An association of people who work with dysphagia.
Our aims are to improve and promote care, education and research into swallowing disorders and swallowing physiology.

Who we are

The European Society for Swallowing Disorders is an international non-profit association aiming to improve the quality of care for those affected by swallowing disorders. The Society brings together health care professionals and researchers from multiple disciplines to promote excellence in care, education, and research into swallowing and swallowing disorders.

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ESSD Events

  • ESSD 2026 General Assembly

    Grote Zaal, Stadsgehoorzaal Leiden Breestraat 60 2311 CS Leiden The Netherlands Stadsgehoorzaal Leiden Breestraat 60, Leiden, Netherlands

    DateThursday, 22 October 2026 Time17:30–18:30 CEST LocationGrote Zaal, Stadsgehoorzaal LeidenBreestraat 602311 CS LeidenThe Netherlands Short descriptionESSD members are invited to […]