GIBS EUROPE 2023
GIBS – European Chapter 

28th & 29th October 2023

Medical Congress on Bladder Pain Syndrome

THEME: CONTAINING THE BLADDER BLAZE

@AMC – Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam

Dear Colleagues,

The science of medicine is under constant evolution in all aspects. The pain arising from the bladder has intrigued physicians and caregivers due to a multitude of causative pathways. Initial attempts with the treatment of antibiotics may be frustrating and the perception of the disease process changes rapidly from one of organic origin to psychological one in most patients.

This is primarily due to lack of objective evidence of ‘pathology’ in these patients. This leads to piling up misery for the patient, as now the patient is suffering from insinuations from close family members in addition to the debilitating pain arising out of bladder. Bladder pain syndrome, of which Hunner’s lesion disease is now more than a constituent, has been spoiling many a happy family.

The flares of pain that these patients suffer just when they are trying to get positive are devastating, resulting in last minute cancellation of family trips and celebrations. The science of this disease is evolving, and we have a unique opportunity to be part of the history of evolution if the same.

Global Interstitial Cystitis Bladder pain society (GIBS) provides opportunities to share knowledge and build ideas. This upcoming GIBS European Chapter of Global Interstitial Cystitis Bladder Pain Society (GIBS) is being put together with a theme ‘Containing the Bladder Blaze’ in Amsterdam, a great place to find Dutch art and culture, and the city has a rich history that dates back to the 13th century. I invite you to indulge in the scientific bonanza along with witnessing the multicultural capital of the country.

Looking forward to welcoming you in person.

With Warm Regards,