General Information

World Union of Wound Healing Societies

WUWHS Congress 2026

Global Paradigm Shift: Wound Care Specialty and Recognition

23–27 September 2026
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Welcome to WUWHS 2026

A global gathering dedicated to advancing wound care, education, research and professional collaboration.

Dear Friends,

The World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS) is honoured to welcome you to its flagship WUWHS Congress 2026, taking place from 23 to 27 September 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

Under the theme “Global Paradigm Shift: Wound Care Specialty and Recognition,” the Congress brings together clinicians, researchers, industry partners and policymakers from around the world to advance wound care as a recognised specialty and improve standards of patient-centred practice.

Across five days, participants will have the opportunity to take part in scientific sessions, plenary lectures, symposia, workshops, masterclasses and networking activities designed to encourage collaboration in clinical practice, education, research and healthcare development.

We look forward to welcoming you to Kuala Lumpur for WUWHS Congress 2026 and to an enriching exchange of knowledge, experience and ideas.

Prof Dato' Dr Harikrishna K. R. Nair
Prof. Emeritus Dato' Dr. Harikrishna K.R. Nair DMIJ S.I.S KMN President and Congress Organising Chairman, World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS)

About WUWHS & MSWCP

Learn more about the international and Malaysian organisations supporting the advancement of wound care.

What is WUWHS?

Founded in Australia in 2000, the World Union of Wound Healing Societies is a global wound care professional association representing wound care organisations and professionals throughout the world.

Promotes a global approach to wound care education.
Supports research and professional knowledge exchange.
Works to improve outcomes for patients with acute and chronic wounds.

About MSWCP

Established in February 2011, the Malaysian Society of Wound Care Professionals is Malaysia's professional organisation dedicated to the prevention and management of wounds.

Brings together clinicians, nurses and allied health professionals.
Provides workshops, webinars and professional learning platforms.
Supports wound care research, education and accredited training.

Useful Information

Essential information for participants attending WUWHS Congress 2026.

Wi-Fi Access

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available within the convention centre. ConventionCtrFreeWIFI Select the network from your device's Wi-Fi settings to connect.

CPD Points

20 CPD Points Accredited by the Malaysian Medical Association.

20 CPD points for Nurses & Registered Medical Practitioners.

Certificate of Attendance

An e-Certificate of Attendance can be downloaded upon completion of the post-congress feedback form, which will be emailed to all registered participants at the end of the congress.

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur City Centre.

WUWHS 2026 Venue

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
50088 Kuala Lumpur,
Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The purpose-built Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is a five-level convention facility with auditoria, ballroom and banquet facilities, conference halls, exhibition halls, meeting rooms and supporting facilities for international events.

23–27 September 2026 Congress Dates
Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
+603 2333 2888 Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

KLCC Car Parking

Parking information and rates for Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

Parking Guidance System Parking guidance is available within the car park.
Touch & Go Autopay Autopay facilities are equipped with Touch & Go.
24-Hour Security Security guidance is available around the clock.
Daily Parking

Monday to Sunday

Parking rates include service tax.

First 15 min Free
First Hour or part thereof
RM 5.00 / hour
Second Hour or part thereof
RM 5.00 / hour
Third Hour or part thereof
RM 4.00 / hour
Subsequent Hours after 3 hours
RM 4.00 / hour
Weekday Early Bird RM 18.00

Monday to Friday. Entry between 5:00 AM and 9:00 AM, with exit between 4:00 PM and 12:00 AM.

Weekend & Public Holiday RM 18.00

Maximum parking rate on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

Season Parking

Monthly parking options.

Car RM 360.00 per month
Motorcycle RM 30.00 per month

Committees

Tap a committee below to view its members.

Prof Dr Yur Ren Kuo Chair · Taiwan
Dr David Armstrong Co-Chair · United States
Dr Chew Khong Yik Member · Singapore
Prof Dato' Dr Harikrishna K.R. Nair Member · Malaysia
Prof Dr Karen Ousey Member · United Kingdom
Dr Luinio S. Tongson Member · Philippines
Mr Abdul Manan Othman Member · Malaysia
Dr Ibby Younis Member · United Kingdom
Dr Mohamed Waheed Member · Maldives
Dr Joon Pio Hong Member · Korea
Prof Emeritus Dato' Dr Harikrishna K.R. Nair Chair · Malaysia
Dr Corinne Scicluna Member · Malta
Ms Johlene Sander Member · South Africa
Dr Kittipan Rerkasem Member · Thailand
Dr M. Vadivelu Muniandi Member · Malaysia
Dr Nicoletta Frescos Member · Australia
Dr Nizam Ali Husien Member · Malaysia
Mr Rhyan A. Hitalla Member · Philippines
Prof Dr Zulfiqarali G. Abbas Member · Tanzania
Dr Mohamed Waheed Member · Maldives
Prof Dr Ting Xie Member · China
Dr Luinio S. Tongson Chair · Philippines
Dr Anantha Kumar RamachandranMember · Malaysia
Dr Chew Khong YikMember · Singapore
Dr Corinne SciclunaMember · Malta
Dr Debora Sanches PintoMember · Brazil
Prof Emeritus Dato' Dr Harikrishna K.R. NairMember · Malaysia
Ms Johlene SanderMember · South Africa
Prof Dr Karen OuseyMember · United Kingdom
Dr Kittipan RerkasemMember · Thailand
Dr M. Vadivelu MuniandiMember · Malaysia
Dr Nicoletta FrescosMember · Australia
Dr Nizam Ali HusienMember · Malaysia
Prof Dr Yur Ren KuoMember · Taiwan
Prof Dr Zulfiqarali G. AbbasMember · Tanzania
Asst. Prof. Kusuma ChinaroonchaiMember · Thailand
Prof Dr Liew Ngoh ChinMember · Malaysia
Dr Chee YuhanMember · Singapore
Dr Patricia Paskalia Maharani Bakti PutrantiMember · Malaysia
Mr Laurent ChabalMember · Switzerland
Prof Dr Leanne AtkinMember · United Kingdom
Ms Mariam Mohd NasirMember · Malaysia
Mr Rhyan A. HitallaMember · Philippines
Dr Pubalan MuniandyMember · Malaysia
Dr Joseph LoMember · Singapore
Dr Guido Ciprandi Chair · Italy
Prof Dr Sadanori Akita Co-Chair · Japan
Prof Dr Frances GameMember · United Kingdom
Prof Fu Xiao BingMember · China
Ms Gulnaz TariqMember · UAE
Prof Dr V.K ShuklaMember · India
Mrs Dot WeirMember · United States
Dr Somprakas BasuMember · India
Prof Dr Zulfiqarali G. AbbasMember · Tanzania
Dr Elizabeth AyelloMember · United States
Mrs Hiske SmartMember · Bahrain
Prof Dr Joyce Barrantes AlfaroMember · Costa Rica
Dr Widasari Sri GitarjaMember · Indonesia
Dr Nicoletta FrescosMember · Australia
Mr Laurent ChabalMember · Switzerland
Dr Kimberly LeBlanc Chair · Canada
Dr Debora Sanches PintoMember · Brazil
Prof Dr Geoffrey SussmanMember · Australia
Prof Dr Karen OuseyMember · United Kingdom
Dr Robert Scott KirsnerMember · United States
Ms Terry SwansonMember · Australia
Asst. Prof. Kusuma ChinaroonchaiMember · Thailand
Dr Debora Sanches Pinto Chair · Brazil
Prof Dr Eduardo Camacho Quintero Co-Chair · Mexico
Dr Leticia VallejoMember · United States
Dr Claudia Ramírez CastroMember · Chile
Prof Gabriela Madrigal GutiérrezMember · Costa Rica
Dr Guadalupe María Lobo CorderoMember
Prof Dr María del Rocío GonzálezMember · Uruguay
Dr Kelly Paola SierraMember
Dr Sônia Regina Pérez Evangelista DantasMember · Brazil
Dr Hector Tito LeoniMember · Argentina