2^nd ICMART–FILASMA Joint World Congress on Medical Acupuncture

Dear Colleagues, Distinguished Guests, Dear Friends,

It is a great honor and a true privilege to welcome you to the ICMART World Congress 2027 in Montevideo, Uruguay. As the newly elected President of ICMART, I am delighted to greet colleagues and friends from around the world who have come together in the spirit of science, collaboration, and friendship.

Our congress is much more than a scientific meeting. It is a unique opportunity to exchange knowledge, share experiences, build new partnerships, and strengthen the international community of medical acupuncture.

For decades, ICMART has been dedicated to promoting medical acupuncture based on scientific evidence, high educational standards, and international cooperation. Together, we continue to advance our field by encouraging research, supporting education, and fostering dialogue across cultures, disciplines, and healthcare systems.

Acupuncture reminds us that excellent medicine is not only about treating disease, but also about understanding the person as a whole. In an era of rapid technological progress and global health challenges, this holistic perspective is more relevant than ever. By combining the wisdom of traditional knowledge with modern scientific research, we can continue to improve patient care and contribute meaningfully to healthcare worldwide.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our hosts in Uruguay, the local organizing committee, our scientific committee, our speakers, sponsors, and all volunteers whose dedication has made this congress possible.

I encourage each of you to take full advantage of these inspiring days—attend the scientific sessions, engage in lively discussions, exchange ideas, and enjoy the friendships that make the ICMART family so special.

May this congress inspire new ideas, foster lasting collaborations, and strengthen our shared commitment to excellence in medical acupuncture.

Thank you for being here. I wish you a successful, inspiring, and memorable ICMART World Congress 2027.

Welcome to Montevideo, and welcome to ICMART.

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of FILASMA — the Ibero-Latin American Federation of Medical Acupuncture Societies — it is my great honor and pleasure to invite you to participate in the ICMART–FILASMA Medical Acupuncture World Congress 2027, to be held in Montevideo, Uruguay, from October 15th to 17th, 2027.

This Congress will bring together physicians, researchers, educators, and leaders in Medical Acupuncture from all over the world, creating a unique space for scientific exchange, professional development, and international collaboration.

In an era where integrative medicine continues to gain recognition and importance, we believe that acupuncture represents not only a therapeutic discipline of extraordinary value, but also a bridge between cultures, medical traditions and scientific perspectives. Our meeting in Uruguay will celebrate this spirit of integration, innovation, and shared knowledge.

Montevideo, one of South America’s most welcoming and vibrant capitals, will receive you with its renowned hospitality, safety, culture, and quality of life. Beyond the Congress itself, Uruguay offers visitors an exceptional opportunity to discover the beauty and diversity of our region. From here, you may also explore neighboring countries and some of the most fascinating destinations in Latin America.

We are preparing a scientific program of the highest academic level, featuring distinguished international speakers, cutting-edge research, clinical experiences, and opportunities for meaningful dialogue among colleagues from different continents and traditions.

Above all, we hope this Congress will strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation that unite the global medical acupuncture community.

We warmly invite you to join us in Montevideo for this unforgettable international gathering.

We look forward to welcoming you to Uruguay in 2027.

Some scientific meetings are remembered for the knowledge they share. Others are remembered for the people they bring together. We believe the ICMART–FILASMA World Congress 2027 on Medical Acupuncture will be remembered for both.

It is our great honor and heartfelt pleasure to welcome physicians, scientists, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals from around the world to Montevideo, Uruguay, for a unique gathering dedicated to Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine.

Our Congress is founded on a simple but powerful belief: that scientific excellence grows stronger when knowledge is shared openly, cultures meet with mutual respect, and professional relationships evolve into lasting friendships. In an increasingly connected world, Medical Acupuncture has become a bridge—not only between medical traditions and scientific disciplines, but also between people who share a common commitment to improving patients’ lives.

Over the course of this Congress, internationally renowned speakers from every region of the world will present the latest advances in clinical practice, scientific research, education, and innovation. Together, we will explore new ideas, challenge established concepts, and strengthen the evidence that supports the future of our field.

Hosting this World Congress is a special source of pride for Uruguay. Our country has more than six decades of history in Medical Acupuncture. In 2001, acupuncture was officially recognized as a medical act by Presidential Decree, and since 2021 it has been established as a university-based postgraduate medical program. These milestones reflect Uruguay’s enduring commitment to high academic standards, scientific integrity, and quality medical education.

Beyond the scientific program, we hope you will discover the spirit of Uruguay itself. You will find a country known for its warmth, safety, openness, and hospitality—a place where visitors quickly feel at home. Montevideo, with its relaxed atmosphere, rich cultural heritage, vibrant culinary scene, and beautiful waterfront, offers the perfect setting for meaningful conversations both inside and outside the lecture halls.

For those wishing to extend their stay, Uruguay also offers unforgettable experiences, from Atlantic beaches and renowned wineries to historic towns and peaceful countryside. It is also an ideal gateway to explore some of South America’s most remarkable destinations.

Above all, we hope you leave Montevideo with more than new knowledge. We hope you return home with new collaborations, new friendships, fresh inspiration, and the satisfaction of having been part of a truly global community dedicated to advancing Medical Acupuncture.

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, the Uruguayan Medical Acupuncture Association, FILASMA, and ICMART, we warmly invite you to join us for this unforgettable journey.

We look forward to welcoming you to Montevideo in 2027—with open minds, open hearts, and a shared commitment to advancing Medical Acupuncture.