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What happens when 165 pediatric endocrinologists and 23 global experts come together in Amsterdam? Celebrating the success of EXPLORE 2026 Earlier this month, we were proud to bring together 165 healthcare professionals and 23 expert faculty members from around the world for EXPLORE 2026—a scientific forum focused on advancing care in pediatric endocrinology. Guided by our vision, "Every Decision Matters to Grow with Confidence," the meeting fostered knowledge exchange, collaboration, and discussion around some of the most important challenges facing children with endocrine conditions today. Through interactive lectures, practical workshops, and collaborative roundtable discussions, participants explored opportunities to share expertise, learn from one another, and strengthen connections across the global pediatric endocrinology community. Key themes from the summit included: 🔹 Enhancing the patient journey Discussions focused on growth-related disorders, addressing gender bias in healthcare, supporting adolescents transitioning to adult care, and considering long-term growth and fertility outcomes following cancer treatment. 🔹 Exploring the future of digital health Experts examined the potential of digital health technologies, AI, telehealth, and real-world data to support more personalized and informed care. 🔹 Addressing rare and complex conditions Sessions highlighted advances in understanding rare genetic disorders, metabolic conditions, bone health, and the role of early screening in supporting timely diagnosis. 🔹 Learning through collaboration Interactive case-based workshops encouraged participants to exchange perspectives and discuss approaches to complex growth and genetic conditions. Why it matters Progress in healthcare is driven by collaboration. By bringing together experts from across disciplines, geographies, and healthcare systems, EXPLORE 2026 created opportunities to share knowledge and discuss how we can continue improving care for children and adolescents living with endocrine conditions. A sincere thank you to all participants, faculty members, and colleagues who contributed to making this event possible. #EXPLORE2026 #PediatricEndocrinology #AsOneForPatients