Uniting to transform diabetes research and care.

The Diabetes UK Professional Conference returns on 22 to 24 April 2026 at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. Designed for diabetes healthcare professionals and researchers to come together with a shared purpose.

This unifying event is a catalyst for change and a platform for addressing the most urgent and challenging societal issues in diabetes care. Positioned at the cutting edge of research, our conference offers valuable insights into the latest innovations in diabetes research and care.

Across the three days, you’ll discover the latest treatments and technologies whilst connecting with a community of 2,000+ peers and colleagues. Plus, take part in an unmissable programme providing you with symposiums, a variety of interactive sessions, Named Lectures, keynote speakers and professional interest networks.

This is the essential annual gathering for healthcare professionals, researchers and all those dedicated to knowing, managing and fighting diabetes. Join us at Exhibition Centre Liverpool this April, as we unite to transform diabetes research and care — driving toward a future where diabetes can do no harm.



What you can expect

18 CPD Credits

20+ hours of conference content

35+ sponsors and exhibitors

240+ speakers

450+ peer-reviewed posters

2000+ diabetes professionals


Designed to drive change


Prestigious plenaries

Be inspired by keynote talks from the most respected voices in diabetes care and research.

Latest research and care

Discover the newest insights across topics like health inequalities, nutrition, and mental health, tailored for professionals from basic science to specialist care.


Interactive, hands-on learning

Join lively, practical workshops and leave with skills and knowledge you can use straight away.


Connect with a community that cares

Join a vibrant community of over 2,000 professionals - from basic and clinical science to community, primary, specialist, and paediatric care.

Awarding innovative research

Help us recognise and celebrate those individuals within the profession who have inspired us all through their Named Lecture, abstract and poster submissions. 

Dedicated areas to learn and discover

Step onto the Exhibition Hall and explore the Spotlight Theatres, interactive features and wide range of organisations ready to aid you and your practice.


Speakers

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Sponsor disclaimer

This event is made possible by sponsorship from organisations including pharmaceutical companies, med tech companies and service providers none of which have influenced the event content or the choice of speakers. Sessions delivered with input from these organisations will be marked as such on the programme once released and a list of all sponsors and exhibitors will be published shortly.