WoCoVA 2026
This year, our presence at the congress will be guided by the theme of “Continuity of Care”. Through this lens, we will explore how continuity of care plays a decisive role in patient outcomes. From the first puncture to removal of the device, we aim to stand alongside healthcare professionals, providing tools, clinical insights, and best practices that protect vessels, enhance safety, and support patients throughout their entire therapeutic journey.
All details about our sessions and activities are available in the program below, where you can register for each session and add them to your calendar. Attendees are warmly invited to visit our booth to meet our teams, ask questions, and explore our devices directly.
We look forward to seeing you in Valencia for WoCoVA 2026!
Vygon at WoCoVA 2026
Check out our activities at the 9th World Congress on Vascular Access (WoCoVA)
Symposium
Guardians of the Vessels: Ensuring Continuity of Care from Hospital to Home
Join the symposium to explore how to harmonize vascular access protocols.
- Date: 16th of April 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Room: Auditorium 2
- Moderators: Dr. Fulvio Pinelli and Dr. Christian Dupont
Oral Communications
Rethinking Infusion Line Management: Best Clinical Practices
- Date: 16th of April 2026
- Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
- Room: 2nd floor – Room 8
Workshops
The Complete Vascular Access Journey: Innovation, Safety, and Best Practices
5 hands-on stations. Each workshop will last 20 minutes, allowing you to attend 3 sessions during the hour.
- Date: 17th of April 2026
- Time: 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
- Room: Auditorium 3
Symposium Program
Guardians of the Vessels: Ensuring Continuity of Care from Hospital to Home
This symposium addresses the need to unify and strengthen vascular access management protocols to ensure safe and continuous care from hospital to home. It brings together experts who will present organizational standards and essential clinical practices to improve quality, equity, and safety in home‑based vascular access care.
16th of April 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Room: Auditorium 2
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Guardians of the Vessels: Ensuring Continuity of Care from Hospital to Home
There is a growing need for consistent vascular access protocols across hospital and home-care settings. Variations in practice and limited expertise lead to unequal care, increased risks and unnecessary hospital visits. This symposium will highlight the importance of harmonised practices and better coordination to ensure safe, high-quality and equitable vascular access management
Part I: From Hospital to Home — Organizational Standards for Safe Vascular Access Continuity
Speaker — Dr. Elisa Deganello: Anesthesiologist | Vascular Access Team Medical Director, Ospedali Riuniti Padova Sud (Italy)
Part II: Safe Vascular Access at Home — Practical Management, Dressing Change & Clinical Risk Reduction
Speaker — Dr. Gema Muñoz-Mozas: Vascular Access Advanced Nurse Practitioner | Lead Vascular Access Nurse | Specialist in Vascular Access & IV Therapy at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust (United Kingdom)
Dr. Elisa Deganello
Anesthesiologist | Vascular Access Team Medical Director, Ospedali Riuniti Padova Sud (Italy)
Dr. Fulvio Pinelli
President, Italian Vascular Access Society (IVAS) | Director, Vascular Access Center, Careggi University Hospital (Italy)
Gema Muñoz-Mozas
Vascular Access Advanced Nurse Practitioner | Lead Vascular Access Nurse | Specialist in Vascular Access & IV Therapy at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust (United Kingdom)
Christian Dupont
Nurse Coordinator, Pneumology Unit | Board Member, GIFAV | Vascular Access Specialist I Member of the Glovanet Scientific Committee (France)
Oral Communication Program
Rethinking Infusion Line Management: Best Clinical Practices
This session will offer an overview of infusion line management practices, through concrete and complementary feedback from specialised departments.
Date: 16th of April 2026
Time: 03:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Room: 2º floor - Room 8
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Description:
Discussions will focus on the organisation of line set-ups, the standardisation of practices, the improvement of infusion safety and the fluidity of care processes, with a focus on actions that really make a difference on a daily basis.
The main lessons expected are:
• Making chemotherapy administration safer through the integration of Qimono in Oncology.
• Prevention of reflux and reduction of occlusions in multi-infusion configurations in intensive care with Bionector TKO.
• Simplification of handling and reduction of infection risks in paediatrics through the use of Bionector.
This oral communication will be led by four recognised experts:
This oral communication will bring together four international experts, each presenting concrete insights, operational methods and lessons learned from their own clinical environments , from pediatric cardiac intensive care to oncology and vascular access. Through their complementary experiences, the speakers will showcase actionable approaches to improve the consistency of IV line organization, enhance patient safety, support clinical workflows and strengthen team coordination across care settings.
Matthias Hellberg-Naegele
Kévin Le Berre
Tiphanie Bourgeois
Lead Nurse | Paediatric Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit, Necker Hospital (France)
Leo Almerol
Workshops Program
The Complete Vascular Access Journey: Innovation, Safety, and Best Practices
5 hands-on stations. Each workshop will last 20 minutes, allowing you to attend 3 sessions during the hour.
Date: 17th of April 2026
Time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Room: Auditorium 3
Reserve your spot
Add to calendar
Station 1
Optimizing insertion of catheter: Use of ultrasound for echo-guided puncture
This workshop highlights the value of ultrasound-guided puncture for all vascular access procedures. Participants will practice echo-guided insertion on phantom models to enhance accuracy and confidence. Applicable to every insertion technique (through the needle, Seldinger, or Modified Seldinger Technique), this training supports optimal placement of PICCs, midlines, CICCs, ports and arterial catheters from neonatal to adult patients.
Dr. Fiammetta Piersigilli
Neonatologist
Cliniques Universitaires Saint Luc – Brussels, Belgium
Station 2
Tunneling, a key practice to preserve vessel health
In this session, Dr. Fangio will explain to attendees the key principles of tunneling. The attendees will also manipulate on phantoms to improve their practice of tunneling with proximal cut PICC and PICC-Port.
Dr. Pascal Fangio
MD, Anaesthesiologist, Chief of Vascular Access Unit, Hôpitaux du Léman, Thonon-les-Bains, France
Station 3
Plug & Play Infusion Lines: Optimizing Line Assembly & Error recognition
This interactive workshop introduces a structured, modular approach to infusion line assembly using a construction‑based educational model inspired by LEGO‑style learning. Participants will engage in guided, hands‑on exercises where infusion line components are assembled stepwise, allowing learners to visualize flow pathways, identify critical connection points, and detect potential failures in a controlled environment.
Kévin Le Berre
Station 4
Recommended guidelines for Safe Port Care: Assessment, Maintenance and Prevention
In this workshop, you will revisit the essential and important steps for safe and effective port care through a practical, guideline-based workshop. You will walk through the complete care pathway from patient preparation to safe line management with a focus on the key actions that make a real difference in daily practice and strengthen patient care and safety.
Christian Dupont
Nurse Coordinator, Pneumology Unit | Board Member, GIFAV | Vascular Access Specialist I Member of the Glovanet Scientific Committee (France)
Station 5
Secure & Protect – Mastering Catheter Stabilization and Safe Dressing Change Management
This interactive workshop explores essential practices for catheter securement and dressing change management, two critical components in preventing complications associated with vascular access. Suboptimal stabilization, improper dressing changes, and small but avoidable handling errors remain frequent contributors to catheter dislodgement, insertion‑site infections, and therapy interruptions.
Gema Muñoz-Mozas
Vascular Access Advanced Nurse Practitioner | Lead Vascular Access Nurse | Specialist in Vascular Access & IV Therapy at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust (United Kingdom)
Booth activities
BOOTH S1
A few activities will also be running at the booth throughout the event:
Line Mounting
Kahoot Quiz
Join a quick, fun quiz covering vascular management, neonates, and hemodynamics, with explanations after each question.
Wheel of Care
Spin the wheel to land on a theme and answer short questions related to patient care.
Photo Corner
Take a small souvenir photo with a personalized frame to remember your visit.
Our recommendations for your stay in Valencia:
Valencia is a fitting host city for WoCoVA 2026, offering a strong event infrastructure, accessibility, and a professional environment. Its award‑winning event venues, extensive hotel options, and excellent transport links via the international airport and high‑speed rail make it highly accessible for attendees.
Situated on Spain’s Mediterranean coast, Valencia is also the home of Vygon’s Spanish offices. The city blends historic charm with modern innovation, from its old Gothic town to the City of Arts and Sciences. Recognized as the European Green Capital 2024, Valencia stands out for its commitment to sustainability and quality of life, supported by expansive green areas like the Turia Gardens. With its mild climate and rich cultural offering, it provides an efficient, welcoming, and inspiring setting for an international congress.
Below, you will find our recommendations for places to visit and restaurants to make your stay enjoyable.
- City Life & Neighborhoods to Explore:
- El Carmen (Historic Center): A vibrant neighborhood filled with narrow streets, cafés, local boutiques, and street art. Ideal for wandering, grabbing a drink, and experiencing Valencia’s urban energy.
- Colón & Gran Vía Area: A lively shopping district with both international brands and local stores. Clean, walkable streets with plenty of cafés and terraces, making it perfect for a relaxed urban walk.
- Plaza del Ayuntamiento & Surroundings: The city’s central square, surrounded by impressive early‑20th‑century architecture.
- Cultural & Historical Landmarks:
- La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange): UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Gothic civil architecture
- Valencia Cathedral & El Miguelete Tower: A blend of Gothic, Baroque, and Romanesque styles. Visitors can climb the Miguelete bell tower for one of the best panoramic views of the city.
- Modern Architecture & Innovation:
- City of Arts and Sciences: Valencia’s iconic architectural complex, featuring the Oceanogràfic, Science Museum, and Hemisfèric. One of the city’s most photographed areas.
- Parks & Seaside:
- Marina & Beach Promenade: A wide, breezy promenade connecting the marina to Malvarrosa Beach.
- Turia Gardens: A 9‑km urban park built in a former riverbed, ideal for walks, running, or cycling. Crosses many of Valencia’s major cultural sites.
- Restaurants Recommendations:
Traditional Spanish/Valencian Cuisine:
- Racó de L’Arnau: Classic Mediterranean dishes and very good rice. Reliable for business lunches. Average price: €25–35.
- Pelayo Gastro Trinquet: A reference for authentic Valencian cuisine; tapas, traditional dishes and excellent rice. Average price: €25–35.
- Casa Carmela, Malvarrosa: One of the most emblematic places for authentic wood‑fired paella, located by the beach. Average price: €30–40.
High Level Experience:
- La Salita: 1 Michelin Star One of the top creative dining experiences in Valencia.Average price: €120–130.
- Habitual, Mercado de Colón: Modern Mediterranean cuisine inside one of the city’s most beautiful historic markets. Average price: €40–50.
- Canalla Bistro: Creative signature tapas with global influences by Ricard Camarena. Chic, urban, and playful culinary concept. Average price: €35–45.
Trendy:
- BARX (no reservations): One of the hottest gastro‑bars in the city, creative small plates, vibrant atmosphere. Average price: €30–35.
- La Sastrería, Cabanyal: A beautifully designed gastronomic space with refined seafood‑driven cuisine. Average price: €45–60.
Need assistance?
Our teams are eager to welcome you and support a successful and enriching experience during your time at WoCoVA 2026!
We remain at your disposal for any questions you may have. For further information, please contact us