Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is an honor and pleasure to invite you to the 1st Argentine and Latin American Congress of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery (HPB), to be held on March 28-30, 2012 at the Sheraton Libertador Hotel in Buenos Aires. The Congress is organized by the Argentine Chapter of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association - CA-IHPBA.

The Organizing Committee has planned a comprehensive scientific program that will cover: pre-congress courses, lectures, update lectures, case presentations, symposia, debates and free paper presentations. The topics will cover all areas in the field of hepatobiliary surgery.

The Industry is also committed in their support of our meeting that will host a large exhibit area and many attractive opportunities to share their products and knowledge with the audience.

Buenos Aires is one of the most elegant cities in Latin America. Of modern construction and dynamic activity, has managed to preserve old traditions and charming corners. Visitors are fascinated by their environment, the individuality of each of its neighborhoods, the cordiality of its people and its varied cultural activities and tourism. From Buenos Aires, you may travel and enjoy the natural landscapes of Argentina, which beholds extraordinarily beautiful nature.

We invite you to visit the website regularly www.hpbargentina2012.com.ar for the latest updates and news about the organization of the Congress.

See you in Buenos Aires in 2012!