# Ibero-American medical and health congresses

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ibero-american-medical-and-health-congresses
> Updated: 2026-10-16T19:54:51.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Medical institutions and organizations in Latin America have held several scientific and policy-focused events. In Nicaragua and Argentina, hospitals hosted congresses centered on clinical innovation, professional training, and the use of modern technology to improve patient assessment and pediatric health.

Expanding to a broader regional scale, the First Ibero-American Health Congress in Buenos Aires convened leaders from 14 countries to address healthcare sustainability, aging populations, and technological advancements. This event facilitated discussions on bilateral cooperation, specifically between Costa Rica and Argentina regarding pharmaceutical regulation and drug traceability. Additionally, in the Dominican Republic, new insurance service plans were presented to healthcare providers to expand coverage for high-cost medical services.

## Claims

- The first Ibero-American Health Consensus Foundation Congress was held in Buenos Aires. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The congress convened over 2,500 health sector professionals and 80 speakers. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The congress theme was 'An Ibero-American agenda toward sustainable health'. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- SeNaSa introduced SeNaSa Ultra, a new complementary health plan. (single source)
- The SeNaSa Ultra plan provides up to RD$4 million annually for high-cost services. (single source)
- SeNaSa Ultra features a flat premium rate with no age-based surcharges. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Ibero-American Health Congress facilitates bilateral cooperation and new insurance plans

At the Ibero-American Health Congress in Buenos Aires, Costa Rica and Argentina discussed bilateral cooperation, while Dominican Republic's SeNaSa launched its new SeNaSa Ultra health plan.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senasa-launches-new-health-plan-as-ibero-american-health-congress-convenes

### 2026-10-09: Medical institutions host scientific congresses in Nicaragua and Argentina

Medical institutions in Nicaragua and Argentina are holding scientific conferences to advance clinical innovation, telehealth, and specialized training for healthcare professionals.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medical-institutions-host-scientific-congresses-in-nicaragua-and-argentina

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