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2026
President's Message
On behalf of the Asian Pacific Craniofacial Association (APCA), it is our great honor to extend a formal invitation to you for the 14th APCA Congress, to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 28-30, 2026.
This premier event will convene the world's leading craniofacial and cleft surgeons, pediatric neurosurgeons, orthodontists, speech-language pathologists, and dedicated allied health professionals. We are curating a comprehensive scientific program designed to showcase the most significant advancements, pioneering research, and innovative techniques in our field.
A distinctive feature of this congress is its unique intersection with the field of Plastic Surgery. Attendees will have an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a broader community of experts and explore a wide range of interdisciplinary topics, fostering holistic approaches to patient care.
Set against the dynamic and welcoming backdrop of Bangkok, this congress promises to be both an inspiring academic event and a memorable occasion for professional collaboration and global friendship.
We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you to Bangkok for what promises to be an exceptional experience.
Nond Rojvachiranonda, MD
President, Asian Pacific Craniofacial Association
Scientific Program at a Glance
Day 1: Wednesday 28 October 2026
| Plastic Surgery | Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery | Oral Presentation | |||
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| Time | Vibhavadee Ballroom A | Vibhavadee Ballroom B | Krungthep 2 | Krungthep 4 | Krungthep 3 |
| 8:00-8:30 | Welcome Speech by President of Congress, President of the Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand President of the Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons of Thailand President of APCP President of APCLPC President of TCCA |
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| 8:30-9:00 | Plenary Lecture 1 | Honorary Lecture: Prof. Charan Mahatumarat | Free Paper | ||
| 9:00-10:00 | Plenary Lecture 2 | Keynote Lecture: Surgery | |||
| 10:00-10:30 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 10:30-11:00 | The 15th Lim Koonvisarn Memorial Lecture | CF1: Symposium - Secondary repair | CF2: Symposium - Orthodontic management | ||
| 11:00-12:00 | Keynote Lecture | - | |||
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 13:00-14:00 | Keynote Lecture | CF3: Speech management | CF4: Alveolar Bone Grafting | ||
| 14:00-15:00 | PS1: Breast Reconstruction | PS2: | Free Paper | ||
| 15:00-15:30 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 15:30-17:00 | PS3: Eyelid | PS4: Body Contouring | CF5: Symposium - Multidisciplinary care | CF6: Symposium - Telemedicine, Thaicleft link, Thaicleft care | Free Paper |
| 17:00-18:00 | Cocktail Reception *All are welcome | ||||
Day 2: Thursday 29 October 2026
| Plastic Surgery | Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery | Oral Presentation | |||
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| Time | Vibhavadee Ballroom A | Vibhavadee Ballroom B | Krungthep 2 | Krungthep 4 | Krungthep 3 |
| 8:30-9:00 | Keynote Lecture 2 | Honorary Lecture: Prof. Somchai Satravaha | |||
| 9:00-10:00 | PS5 | PS6 | Keynote Lecture: Speech | Free Paper | |
| 10:00-10:30 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 10:30-12:00 | PS7 | PS8 | CF7: Psychosocial and multidisciplinary | CF8: Symposium - Craniofmaxillofacial trauma | Free Paper |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 13:00-14:30 | PS9 | PS10 | CF9: Orthognathic management | CF10: Symposium - Nursing care | Free Paper |
| 14:30-15:00 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 15:00-16:30 | PS11 | PS12 | CF11: Symposium - Craniofacial / Craniosynostosis | CF12: Symposium - Speech | Free Paper |
| 18:00-22:00 | Gala Dinner (Outdoor Garden: Suan Bua Restarant) | ||||
Day 3: Friday 30 October 2026
| Plastic Surgery | Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery | Oral Presentation | |||
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| Time | Vibhavadee Ballroom A | Vibhavadee Ballroom B | Krungthep 2 | Krungthep 4 | Krungthep 3 |
| 8:30-9:00 | Plenary Lecture 3 | Keynote Lecture: Orthodontic Management | |||
| 9:00-9:30 | Plenary Lecture 4 | Keynote Lecture: Nursing Care | Free Paper | ||
| 9:30-10:00 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 10:00-11:00 | PS13 | PS14 | CF13: Symposium - Orthodontic Management | CF14: Symposium - Velopharyngeal Insufficiency | |
| 11:00-12:00 | PS15 | PS16 | CF15: Symposium - 3D Technology | CF16: Symposium - ENT | Free Paper |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 13:00-14:00 | BUSINESS MEETING of ThPRS & ThSAPS | BUSINESS MEETING of TCCA | BUSINESS MEETING of APCA | BUSINESS MEETING of APCLPC | |
| 14:00-14:30 | Coffee Break & E-Posters & Exhibition (Venue: Exhibition Hall) |
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| 14:30-16:00 | PS17 | PS18 | CF17: Symposium - Craniofacial Reconstruction | CF18: Symposium - Network | Free Paper |
| 16:00-16:30 | Closing Ceremony & Farewell | ||||