COPD in Belgium: scientific update & next steps

The Belgian Respiratory Society warmly invites healthcare professionals and experts to a unique event dedicated to COPD in Belgium.

This inspiring evening will not only provide a clear overview of today’s COPD management but also open the discussion on how we can shape a better future together.

We’d like to welcome you from 6:30 PM. What to expect:

- Fresh insights into the current Belgian COPD landscape and why a national COPD registry matters

- A deep dive into unmet care needs (RIZIV/INAMI Audit – COPD Index)

- Lessons learned from international best practices

- The official launch of the Belgian National Chronic Respiratory Diseases Plan

- An interactive panel discussion on the COPD care pathway

- Take-home messages and concrete next steps.

To round off the evening, enjoy a networking walking dinner and discover the fascinating Train World Museum during a guided visit.

Let’s make this World COPD Day 2025 a milestone for better respiratory care in Belgium.