The annual Hamlyn Symposium on Medical Robotics is the flagship event of the Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery at Imperial College London. It serves as a global forum for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of pioneering research and innovations in the field of medical robotics.
Bringing together a vibrant international community of surgeons, engineers, scientists, and industry leaders, the Symposium provides a unique platform to explore the latest developments shaping the future of robotic and digital surgery.
Through a dynamic programme of keynote lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and live demonstrations, participants share insights, discuss challenges, and forge cross-disciplinary partnerships that drive innovation from the laboratory to clinical practice.
Renowned for its scientific excellence and collaborative spirit, the Hamlyn Symposium continues to attract world-leading experts and emerging innovators alike, united by a shared goal: to advance the science and practice of medical robotics for improved patient care worldwide.
Booking information
To book tickets, please visit the Hamlyn Symposium website.
This event has not been organised by the Society. If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking please contact the event organiser via marianne.knight@imperial.ac.uk
Venue information
This event will be held at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
Plan your visit to the Society and find more information about our venue, including our address, accessibility and transport links.
Accessibility at our events
We want everyone to feel welcome at our events. Key accessibility features of this event include:
- Step-free access to the event
- Accessible toilets
- Assistance dogs are welcome
- Hearing loop
For full details, please visit our accessibility page. If you have any questions or specific access requirements, feel free to get in touch with us on access@rgs.org
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