Our first Family Conference of the year will be held at the Royal Seginus Hotel in Antalya, Turkey, on May 7-9, 2026. The conference will be jointly hosted by Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI) and Dr. Huseyin Demirbilek and KOHHA-DER – Turkish Congenital Hyperinsulinism Families Association.
We are pleased to invite families, physicians, researchers, and international patient communities to join us for an inspiring and meaningful gathering.
View the Conference Agenda here.
Antalya provides a beautiful and welcoming backdrop for our time together. Known for its stunning coastline, charming historic old town, and relaxed, resort-like atmosphere, the city sits along the Gulf of Antalya. Its blend of sunny beaches, ancient history, and vibrant culture creates a warm and memorable setting for attendees to connect, learn, and recharge together.
The CHI staff, world-renowned physicians, researchers, congenital hyperinsulinism (HI) specialists, HI family members, and CHI advocacy leaders will present at the conference.
Highlights from the weekend will include small breakout groups based on HI type and concern, opportunities to get to know HI families and medical professionals, wonderful group lunches and dinners, and engaging activities for the children.
Cost: Attendance is completely free for individuals with HI, their families, clinicians, and researchers — including all sessions, meals, and activities throughout the conference.
Translation and babysitting services will be provided at the event.
HI Family Hotel Scholarships: Financial assistance is available for families who need support with hotel costs to attend the conference. Please note that this scholarship covers hotel accommodations only — travel and transportation costs are not included. If you would like to apply, please complete the short scholarship application form using the link below. We encourage all families who need assistance to apply — our goal is to ensure that no family misses out due to financial barriers. HI Family Scholarship Application
Together, we will share knowledge, strengthen connections, and build hope for the future.
Jump ahead to register for the event.
Possible presentation and small group topics include:
- The History of HI
- HI Diagnosis, Surgery, Management, and Treatment
- Ask the Experts
- HI-Stories from families
- Investigational Therapies Under Development
- HI Advocacy and Awareness updates
- HI Life Hacks
- The LightCure Project
- Outcomes Reports from Turkey
- How Research Helps to Tell the HI Story
Expected speakers include:
- Dr. Indi Banerjee
- Dr. Oliver Blankenstein
- Dr. Antonia Dastamani (Invited)
- Dr. Huseyin Demirbilek
- Dr. Diva De León-Crutchlow
- Dr. Sarah Flanagan
- Dr. Sonya Galcheva
- Clare Gilbert, RN (Invited)
- Dr. Khalid Hussain
- Dr. Nino Kheladze
- Julie Raskin
- Kristen Rohli, PhD
- Jennifer Schmitt
- Ulrike Seyfarth
- Dr. Pratik Shah (Invited)
- Dr. Paul Thornton
- Sevilay Tokgöz, PhD
Please register to secure your spot below:
