The joint congress of the SIMS and ESSR societies will take place at the Pierre Baudis Conference Center from June 19 to 21, 2025.
Pierre Baudis Conference Center
11 Esplanade Compans Caffarelli
31000 Toulouse, France
How to get there?
By metro, bus, tram: - Stop Compans-Caffarelli :
- Compans-Caffarelli stop:
- Metro line B
- Bus lines 14 / 45 / 63
- Line L1
- Airport and bus station shuttles
By train :
- Toulouse Matabiau SNCF Station
Direct access in 15 minutes
By car :
- Direct access to the Compans Caffarelli parking lot
By plane :
- Toulouse Blagnac International Airport, 8 km away
- Direct access via airport shuttle
Opening hours
| June 19 | June 20 | June 21 |
Welcome area | 7:30 am - 5:30 pm | 7 am - 5:40 pm | 7 am - 4:30 pm |
Exhibition | 7:30 am - 5:30 pm | 7 am - 5:40 pm | 7 am - 4:30 pm |
Conferences | 9 am - 5:30 pm | 8 am - 5:40 pm | 8 am - 5:30 pm |
Badge
Badges are nominative and non transferable. Wearing your badge is mandatory at all times during the conference.
Food & beverage
Coffee breaks and lunches will be served in the exhibition area.
Preview room
The preview room will be open during the opening hours of the conference. It is located in the Mermoz room (above the welcome area – 0,5 floor).
Cloakroom
A cloakroom is available next to the welcome desk. Participants are requested not to leave any personal belongings after closing time.
Security Notice
As part of the Vigipirate national security plan, bags and suitcases will be subject to inspection at the entrance of the congress venue.
To help ensure a smooth and safe entry for all participants, we kindly ask you to:
- Avoid bringing suitcases or large luggage to the venue
- Do not carry any dangerous or prohibited items (e.g. knives, sharp objects, etc.)
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation
OFFICIAL CONGRESS DINNER
Friday, June 20, at Victor Hugo Market
Place Victor Hugo, 31000 Toulouse
The official congress dinner will take place in an iconic location of the "Ville Rose": Victor Hugo Market. This renowned spot for locals brings together regional merchants and producers, symbolizing both gastronomy and the art of living. Guests will have the chance to stroll among the market stalls and enjoy a truly unique culinary experience.
By registration only
Dinner is open to registered participants only.
🎟️ Please don’t forget to collect your dinner wristband in advance – available at the Welcome Area of the congress. Wristbands are required to enter the venue.
How to get there ?
- 🚶♀️ Walking: Approx. 19 minutes
- 🚇 By Metro: Line B → exit at Jeanne d’Arc station, then a short walk
- 🚖 By Taxi or Uber: Approx. 10 minutes from the congress center
ACCOMMODATION & TRAVEL
BOOK YOUR HOTEL
Europa Booking & Services (EBS), the official and exclusive hotel management administrator for the Course.
To help you find the best accommodation near the congress venue we have reserved bedrooms at preferred rates and conditions.
For your group request (up to 5 bedrooms) please contact EBS :
EUROPA BOOKING & SERVICES
Tél. : 05 34 45 64 13
E-mail : ebs@europa-group.com
For individual reservations (less than 5 bedrooms) you can visit our website for online bookings:
BOOK YOUR TRIP
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EBAC® accreditation
Annual congress ESSR & SIMS Joint meeting 2025
ESSR Ultrasound Workshop 2025 starting on 19.06.2025
This programme is accredited by the European Board for Accreditation of Continuing Education for Health Professionals (EBAC®) for 6 CME credit(s).
Annual congress ESSR & SIMS Joint meeting 2025
ESSR Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 starting on 20.06.2025
This programme is accredited by the European Board for Accreditation of Continuing Education for Health Professionals (EBAC®) for 14 CME credit(s).
The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®), and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada hold an agreement on substantial equivalency of accreditation systems with EBAC®.
Through an agreement between the European Board for Accreditation of Continuing Education for Health Professionals and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EBAC® External CME credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert EBAC credit to AMA credit can be found on the AMA website. Other health care professionals may obtain from the AMA a certificate of having participated in an activity eligible for conversion of credit to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE AND CME CREDITS ?
Please note that, in accordance with regulations, your CME credits and certificate of attendance can only be issued once you have completed the evaluation form. This form will be sent to you by email following the conclusion of the event.
