Ahmedabad, 21 February 2026: The Department of Onco Sciences at Marengo CIMS Hospital successfully hosted TACOS 2026 (Thoracic and Colorectal Oncology Summit) on 21st-22nd February 2026, bringing together leading oncologists, surgeons, academicians, and healthcare professionals from across the country for a focused academic exchange in thoracic and colorectal cancers.
Organized for the first time, TACOS 2026 created a high-impact scientific platform dedicated exclusively to thoracic and colorectal oncology two rapidly evolving domains in cancer care. The summit witnessed participation from eminent experts across surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonology, and gastro-oncology, reflecting strong national and regional representation.
The scientific program featured comprehensive, evidence-based discussions on the latest guidelines, landmark trials, and evolving standards of care. Engaging panel discussions and debates addressed key contemporary controversies, including surgery versus SBRT, minimally invasive approaches, and multimodality treatment strategies, encouraging dynamic academic exchange.
A major highlight of the summit was the live case-based discussions, where real-world clinical scenarios were deliberated with expert insights and practical decision-making approaches. The conference also actively engaged young oncologists through quiz competitions, abstract presentations, and interactive sessions, fostering the next generation of oncology professionals.
Emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach, TACOS 2026 reinforced the importance of collaborative, team-based cancer care and precision oncology. The summit successfully bridged the gap between emerging research and its practical clinical application, with a clear focus on improving patient outcomes in lung, esophageal, and colorectal cancers.
The event served as a vital academic forum for knowledge sharing, professional networking, and fostering meaningful collaborations in oncology practice.
Dr. Abhishek Jain – Conference Director, stated that TACOS 2026 was envisioned as a dedicated academic platform to advance thoracic and colorectal oncology through meaningful dialogue, evidence-based discussions, and multidisciplinary collaboration, adding that the summit successfully translated the latest research and innovation into practical strategies aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Nishant Sanghavi – Conference Director, stated that TACOS 2026 marked a significant step towards uniting national and international expertise in colorectal oncology, emphasizing that the platform enabled meaningful scientific exchange and collaborative learning while contributing towards improving patient outcomes across India and strengthening cancer care standards.
Dr. Manish Gandhi – Surgical Gasteroentrologist, stated that TACOS 2026 is more than a conference – it is a convergence of vision, expertise, and innovation. By bringing together leaders across disciplines, we aim to transform cutting-edge science into real-world impact, foster meaningful collaboration, and redefine the future of thoracic and colorectal cancer care with a shared commitment to better patient outcomes.
Mr. Mayur Dave – Facility Director, MCIMS, stated that we as healthcare service provider across multiple states and cities as well as overseas locations are committed to play a supportive role to always bring advanced treatment protocols and super speciality clinical excellence thru collaborative clinical platform and create an ecosystem to share the knowledge among clinicians as a continuous process. We are very thankful to the media friends who have taken out their valuable time and carry this message of awareness to every person. We are grateful to everyone.
