2026 International Congress
"Restoring natural fertility"
"Restoring natural fertility - Old challenges and new perspectives"
Madrid 27th - 28th November 2026
We look forward to welcoming you to the 2nd International Congress “Restoring natural fertility – Old challenges and new perspectives”, hosted in Madrid, Spain on November 27 and 28th, 2026. The Scientific Secretary is working hard and enthusiastically to ensure a congress that sparks inspiration, encourages collaboration, leaving a lasting imprint on the management of couple infertility, in the perspective of the restoration of natural fertility. We are confident that the discussions and connections promoted here will open new perspectives and strengthen our shared mission.
The congress is hosted in English, with simultaneous translation in Spanish and Italian.
The Congress is a blended learning event. Thus, those who will attend the in-person event, will receive a link to partecipate to the distance learning activities, accredited in Italy for Continous Medical Education.
The Scientific Organizing Comitee
- Alberto Ferlin
- Giuseppe Grande
- Luis Lopez-Fando Lavalle
- Ignacio Sanchez-Mendez
- Jaime Siegrist
- Elena Postigo Solana
Program
Venue: Universidad Francisco de Vitoria – Pozuelo, Madrid.
Auditorium, Edificio H
15.00 – Welcome and introduction
15.15 – Opening lecture:
Moderate: C. Foresta, N. Suszczewicz
From deep phenotyping of the female factor of infertility to the restoration of natural fertility: clinical experience – I. Sanchez- Mendez
15.40 – Roundtable: Second-level diagnostics in female infertility: what really changes management?
Moderate: N. Di Simone, J. Gjoshe
- Advanced ultrasound phenotyping of ovulatory dysfunctions – N. Redondo
- Chronic endometritis: when, how and why to diagnose it – Speaker TBC
- The forgotten cervical factor: mucus, infections and inflammation and fertility – A. Merola
Discussants: L. Antunes, J. Siegrist
16.40 – Expert-opinion roundtable: which criteria in 2026 for male tract inflammation in the infertile patients?
Moderate: A. Garolla, Moderator TBC
- Prevalence, actual classification and open problems – A. Delbarba
- Symptoms and urological criteria – C. Marenghi
- Microbiological and seminal criteria – D. Milardi
- Ultrasound criteria – P. Palego
Discussants: C. Bruno, R. Mazzilli
A proposal for a diagnostic classification – G. Grande
18.00 – Coffee break
18.20 – Expert-opinion roundtable: Role of microbiota and precision probiotic supplementation in couple infertility
Moderate: C. Bruno, E. Tywanek
- Female reproductive tract microbiota: diagnosis and personalized interventions – Speaker TBC
- Male tract microbiota: diagnosis and personalized interventions – R. Mazzilli
Discussants: E. Vergani, N. Di Simone
Resuming of the expert opinion – G. Grande
19.05 – Roundtable: Urological microsurgery and robotic surgery for male factor infertility
Moderate: J.I. Martinez-Salamanca, Pilar Moreno M
- Varicocele repair surgery – L. Lopez-Fando
- Obstructive azoospermia and the role of robotic surgery in restoring natural fertility – S. Lujan
- Reconstruction after vasectomy- F. Villacampa
Discussant: G. Bocardo, C.S. Rodriguez
20.00 – Conclusion of the first day of the Congress
Venue: Universidad Francisco de Vitoria – Pozuelo, Madrid.
Auditorium, Edificio H
9.00 – Roundtable The personalization of hormonal treatment
Moderate: D. Romualdi, KK Jankowska
- Hormonal stimulation in chronic anovulation and ovulatory disfunctions – M Lombarte
- The modern treatment of uterine fibroids – A. La Marca
- The personalization of FSH treatment in the male – A. Ferlin
- SERM: from an aspecific to a targeted treatment – A. Graziani
Discussants: A. Garolla, D. Milardi
10.15 Expert opinion roundtable: Role of ginecological surgery in infertility
Moderate: A. Natale, C. Galocha
- Endometriosis surgery and fertility restoration; first-line Vs second-line surgery in infertilit
- PROS first-line – T. Hilghers
- PROS second-line – J. Siegrist
- Tubal defects; laparoscopic and hysteroscopic approaches – P. Alonso
- Myomectomy: when surgery really improves fertility – L. Selvaggi
Discussants: L. Antunes, M. Guida
Resuming of the expert opinion – S. Alonso
11.20 – Open coffee break
11.40 – Roundtable: Fertility awarness methods: scientific bases
Moderate: M. Guida, S. Dal Zoppo
- Cervical mucus: from physiology to clinical use as marker in infertile couples – M. Larrù
- The digital revival of basal body temperature – R. Ecochard
Discussants: A. Merola, C. Galocha
12.25 – Roundtable: “The Couple as Patient: Psychological, Ethical, and Relational Dimensions in Natural Fertility Restoration”
Moderate: M. López Barahona
- Psychological Resilience in Infertile Couples: Support Strategies for Natural Fertility Pathways. – D. Bellantoni
- Infertility’s Impact on Marital Intimacy: Sexological Interventions and Relational Dynamics. – J. Kiesner
- Anthropological and Ethical Framework for Natural Fertility Restoration: Dignity, Procreation, and Informed Consent. – E. Postigo Solana
- Building Trust: The Doctor-Couple Alliance in Restorative Approaches. – Sonsoles Alonso
Discussants: T. Pérez, M. Rodríguez
13.40 – Conclusions
14.00 – End of the conference
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Congress Venue
The congress venue is Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, a modern and internationally oriented university located just outside Madrid.
The campus offers state-of-the-art conference facilities, comfortable learning spaces, and a welcoming academic environment.
Surrounded by green areas and well connected to the city center and Madrid-Barajas Airport, it provides an ideal setting for scientific exchange and networking.
Participants will enjoy both the vibrant atmosphere of Madrid and the tranquility of the university campus.
Regular Registration
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Attendance to all scientific sessions
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Certificate of attendance
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Coffee breaks
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VAT
Concession Registration
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Attendance to all scientific sessions
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Certificate of attendance
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Coffee breaks
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VAT
Student Registration
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Attendance to all scientific sessions
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Certificate of attendance
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Coffee breaks
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VAT
Eligibility for discounted or reduced-price admission must be verified by providing appropriate supporting documentation either at check-in or, upon request, before the event.
Do not miss the opportunity
Networking Cocktail Dinner
Join us for an exclusive Networking Cocktail Dinner on Friday at 21:30 at Fundación Jérôme Lejeune in Madrid. This optional event offers a unique opportunity to meet fellow participants, exchange ideas, and build valuable professional connections in an informal setting. Places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is strongly recommended to secure your spot.