Dear Colleagues,On behalf of the local organizers and all Czech gastroenterologists, it is my great honour and pleasureto cordially invite you all to attend the 6th Central European Gastroenterology Meeting (CEURGEM), beingheld in Prague from June 25th to June 26th, 2010.The idea staying behind the organization of this local initiative reflects the growing impression, that the raisingpressure for globalization and unification has to be balanced by careful care for local awareness, traditionsand spirits. The symposia focusing mainly on several leading issues of our speciality: colorectal cancer, pancreaticcancer, inflammatory bowel disease, digestive endoscopy and liver transplantation will touch their regionalspecificity and provide a view on worldwide progress and news.Exceptional elite of internationally known experts will demonstrate both the hottest news togetherwith rational analyses to all participants through lectures and interactive discussions.Spirit and unique athmosphere of Prague are known to everybody and do not need to be emphasized.The cocktail of cultural events, architectural beauty, relaxed ambience, exquisite cusine and shoppingopportunities make Prague one of the most visited cites in the world.We believe that CEURGEM 2010 will be a truly memorable event that anyone involved in our belovedspeciality and in connection with our region cannot afford to miss.I look forward to seeing you at this exciting event in Prague in June 2010.Julius ŠpičákPresident of CEURGEM 2010