Organized by ROSPEN · Endorsed by ESPEN

31st ESPEN Basic Course

in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism

8–13 November 2026  ·  Bucharest, Romania

An intensive 6-day residential course aligned with the ESPEN LLL curriculum — lectures, case discussions and interactive workshops led by ESPEN-certified experts.

6
Days, Residential
3
ESPEN LLL Modules
50
Places Available
EACCME
CME Applied For
What You Will Gain

A complete, hands-on foundation in clinical nutrition

Six days of evidence-based teaching, practical workshops and real interdisciplinary case discussions.

Access clinically relevant, evidence-based knowledge in nutritional assessment, diagnosis, and therapy.
Master enteral, parenteral, and oral nutrition support — from foundations to complex clinical scenarios.
Complete 3 ESPEN LLL Diploma modules (EN · PN · Perioperative Nutrition) with formal tests.
Build practical skills: EN/PN techniques, body composition and nutritional assessment workshops.
Work through real interdisciplinary patient cases across GI, oncology, surgery, ICU, and more.
Expand your network across European clinical nutrition specialists and earn EACCME CME credits.
Who Should Attend

Expected Participants

Physicians and other healthcare professionals (nurses, dietitians, pharmacists) active in clinical nutrition. ESPEN members receive priority consideration.

50
places available — first-come, first-served
LLL Diploma Modules
Module 8 — Enteral Nutrition in Adults
Module 9 — Parenteral Nutrition
Module 17 — Perioperative Nutrition

CME accreditation applied for (EACCME).

Welcome Message

A word from the Course Director

“

Dear Colleague,

On behalf of the Romanian Society of Clinical Nutrition (ROSPEN) and the ESPEN Education Committee, we cordially invite you to the 31st ESPEN Basic Course in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, to be held in Bucharest, Romania, 8–13 November 2026.

An intensive 6-day residential course aligned with the ESPEN LLL curriculum, offering healthcare professionals practical clinical nutrition insights through lectures, case discussions, and interactive workshops led by ESPEN-certified experts.

We look forward to welcoming you to Bucharest this November!

Mirea, Liliana-Elena, MD, PhD
Course Director · President, ROSPEN
Faculty

Taught by ESPEN-certified experts

A course led by ROSPEN's organizing committee, international ESPEN faculty, and dedicated local and workshop instructors.

Assoc. Prof. Mirea, Liliana-Elena, MD, PhD
DirectorCourse Director · President, ROSPEN · ESPEN LLL Trainer
Lect. Ungureanu, Raluca, MD, PhD
CoordinatorCourse Coordinator · Director Educational Committee, ROSPEN · ESPEN LLL Trainer
Lect. Ene, Dragoș, MD, PhD
CoordinatorCourse Coordinator · General Secretary, ROSPEN
Prof. Grințescu, Ioana-Marina, MD, PhD
Honorary President, ROSPEN
Lect. Cobilinschi, Cristian, MD, PhD
Deputy Secretary General, ROSPEN · ESPEN LLL Trainer
Popa, Angela, MD
Treasurer, ROSPEN · ESPEN LLL Trainer
Prof. Klek, Stanislaw, MD, PhD
ESPEN Chairman 2024–2028 · Poland
Burgos Peláez, Rosa, MD, PhD
ECPC Chairman · Spain
Assoc. Prof. de la Cuerda, Cristina, MD, PhD
ESPEN General Secretary · Spain
Assoc. Prof. Laviano, Alessandro, MD
Italy
Prof. Meier, Remy, MD
Switzerland
Assoc. Prof. Poulia, Kaliopi-Anna, PhD, RD
Greece
Assoc. Prof. Rotovnik Kozjek, Nada, MD, PhD
Slovenia
Prof. Schneider, Stéphane, MD, PhD
ESPEN Treasurer · France
Prof. Hiesmayr, Michael, MD
Medical University of Vienna, Founder nutritionDay (Austria)
Lect. Cobilinschi, Cristian, MD, PhD
Coordinator
Andrei, Andrei Cosmin, MD
Buiuc, Mihaela, MD
Darie, Iulia-Raluca, MD
Gheorghe, Adina, MD
Moisă, Emanuel, MD, PhD
Zeca, Vlad, MD
TBD
Programme Overview

Six days, eight sessions, three LLL modules

Lectures, LLL Diploma modules, hands-on workshops and interdisciplinary case discussions across the full spectrum of clinical nutrition.

Sessions & Topics
ESPEN & Nutrition-Related Diseases Malnutrition & Cachexia Nutritional Screening & Assessment GLIM Criteria Body Composition Sarcopenia & GLIS
Workshops & Highlights
  • Welcome Reception & Dinner

LLL Module 8 — Enteral Nutrition in Adults
Special Clinical Situations I
Energy & Protein Requirements CHO, Lipids & Fiber Micronutrients EN Indications & Techniques Hospital Food & ONS EN Formulas Ageing Cancer Swallowing Failure Neurological Patient
Workshops & Highlights
  • Hands-on Workshops I–III
  • LLL Module 8 Test
  • IBD Case Discussion

LLL Module 9 — Parenteral Nutrition
IBD Intestinal Failure Short Bowel Syndrome Acute Pancreatitis PN Indications & Techniques Compounding & Ready-to-Use PN PN Monitoring & Complications
Workshops & Highlights
  • Hands-on Workshops I–III
  • LLL Module 9 Test
  • Cancer Case Discussion

Acute & Chronic Renal Disease CRRT Acute & Chronic Liver Disease Refeeding Syndrome Obesity Metabolic Syndrome & Diabetes
Workshops & Highlights
  • Hands-on Workshops I–III
  • Pancreatic Disease Case Discussion
  • Leisure time for sightseeing

LLL Module 17 — Perioperative Nutrition
Pediatric Nutrition Multiple Trauma Surgical Stress & ERAS Perioperative Nutrition Therapy Gut Motility Life with Intestinal Failure: Patient View Critical Illness Geriatrics Microbiota
Workshops & Highlights
  • Hands-on Workshops
  • LLL Module 17 Test
  • Intestinal Failure Case Discussion

Muscle Function Assessment Prescribing Physical Activity Quality of Life Nutrition Education in Medical Schools Ethics in Clinical Nutrition Home Nutrition Support Nutrition Support Teams
Workshops & Highlights
  • Participant Feedback & Quiz
  • Final Test
  • Farewell

* The programme is subject to change.

Registration

Secure your place

75 places available across three tariffs (50 + 5 + 20), allocated first-come, first-served within each category. Maximum 2 participants per country under Tarif 1.

Registration Fee
Category Fee
Tarif 1 — ESPEN member / National Society * 50 seats 250 €
Tarif 2 — Non-ESPEN / Non-PEN 5 seats 950 €
Tarif 3 — Organizer-confirmed participants † 20 seats 450 €

* ESPEN membership proof + recommendation letter from your national society is required. Limited to 2 participants per country (maximum 3, subject to organizer approval).

† Tarif 3 is reserved for participants whose names are confirmed directly by the organizers.

Registration Deadline
October 1, 2026
Registration opens late August 2026
Register Online

Complete the registration form below to secure your place.

Register now!
Venue & Logistics

Where the course takes place

Hotel Capital Plaza
54 Iancu de Hunedoara Bd.
011745 Bucharest, Romania
Getting There

Bucharest is served by Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP). Transfer to the venue takes approximately 30–45 minutes by taxi or shuttle.

Language

The course is conducted entirely in English. No translation is provided.


Contact & Information
Alexandru Mihaiu · alexandru@logosconsult.eu
Mihaela Agaficioaie · mihaela@logosconsult.eu
Additional Information

Fees, process & cancellation policy

Fee includes educational sessions, 3 LLL Courses, certificate of attendance (EACCME), accommodation in double rooms (cat. 1&2) and catering services during the course (lunch/coffee breaks cat. 3).

Stay in single rooms is for extra cost — please contact the hotel directly if you need a single room or wish to stay extra nights. Travel expenses are not covered by ESPEN nor ROSPEN.

Everyone completes the same registration form and uploads a CV. Tarif 1 applicants (ESPEN member / National Society block-member seats) also upload proof of 2026 ESPEN membership and a recommendation letter from their national society.

Tarif 1 is limited to 2–3 delegates from each block-member country.

Please provide accurate invoice data (legal name, billing address, VAT/tax ID if applicable) when registering.

After completing your registration, you will receive an automatic email confirming it was successful — please save this email, as it includes your login details.

Tarif 2 registrants can pay the registration fee online immediately via their user account.

Tarif 1 and Tarif 3 registrations are reviewed by the organizers first (documents for Tarif 1, name confirmation for Tarif 3); the payment link appears in your account only once you receive our approval email. Once payment is made, your invoice will be automatically generated and uploaded to your user account within a few days.

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing (via email) to alexandru@logosconsult.eu no later than October 1, 2026. Verbal cancellation requests will not be accepted.

For cancellation requests made after October 2, 2026, 70% of the paid amount will be refunded.

No refunds will be issued after this date.
Need help?

For any questions about eligibility, documents, or the registration platform, reach out to the organizing team directly.

Contact Organizers