ESSD Board

  • Rainer Dziewas President
  • Julie Regan Vice-President
  • Ivy Cheng Secretary
  • Björn Degen Treasurer
  • Numan Demir Board Member
  • Stefanie Duchac Board Member
  • Andrea Hofmayer Board Member
  • Nathalie Rommel Board Member
  • Martina Scharitzer Board Member
  • Renée Speyer Board Member
  • Sreemathy Venkatraman Board Member
  • Eric Verin Board Member

Local Committee

  • Sonja Suntrup-Krüger
  • Paul Muhle
  • Anne Jung
  • Sigrid Ahring
  • Inga Claus
  • Stephan Oelenberg
  • Christina Wüller
  • Jonas von Itter
  • Isabel Brandebusemeyer
  • Nora Schmit

Scientific Committee

  • Rainer Dziewas
  • Sonja Suntrup-Krüger
  • Ivy Cheng
  • Nathalie Rommel
  • Martina Scharitzer
  • Renée Speyer
  • Shaheen Hamdy
  • Laura Baijens
  • Julie Regan
  • Emilia Michou
  • Antonio Schindler

UKM Fotozentrale Peter Leßmann

Welcome to this year’s European Society for Swallowing Disorders (ESSD) Congress, hosted in the picturesque city of Münster. It is our great honor and pleasure to welcome you from September 23 – September 27 to one of Germany's most historic and culturally rich cities.

This year's congress promises an engaging program that not only reflects the latest research and clinical practices but also provides plenty opportunities for networking and collaboration. We are excited to bring together experts from around the world to share insights, discuss groundbreaking developments, and to advance together in the diagnostic, treatment, and research of swallowing disorders.

Münster, often referred to as the “Cultural Capital of Westphalia,” provides a fitting backdrop for our gathering. Beyond the professional exchange and academic enrichment, we invite you to explore the charming old town, the famous Prinzipalmarkt, and numerous other stunning places. Meet the local organizing committee and learn about their favourite places in Münster and why it is worth to take some time to soak in the unique ambiance of the city during the ESSD congress.