoperative Complications in Korea: Insights from National Registry Data	Ji Won PARK	Seoul National University, Korea
13:40-14:00	The Role of the Microbiota and Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in Surgical Outcomes	Jasneet Singh BHULLAR	Michigan State University, USA
14:00-14:20	Implementing an SSI Prevention Bundle in Colorectal Cancer Surgery	Nina YOO	The Catholic University of Korea, Korea
14:20-14:40	Optimizing Intraoperative Setup Before Wound Closure to Reduce Surgical Site Infection	Najjia N MAHMOUD	Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, USA
14:40-14:50	Discussion

Room 3 13:00-14:00 [Korea-China-Japan Symposium III]
Chairs: Ho Kyung CHUN (Sungkyunkwan University, Korea), Ye XU (Fudan University, China), Yoshihisa SAIDA (oho University Ohashi Medical Center, Japan)

14:50-15:10 Break

Room 1 15:10-16:40 [Totally Neoadjuvant Treatment] TNT in Rectal Cancer: Evidence, Selection, and Organ Preservation
Chairs: Ji Yeon KIM (Chungnam National University, Korea), Hee Cheol KIM (Sungkyunkwan University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] To explore the evolving role of total neoadjuvant therapy in rectal cancer, from pivotal clinical trial evidence to personalized treatment strategies, organ preservation, and emerging immunotherapeutic integration
15:10-15:30	TNT for Rectal Cancer: Recent key trials and long-term results	Young Il KIM	University of Ulsan, Korea
15:30-15:50	Tailoring TNT Strategies for Rectal Cancer with MDT	Seung-Yong JEONG	Seoul National University, Korea
15:50-16:10	Organ Preservation After TNT: Selection, surveillance, and local boost options using ctDNA	J. Joshua SMITH	MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA
16:10-16:30	Integrating Immunotherapy into TNT: Rationale, strategies, and future directions	Zhongtao ZHANG	Beijing Friendship Hospital, China
16:30-16:40	Discussion

Room 2 15:10-16:40 [Wound & Ostomy Study Group]
Chairs: Ik Yong KIM (Yonsei University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] This session aims to revisit the fundamental principles of ostomy and wound care, and to present practical, patient-centered management strategies with real-world clinical applications.
15:10-15:30	Outcomes of a Home-Based Ostomy Care Program	Hyun Suk PARK	Severance Hospital, Korea
15:30-15:50	Understanding Patient-Reported Outcomes and Quality of Life in Ostomy Patients
15:50-16:10	Principles of wound management and modern Strategies to Prevent Surgical Site Infection in Abdominal/ Colorectal Surgery	Youngki HONG	National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Korea
16:10-16:30	Practical Management of Peristomal Wounds in Urostomy and Ostomy Patients	Inseon JEON	Pusan National University Hospital, Korea
16:30-16:40	Discussion

Room 3 15:10-16:40 [IBD Study Group] State-of-the-Art Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Chairs: Jae Kyun JU (Chonnam National University, Korea), Seung-Bum RYOO (Seoul National University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] To address critical decision-making in inflammatory bowel disease by integrating medical and surgical strategies, perioperative risk management, and evolving treatment paradigms in the biologics era ;
15:10-15:30	Acute Severe UC: Current Medical Strategies and Challenges	Eun Soo KIM	Kyungpook National University, Korea
15:30-15:50	Acute Severe UC: Surgical Rescue Strategies and Optimal Timing	Se-Jin BAEK	Korea University, Korea
15:50-16:10	Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in IBD; What Surgeons Should Know	Laura HANCOCK	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, UK
16:10-16:30	Early Surgery vs Biologics Era: Which Leads to Better Outcomes in CD	Jasneet Singh BHULLAR	Michigan State University, USA
16:30-16:40	Discussion
16:40-17:70	Break

Room 3 17:00-18:30 [Procedure] How I Do It: Learn from the Masters
Chairs: Chang-Nam KIM (Eulji University, Korea), Hyuk HUR (Yonsei University, Korea)
[Session Objectives] To gain practical insights into the critical steps, technical nuances, and potential pitfalls of each operation through expert-led surgical video analysis ;
17:00-17:15	Fundamental Tips for Using Articulating Device	Sung Uk BAE	Keimyung University, Korea
17:15-17:30	Getting Started with Intracorporeal Anastomosis in Colectomy: a Practical Stepwise Approach	Kazushige KAWAI	Komagome Hospital, Japan
17:30-17:45	TAMIS : Lap vs Robotic	Simon NG	The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
17:45-18:00	Do We Still Need the Scalpel? Laser Treatment for Pilonidal Sinus	Wah Siew TAN	Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
18:00-18:15	Pelvic Exenteration for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer: Step-by-Step Technique and Key Pearls	Jin KIM	Korea University, Korea
18:15-18:30	Discussion