Dear colleagues and friends, allow us to invite you to participate in the Central European Meeting (CEM25), which will be held on April 25-26, 2025 in Prague. The carefully designed scientific program will present updates from all areas of modern urology while providing ample opportunities for interactive discussions. We have chosen the International Hotel as the venue and I am sure you will appreciate its exceptional character.
We look forward to seeing you in Prague in April,
Yours
Marko Babjuk President of the Meeting
Shahrokh Shariat CEUS Secretary General
Place of the event
Grand Hotel International Prague Koulova 16 Praha 6 https://www.hotelint.cz/konference/
Registration
Registration for the conference starts on Sunday December 1st 2024 online via the registration system on the event website www.cem25.com/registration.
Registration fees
Undergraduate student
free
Urologist from CEUS countries – Residents
100€
Urologist from CEUS countries – Physicians
200€
Urologist from other than CEUS countries
250€
Urologist from other than CEUS countries – Residents
opening of registration, opening of abstract collection – 1.12.2024
end of abstract collection – 28.2.2025
closing of registration – 10.4.2025
Terms and conditions for abstract submission
The maximum length of the abstract is 300 words (this does not include the title of the paper, the names of the authors and their affiliations and dedications). The abstract of the original work is structured as follows: Title – Authors – Affiliation – Introduction – Material and Methods – Results – Conclusion
Poster preparation
As part of the CEM25 scientific program, we are pleased to announce the traditional poster session, which will take place on Friday, April 25, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Posters will be presented in printed format, size A0.
From the submitted posters, the eight best will be selected for oral presentations in the Saturday afternoon program (5-minute presentation + 2-minute discussion). The selected authors will be notified in advance.
We appreciate all those who have already registered for active participation and encourage additional interested participants to submit their posters for presentation at CEM25.
The deadline for abstract submission has been extended to Friday, March 14 (inclusive).
How to submit your poster:
Abstract can be submitted via the conference website www.cem25.com. Registration is required first, and the registration form includes an option to upload an abstract. After the abstract submission deadline, selected authors will be invited to prepare a printed poster for presentation during the “poster walk” on Friday, April 25 (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM).
To submit an abstract, please check the box labeled “I want to submit an abstract (optional)” during the registration process.
Program
Friday, April 25
14:00 – 15:00 | Registration 15:30 – 17:00 | Workshops – Hands on courses 17:00 – 19:00 | Poster walk with food – (moderated poster walk starts 18:00) Poster viewing from 15:00 – 19:00 Moderators: will be specified according to number of posters 15:30 – 17:30 | CEUS board meeting
Saturday, April 26
08:00 – 08:20 | Welcome and introduction by president and representatives of national societies 08:20 – 08:30 | Session of invited speakers 1 08:30 – 09:00 | Renal cancer 09:00 – 09:30 | Stone disease 09:30 – 09:50 | Session of invited speakers 2 | EAU Lecture 09:50 – 10:00 | Indications and techniques of M-F conversion 10:00 – 10:30 | Bladder cancer 10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee break 11:00 – 11:30 | Pediatric urology. Vesicoureteral reflux 11:30 – 12:00 | Female urology 12:00 – 12:30 | BPH 12:30 – 13:00 | Andrology 13:00 – 13:45 | Lunch break 13:45 – 14:45 | 8 Best Posters 14:45 – 15:15 | Reconstructive urology 15:15 – 15:45 | Prostate cancer 1 15:45 – 16:15 | Prostate cancer 2 16:15 – 16:45 | Coffee break 16:45 – 18:15 | Country competition 18:15 – 18:30 | CEUS lecture from new president 18:30 – 18:45 | Award session: country competition and poster winners 18:45 – 19:00 | Goodbye and farewell
Accommodation
As part of the registration, we offer accommodation directly at the Grand Hotel International Prague, where the entire event will take place. If you are interested in staying at this hotel, please fill in the relevant sections during registration.
The capacity of the hotel is limited, if it is full, please use a platform offering accommodation, such as booking.com, trivago.com, hotels.com etc.
In the immediate vicinity, you will find, for example, the following hotels: Hotel Silenzio (www.hotelsilenzio.cz), Vienna House by Wyndham Diplomat Prague (www.wyndhamhotels.com), Hotel DAP (www.volareza.cz/hotel-dap), Hotel Schwaiger (www.hotelschwaiger.cz) etc.
Due to the expected high number of participants of the event, werecommend early booking of accommodation.
Transportation to the hotel
From the airport
The journey takes approximately 30–40 minutes by public transport or 20–30 minutes by car.
By public transport
Take bus 119 from the airport to Nádraží Veleslavín (about 15–20 minutes). Change to metro line A (green line) at Nádraží Veleslavín and go in the direction of Depo Hostivař. Get off at the Dejvická station (3 stops). From Dejvická , it’s about a 10-minute walk to the Grand Hotel International. Or you can also take tram 18 from Vítězné náměstí station in the direction of Nádraží Podbaba and get off at Zelená station (2 stops), which is a short walk from the hotel.
By taxi or rideshare
Taxis and services like Uber are available directly at the airport. The ride takes around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
By airport shuttle
You can book an airport shuttle service that will drop you directly at the hotel. This option is available at the venue website (registration) for € 35 one way.
From main train station
The journey takes about 25–30 minutes by public
By public transport
From Hlavní nádraží, take metro line C (red line) in the direction of Háje.Change at Muzeum station to metro line A (green line) in the direction of Nemocnice Motol. Get off at Dejvická station (5 stops). Or you can also take tram 26 from Hlavní nádraží to Vítězné náměstí (15 stops). From Dejvická / Vítězné náměstí , it’s about a 10-minute walk to the Grand Hotel International. Or you can also take tram 18 from Vítězné náměstí station in the direction of Nádraží Podbaba and get off at Zelená station (2 stops), which is a short walk from the hotel.
By taxi or rideshare
Taxis and services like Uber are available at the station.
With car + parking
The Grand Hotel International is located in the Dejvice district, easily accessible by car. Upon arrival, you’ll see the hotel’s main entrance on Koulova Street. There is a drop-off zone directly in front of the entrance for quick stops or unloading luggage.
Hotel parking
For parking, the hotel offers a secured parking lot located just behind the building. Guests can enter the parking area from the side street, and signs will direct you towards the entrance. Parking is paid, and the reception desk can provide details about rates and availability. Parking spots are limited, so it is advisable to check with the hotel in advance to ensure a space.
Street parking
You can find public street parking around the hotel, particularly on Koulova Street and nearby side streets. These spaces are usually part of the city’s paid parking zones (blue and green zones). The blue zone is typically reserved for residents, while the green zone allows for longer-term paid parking.
You can pay for parking via the mobile app or parking meters located along the street. Make sure to check the signs for specific hours and fees, as parking is often restricted during peak hours or to residents with permits.
Nearby public parking lots
There are several public parking garages and lots in the Dejvice area, including one at Vítězné náměstí, which is about a 10-minute walk from the hotel. These lots usually offer hourly or daily parking rates.
It is recommended to check the availability and fees beforehand, especially during busy times. Street parking can be limited, so using public transport or reserving a spot in the hotel’s lot might be more convenient.
