The Operating Room Global (TORG)
Overview:
The Operating Room Global (TORG) is a global professional platform representing over 213,000 perioperative professionals across 101 countries and is currently the largest network of all operating room professionals in one place with 42 healthcare disciplines and specialties represented. The organization was founded in Nigeria in 2015 and now has over 20 chapters in different countries, with 29 out of the 101 countries based in Africa. Our mission is to advance surgical and perioperative care through education, research, advocacy, and capacity building. In 2025, TORG proudly celebrates its 10th Anniversary, marking a decade of impact in surgical care, education, and innovation (www.operatingroomissues.org).
King Faisal Hospital Rwanda is a multi-specialty quaternary hospital providing specialized healthcare across East and Central Africa. For over 22 years, it has maintained a strong focus on clinical excellence, efficiency, and quality in healthcare delivery. With state-of-the-art facilities, advanced medical technology, and highly trained professionals, it ensures accessible, affordable, and high-quality care for patients (https://kfh.rw/).
Conference Aim & Objectives
The conference aims to:
- Showcase Surgical Innovations
- Promote Global Collaboration
- Recognize Institutional Role in Surgical Excellence
- Enhance Surgical Care Accessibility
- Enhance Patient Safety in Surgical and Perioperative Care
- Strengthen Healthcare Systems
- Advance Evidence-Based Practice & Research
- Promote Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
- Support Leadership Development
- Prepare for Future Health Challenges
- Encourage Sustainable Healthcare Practices
- Celebrate a Decade of Progress
Conference Theme and Sub-Themes
Theme:
“Pioneering the Future of Surgery: Safety, Innovations and Sustainable Healthcare”
Sub-Themes:
- Innovations in Surgery: New Techniques and Technologies
- Patient Safety in Surgical and Perioperative Care
- Telemedicine and Remote Surgery: Expanding Access
- Sustainable Healthcare Practices in Low-Resource Settings
- Enhancing Surgical Workforce Resilience
- Ethics and Leadership in Global Surgery
📅 HYBRID EVENT:
➡️ Arrivals: Monday, 25th August 2025
➡️ Conference Dates: August 26–28, 2025, Venue: Nobleza Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda.
➡️ Tours: Friday, August 29, 2025
➡️ Departures: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Registration Details
Early Bird Registration:
- In-Person LMICs excluding Rwanda: 150 USD
- In-Person: All Other Countries: 200 USD
- Rwandans: Free
- Speakers & Panelists: Free
- Online Only: 40 USD, All Other Countries – Workshops Excluded)
- Online Only: 20 USD, LMICs/Developing Countries LMICs (excluding Rwanda): Workshops Excluded)
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- Optional for In-person Attendees (Kigali Tours – 73 USD Per Person for all attendee categories, Not included with Registrations)
Developing Countries or LMICs – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Dem. Rep., Congo, Rep., Côte d’Ivoire, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, The, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Kyrgyz Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Uganda, Vietnam, Yemen, Rep., Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Accommodation, Feeding, and Tourism:
• Accommodation included with Registrations for International attendees and speakers only.
• Flight costs and meals outside conference hours are personal expenses for all categories of attendees.
• Sightseeing, tourism activities are personal expenses for all categories of attendees.
Early Bird Timeline:
• Registration Opens: 7th February 2025
• Early Bird Deadline: 30th April 2025
Late Bird Timeline:
• Late Registration Opens: 1st May 2025
• Late Bird Deadline: 10th July 2025
Cancellation and Substitution Policy
Substitutions:
If you are unable to attend, you may designate a substitute delegate at no additional cost. The name of the substitute must be provided at least two weeks prior to the conference, and full payment must have been completed.
Refund Policy:
- Cancellations made 60 days or more before the conference will receive a 75% refund.
- Cancellations made between 30 and 60 days before the conference will receive a 50% refund.
- Cancellations made less than 30 days before the event are non-refundable.
- Virtual and discounted registrations are non-refundable.
- Any bank charges incurred during the refund process will be borne by the participant.
Benefits for Attendees:
- Full access to sessions, including keynotes, workshops, and panels.
- Participation in live Q&A sessions with global experts.
- CPD Certification of Participation.
- Access to digital conference materials and recordings post-event.
- Networking opportunities through all platforms.
- Opportunity to present abstracts and showcase research
- Access to sponsor networking and booths.