NDWM 2026 — Seoul
3-Day International Conference Seoul, Republic of Korea

International Diabetes & Weight Management Conference 2026

Advancing Diabetes Care, Weight Management & Pharmaceutical Innovation

Date 1–3 September 2026
Location Seoul, Republic of Korea
Venue Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas
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Conference Overview

Three days of scientific sessions, expert discussions, pharmaceutical updates, and interactive workshops in Seoul.

  • Latest advances in diabetes and obesity care
  • GLP-1 and incretin-based therapies
  • Clinical pharmacy & pharmaceutical innovation
  • Digital health, AI & emerging technologies
  • International collaboration & networking

About the Conference

NDWM 2026 brings together endocrinologists, physicians, pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, researchers, healthcare leaders, and industry experts for three days of scientific exchange and professional collaboration in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

Key Objectives

  • Present the latest evidence and therapeutic advances in diabetes and obesity
  • Explore emerging pharmacological approaches to weight management
  • Discuss GLP-1 and incretin-based therapies
  • Strengthen the role of pharmacists in diabetes and obesity care
  • Highlight pharmaceutical innovation and new drug-development strategies
  • Explore digital health, AI, and emerging technologies in chronic disease management
  • Promote international scientific and professional collaboration

Who Should Attend

  • Endocrinologists & Diabetologists
  • Physicians & Healthcare Professionals
  • Hospital & Clinical Pharmacists
  • Community Pharmacists
  • Pharmaceutical Industry Professionals
  • Pharmaceutical Scientists & Researchers
  • Regulatory Affairs Professionals
  • Academics & Pharmacy Students
  • Digital Health & Healthcare Innovation Experts

Scientific Agenda

1–3 September 2026 • Seoul, Republic of Korea

Day 1 — 1 September 2026 · Diabetes, Cardiometabolic Health & Emerging Therapies

08:00–09:00
Registration & Networking
Arrival, check-in, and networking.
09:00–09:30
Opening Ceremony
Official conference opening.
09:30–10:05
Global Diabetes Landscape 2026: Challenges & Opportunities
Prof. Min-Jun Kim
10:05–10:40
Cardiovascular Risk Management in Patients with Diabetes
Prof. Ji-Hoon Lee
10:40–11:15
New Frontiers in Diabetes Pharmacotherapy
Prof. Seo-Yeon Park
11:15–11:35
Coffee Break
Refreshments & networking.
11:35–12:10
Optimizing Insulin Therapy: From Conventional Treatment to Smart Insulin Delivery
Prof. Hyun-Woo Choi
12:10–12:45
Continuous Glucose Monitoring & Digital Diabetes Management
Dr. Eun-Ji Kang
12:45–13:30
Panel Discussion: The Future of Diabetes Care
Interactive panel with speakers.
13:30–14:30
Lunch & Networking
Networking, lunch, and exhibition visit.
14:30–15:05
Diabetes, Kidney Disease & Cardiovascular Protection
Prof. Dong-Hyun Lee
15:05–15:40
Precision Medicine in Diabetes Management
Prof. Soo-Min Han
15:40–16:15
Medication Adherence & the Role of Pharmacists in Diabetes Care
Dr. Ji-Won Kim
16:15–17:00
Expert Panel: Integrating Physicians, Pharmacists & Technology in Diabetes Care
Interactive panel with speakers.

Day 2 — 2 September 2026 · Obesity, Weight Management & Pharmacotherapy

08:30–09:00
Registration & Networking
Arrival, check-in, and networking.
09:00–09:35
Obesity as a Chronic Disease: Understanding the New Paradigm
Prof. Jae-Hyun Park
09:35–10:10
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Transforming Obesity Management
Prof. Min-Seok Lee
10:10–10:45
Beyond GLP-1: Dual and Triple Incretin Agonists
Prof. Hye-Jin Kim
10:45–11:05
Coffee Break
Refreshments & networking.
11:05–11:40
Pharmacotherapy for Obesity: Selecting the Right Treatment for the Right Patient
Prof. Sung-Ho Choi
11:40–12:15
Managing Weight Regain After Pharmacological Treatment
Dr. Seo-Jin Lee
12:15–13:00
Panel Discussion: The Future of Anti-Obesity Medicines
Interactive panel with speakers.
13:00–14:00
Lunch & Networking
Networking, lunch, and exhibition visit.
14:00–14:35
Nutrition, Lifestyle & Pharmacotherapy: Finding the Right Balance
Prof. Yu-Na Park
14:35–15:10
Obesity, Cardiovascular Disease & Metabolic Risk
Prof. Tae-Hyun Kim
15:10–15:45
Digital Therapeutics and AI in Weight Management
Dr. Ji-Young Choi
15:45–16:30
Debate: Pharmacological vs Lifestyle Intervention in Long-Term Weight Management
Expert debate session.
16:30–17:00
Day 2 Closing Discussion
Wrap-up and outlook.

Day 3 — 3 September 2026 · Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Innovation

08:30–09:00
Registration & Networking
Arrival, check-in, and networking.
09:00–09:35
The Evolving Role of Pharmacists in Diabetes & Obesity Care
Prof. Young-Min Lee
09:35–10:10
Clinical Pharmacy Services in Chronic Disease Management
Prof. Soo-Jin Kim
10:10–10:45
Medication Therapy Management in Diabetes & Cardiometabolic Disease
Dr. Min-Ho Park
10:45–11:05
Coffee Break
Refreshments & networking.
11:05–11:40
Pharmaceutical Innovation in Diabetes & Obesity Medicines
Prof. Ji-Hyun Choi
11:40–12:15
Novel Drug Delivery Systems for Metabolic Diseases
Prof. Seung-Woo Kim
12:15–13:00
Panel: The Pharmacist as a Key Member of the Metabolic Care Team
Interactive panel with speakers.
13:00–14:00
Lunch & Networking
Networking, lunch, and exhibition visit.
14:00–14:35
AI & Digital Pharmacy: Transforming Pharmaceutical Care
Prof. Hyeon-Jun Lee
14:35–15:10
Real-World Evidence & Pharmacovigilance in New Metabolic Therapies
Dr. Eun-Soo Park
15:10–15:45
From Drug Development to Patient Access: The Pharmaceutical Industry Perspective
Dr. Tae-Won Kim
15:45–16:30
Industry & Pharmacy Leadership Panel: Future Pharmaceutical Care in Metabolic Diseases
Interactive panel with speakers.
16:30–17:00
Closing Ceremony & Awards
Wrap-up, awards, and closing remarks.

Pre-Conference Workshops

31 August 2026 • Seoul, Republic of Korea

Workshop 1 — 09:00–12:00

Advanced Diabetes Pharmacotherapy Workshop

  • Insulin optimization
  • GLP-1 therapies
  • Medication selection
  • Complex patient cases

Workshop 2 — 09:00–12:00

Obesity Pharmacotherapy in Clinical Practice

  • Patient selection
  • GLP-1/GIP therapies
  • Treatment monitoring
  • Adverse-event management & long-term weight maintenance

Workshop 3 — 13:00–16:00

Clinical Pharmacy & Medication Therapy Management Workshop

  • Pharmacist-led medication review
  • Adherence assessment
  • Patient counseling
  • Optimization of cardiometabolic therapy

Workshop 4 — 13:00–16:00

Digital Pharmacy, CGM & AI Workshop

  • Practical applications of CGM data
  • Digital therapeutics
  • AI-supported decision-making
  • Remote pharmaceutical care

Venue

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas — Grand Ballroom

Address

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas
Grand Ballroom
521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

Conference Dates: 1–3 September 2026
Pre-Conference Workshops: 31 August 2026

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