ELSA – surgical association

ELSA is a non-profitable organization

The Surgical Association for Endo-Laparoscopic Surgeons in the Asia-Pacific

About ELSA

The Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA) is a non-profitable organization founded by a small group of Asian endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery enthusiasts in 1990. The society was chartered in Singapore on 12 June 1992 with the following objectives: to foster and develop endoscopic surgery in Asia, to share experience and expertise, and to give advice on standards of practice in member countries.

ELSA today is the major regional representative for endoscopic surgeons in the Asia-Pacific. It is a founding member of the International Federation of Societies of Endoscopic Surgeons (IFSES), and its governing body consists of leaders in endoscopic surgery from 37 countries in the Asia-Pacific, from Turkey in the west to New Zealand in the east.

ELSA Founding Members

ELSA 2024 Organisation Chart

Welcome Messages

It is a great honour and privilege for me to serve as ELSA President following the visionary stewardship of my predecessor Prof Philip Chiu, it is my aspiring wish to continue its legacy. In the new era of surgery with advanced technology and artificial intelligence I look forward to working closely with all members, especially the Executive Committee and Board of Governors of ELSA for equal opportunities on training, education and research activities at Asia-Pacific area.

Prof. M Mahir Ozmen, President

Dear ELSA Members and Colleagues,

ELSA has celebrate 28 year and 3 decades of leadership in promoting safe MIS, in training and education in endo-laparoscopic surgery and in establishing a strong Camaraderie among the surgical community in Asia.

Prof. Davide Lomanto, Secretary General

Quick Links

Download Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia Society (ELSA) App to access details on ELSA 2025 Congress

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Access ELSA 2025 Congress details – just click “Install”
Access the scientific programme – on 5-8 November 2025
Create your own daily schedule – to guide your day
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Chat with other attendees – and in topical forums

ELSA VALUES

OUR VISION

Our Vision is to be the Leading Society in Advancing Excellence in Endo-Laparoscopic Surgery

OUR PHILOSOPHY

The role of ELSA is to promote clinical excellence in Endolaparoscopic surgery through education, research, collaboration and advocacy. Sharing knowledge and develop endolaparoscopic programme in developing countries through supporting resources and education.

OUR COMMITMENT

ELSA as a leading Society in endolaparoscopic surgery in Asia and is committed to the surgical community with important initiative and priorities as:

increase membership recruitment
establish and promote educational activities
support dedicated training programme for developing countries
continue improvement of the interaction within members through website, social media and communication channel and mobile app
actively involve our Corporate partners in our educational and scientific activities
establish research/fellowship grants.