Vascular access practice continues to evolve as devices and techniques proliferate. From 15 to 17 April 2026 Valencia hosts the ninth edition of the global congress focused on short and long term venous access, aimed at clinicians and healthcare professionals.
Dates and venue in Valencia
The 9th WoCoVa takes place from 15 to 17 April 2026 at the Valencia Congress Centre (VCC). The venue accommodates the scientific programme, practical sessions and the exhibition area.
Attendee profile and headline number
WoCoVa gathers a multidisciplinary professional audience. This edition brings together 1,339 participants from 58 countries, reflecting a broad international representation across clinical roles.
Programme highlights
Organised by GloVANet with support from the Spanish National Vascular Access Society (SEINAV), the three-day congress features parallel scientific sessions, poster presentations and short practical training sessions. Industry-sponsored symposia and product demonstration sessions are part of the schedule. A real-time translation system was implemented so attendees can follow presentations in their preferred language on personal devices.
Practical advice for commercial prospecting
If you attend with business goals, focus on product demonstrations and sponsored symposia where companies showcase innovations. Prepare a short list of target contacts per day and craft a concise value proposition for brief meetings. Use technical handouts and clinical case summaries to facilitate discussions, and book short follow-up meetings after relevant scientific sessions to move conversations forward.
Getting the most from practical sessions
Short practical sessions are meant for hands-on learning and device familiarisation. Define specific learning objectives, check which faculty lead each session and request early access to demonstrations. The translation service helps follow technical details across languages, improving the quality of technical conversations.
Closing note and official link
Valencia hosts a congress that combines scientific depth with practical demonstrations, useful for clinicians and companies focused on vascular access. Program details and resources are available at http://www.wocova.com/ to help plan attendance between 15 and 17 April 2026.
