The UK Diabetic Foot Congress brings together leading clinicians, researchers and healthcare professionals from across the UK to share the latest evidence, innovations and best practice in diabetic foot care.
The expanded two-day programme for 2027 combines practical workshops, patient engagement and a comprehensive scientific meeting, providing delegates with valuable opportunities to learn, network and collaborate.
Covering the full multidisciplinary pathway, the Congress explores topics including peripheral arterial disease, wound management, vascular intervention, infection, offloading, service development, emerging technologies and the latest clinical research. Through expert-led presentations, interactive panel discussions and real-world case-based learning, UKDFC is committed to improving patient outcomes and advancing diabetic foot care across the UK.
Day 1 - 17 June
Workshop & Patients Day
Patients & lived experience
Hands-on practical workshops:
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Advanced Revascularisation Strategies
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Advanced Wound Care Strategies
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Pedal Acceleration Time & Assessment of Tissue Perfusion
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Performing Minor Amputations Well & Surgical Offloading Techniques
Day 2 - 18 June
Scientific Congress
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National perspectives
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Vascular intervention & PAD
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Advanced wound care
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Holistic patient care
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Emerging technologies
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Clinical case discussions
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Expert debates & keynote lectures
2026 Event
The UK Diabetic Foot Congress 2026 marked the launch of a new multidisciplinary meeting dedicated to improving the prevention and management of diabetic foot disease. Held in Leeds, the inaugural congress brought together over 170 delegates, 30 expert faculty, and 17 industry partners, creating a collaborative environment for vascular surgeons, diabetologists, podiatrists, nurses, orthopaedic surgeons, radiologists and allied healthcare professionals. Through a programme of keynote lectures, panel discussions, debates and case-based sessions, delegates explored the latest evidence, innovations and practical approaches to diabetic foot care, while fostering new collaborations focused on improving patient outcomes and reducing avoidable amputations.
Venue
Leeds Marriott Hotel
In the heart of Leeds city centre, just a 5-minute walk from Leeds Station. Easy access from the M621 motorway and approximately 25 minutes' drive from Leeds Bradford Airport.
We've secured a preferential accommodation rate for delegates at the Leeds Marriott Hotel, the conference venue, for the nights of 17 and 18 June 2027. Rooms are available at £148 per night, including bed and breakfast. This preferential rate is available subject to availability, with bookings required by 5 May 2027.
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Sponsorship
Following a successful inaugural event attended by over 170 delegates from more than 80 NHS hospitals and healthcare organisations, the UK Diabetic Foot Congress returns in 2027 with an expanded two-day programme. Sponsorship offers an excellent opportunity to engage with a highly targeted multidisciplinary audience, increase brand visibility and support one of the UK's leading educational meetings dedicated to diabetic foot care.
Download our sponsorship brochure to view the available packages, or contact us at info@ukdfc.co.uk