Kochi, 29th September 2026: Aster Quality Care Cancer Conclave 2026, (AQCCON Kochi 2026) a premier cancer conclave will take place from 2 to 4 October 2026 at Crowne Plaza Kochi. The conference by The Aster International Institute of Oncology will bring together more than 100 reputed faculty members from across the country. This edition marks a defining moment for healthcare, as ASTER, CARE Hospitals, KIMSHEALTH and EVERCARE come together as one integrated healthcare organisation.
The three-day scientific programme will feature more than 60 academic sessions covering the latest advances in cancer prevention, precision oncology, molecular diagnostics, surgical, medical and radiation oncology, hematologic malignancies, immunotherapy, research, palliative care and multidisciplinary cancer management. The programme includes keynote lectures, multidisciplinary tumour boards, expert panel discussions and case-based debates presentations of cutting-edge clinical research.
“This conclave about bringing minds together to exchange ideas, drive innovation and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.,” said Dr. Arun R Warrier, Organizing Secretary, AQCCON- 2026 and Senior Consultant – Medical Oncology, Aster Medcity, Kochi.
“The conference is expected to draw a diverse audience of medical, surgical, radiation and hemato-oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and specialists in nuclear medicine and genomic medicine, along with researchers, fellows, residents, medical students, allied healthcare professionals and industry partners, all united by the common goal of transforming cancer care,” said Dr. Jem Kalathil, Organizing Chairperson, AQCCON- 2026 and Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology Lead, Aster International Institute of Oncology, Aster Medcity, Kochi.
Dr. Jem Kalathil, Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology Lead, Aster International Institute of Oncology, Dr. Vineetha Rijju Consultant -Palliative Medicine and Community Oncology and Sajan Philip, Senior councillor, Oncology department from Aster Medcity attended the press conference held at Ernakulam press club.