STAY IN TOUCH

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES FOR PRIMARY CARE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

add What does the shortcut WONCA mean?

WONCA stands for the World Organization of Family Doctors. Its original name, which is no longer in use, was „the World Organization of National Colleges, Academies, and Academic Associations of General Practitioners/Family Physicians“. The acronym WONCA remains to honour its roots.

add Where is WONCA Europe Conference 2027 being held?

WONCA Europe Conference 2027 is taking place in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

add What is the theme of the conference?

The main theme of the WONCA Europe Conference 2027 is „Sustainability strategies for primary care“.

add What is the name of the conference venue for WONCA Europe Conference 2027?

The conference venue is called Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre or GR (Gospodarsko razstavišče)

add What is the address of the conference venue for WONCA Europe Conference 2027?

The address is Dunajska cesta 18, Ljubljana.

add How can I get to the conference venue?

The venue is accessible by a car or by a bus. There´s also a train station nearby.

add How far is the conference venue from the city centre?

It takes about 20 minutes of walking or 15 minutes by public transport to get to the city centre.

add When can I submit the abstract?

The abstract submissions open on 1 September 2026.

add When is the deadline for submitting the abstract?

The deadline for abstract submission is on 30 November 2026.

add When will I know if my abstract was accepted?

You will receive a notification of acceptance during the first week of February 2027.

add When do registrations open?

Registration opens 1 December 2026.

add Is there an early bird registration? Until when is it available?

Yes, there are three registration phases:

  • Early bird registration from 1 December to 20 March 2027.
  • Regular registration is from 21 March to 31 May 2027.
  • Late registration is from 1 June 2027.
add I am a student. Do I get a discount?

Yes, students have reduced registration fees.

add What do EYFDM mean?

EYFDM stands for „European Young Family Doctors Movement“.

add Will there be an EYFDM Pre-Conference?

Yes, the EYFDM Pre-Conference is scheduled on 8 – 9 June 2026.

add What social events can I expect?

There will be an opening ceremony, welcome drink, conference dinner and closing ceremony.