Rheumatology Update Europe 2026
Vienna & Virtual, 17 – 18 April, 2026
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Transparency Notes
Boehringer Ingelheim is a partner of the Rheumatology Update Europe 2026.
Symposium:
Joint decisions between rheumatology and pulmonology: A multidisciplinary approach to CTD-ILD
Speakers:
Thomas Koudstaal, The Netherlands
Jeska de Vries-Bouwstra, The Netherlands
17 April, 2026
13:45 – 14:30
The educational content is independent from direct industry sponsorship, financially supported through an unrestricted educational grant.
This symposium is free and open to all HCPs. No congress registration required — just create an account on the linked platform to join.
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Extra Features
VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
Rheumatology Update Europe lectures on-demand!
All sessions are available on-demand 6 weeks after the event.
Only registered delegates enjoy exclusive access to the full on-demand program.
Revisit expert insights, watch session highlights again, or catch up on anything you missed — anytime, at your convenience.
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ABSTRACTS
Share your work…
The Rheumatology Update Europe gives young rheumatologists, and experienced ones, an excellent opportunity to present their recent research to an interested and knowledgeable audience.
Scientific Board & Speakers

Bimba Hoyer
Germany
Scientific Board

Britta Maurer
Switzerland
Scientific Board

Christian Dejaco
Italy
Scientific Board

Diane van der Woude
The Netherlands
Scientific Board

Natasha Appelman-Dijkstra
The Netherlands
Speaker

Martin Aringer
Germany
Speaker

Laura Coates
UK
Speaker

Gülen Hatemi
Turkey
Speaker

Gregor Holak
Austria
Speaker

Thomas Hügle
Switzerland
Speaker

Uta Kiltz
Germany
Speaker

Benjamin Terrier
France
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