Welcome to FICARE 2026!
Dear Colleagues,
It is a true privilege to welcome you to the 10th FICARE, taking place from October 29th to 30th at the Tivoli Mofarrej Hotel in São Paulo, Brazil.
Reaching our milestone 10th anniversary cements FICARE as the premier stage for rectal cancer discussion in Latin America. From the very beginning, this forum has been recognized worldwide for its cutting-edge scientific program, focusing on real-world updates, new technologies, and shifting treatment paradigms.
This year's landmark edition carries a deeply meaningful purpose: to honor and build upon the extraordinary legacy of our founder and eternal chair, Dr. Angelita Habr-Gama. Keeping up the high standards, continuous innovation, and clinical passion she always brought to FICARE is our greatest tribute and our commitment to the future. True excellence in rectal cancer care is inherently collaborative. FICARE 2026 brings together top experts from across the globe to share ideas, challenge current concepts, and bridge the gap between latest evidence and daily clinical practice.
With a dynamic program led by world-renowned international speakers, this edition promises to be a great space for deep debates, case discussions, and high-level networking.
São Paulo is ready to host you for two days of inspiration and clinical breakthrough. We look forward to seeing you there!
Dr. Rodrigo Oliva Perez
President of FICARE 2026
Don't miss the World's Largest Rectal Cancer Forum
Tivoli Mofarrej São Paulo Hotel
Alameda Santos, nº 1437
Cerqueira César
São Paulo – SP
Organ Preservation & Watch and Wait: In-depth sessions on evaluating tumor response after neoadjuvant therapy, managing Watch & Wait protocols, and smart salvage strategies for local regrowth.
Robotics & Next-Gen Surgery: Step-by-step video forums showcasing robotic lateral node dissections, advanced anastomotic techniques, and the latest on ICG guidance.
AI vs. Natural Intelligence: An exciting panel putting world-renowned experts face-to-face with Artificial Intelligence to tackle treatment strategy for complex clinical cases.
De-escalation & Shifting Paradigms: Debating the clinical impact of recent landmark trials and weighing the options of intensifying versus de-escalating treatments.
Real-World Case Discussions: Multidisciplinary tumor board sessions addressing complex clinical scenarios, from mucinous tumors to pelvic exenterations.
A Special Tribute: A dedicated session celebrating the life and revolutionary career of Prof. Angelita Habr-Gama.
Hotels Ficare 2026
Alameda Santos, 1437
Cerqueira César - São Paulo – SP
Alameda Santos, 1123
Jardim Paulista - São Paulo – SP
Alameda Jaú, 729
Jardim Paulista - São Paulo – SP
