Clinical and research teams focused on diabetes will gather in Lyon from 31 March to 3 April 2026. The Société francophone du diabète 2026 takes place at the Cité - Centre de Congrès Lyon and brings together medical and paramedical professionals for scientific exchange, training and discussion of clinical practice.
Background and recent locations of the congress
The SFD holds annual meetings across francophone venues. Recent cities listed in the association archive include Toulouse, Paris, Montpellier, Nice and Marseille among others. This rotation keeps the congress connected to regional hospital networks and academic centers and supports the participation of both medical and paramedical groups.
Practical information for the Lyon edition
Dates and site are confirmed: 31 March to 3 April 2026 at the Cité - Centre de Congrès Lyon. The event website provides registration, fees and abstract sections as well as pages for paramedical days and thematic sessions. Refer to the official site for schedules and logistical notes.
Typical attendee and exhibitor profile
The congress targets professionals and experts in diabetes care. Attendees often include endocrinologists, primary care physicians with diabetes interest, specialized nursing staff, clinical researchers and teams in charge of therapeutic education. The SFD lists working groups on insulin therapy, continuous glucose measurement, diabetic foot, basic science and patient education, which shape both scientific content and exhibitor presence.
Preparing B2B outreach at the congress
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Identify relevant working groups. Match your offering to the SFD groups that align with your product, for example glucose monitoring or insulin delivery. Direct outreach to group leads.
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Prepare clinical and technical briefs. Bring concise documents highlighting clinical outcomes and safety to support quick technical conversations.
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Schedule meetings in advance. Book one-to-one meetings before the congress to avoid clashes with sessions and use breaks efficiently.
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Assign team roles. Have team members focused on clinical engagement and others on regulatory or procurement discussions.
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Screen abstracts and posters. Reviewing published abstracts helps pinpoint speakers and authors to prioritize during the event.
Final recommendation and official link
The Cité - Centre de Congrès Lyon will host sessions spanning paramedical days and scientific presentations. For companies and clinical teams working on monitoring technologies and insulin therapies, centering conversations on clinical evidence and operational safety increases relevance. Detailed program items, abstracts and registration are published on the SFD official site at https://www.sfdiabete.org/#:~:text=L’%C3%A9dition%202026%20du%20congr%C3%A8s,Centre%20des%20Congr%C3%A8s%20de%20Lyon. Plan team schedules around the working groups most aligned with your offering and prioritize direct contact with abstract authors.
Registration and tickets on the official website: sfdiabete.org
