ESSM Newsletter # 40

5 ESSM Today the world, full of friendly locals with good for- eign language skills. Its compact size makes it a logistically stress-free destination since you can walk between your hotel and most of the venues including the congress venue where the congress will take place. Ljubljana has also been named European Green Capital 2016. To be honest, February is not the best month of the year to discover the outdoor areas but the vast traffic-free area in the very center of the city which functions as a cozy city lounge with pleasant cafés, bars and restaurants is worth visiting at any time of the year. And last, get the most value four your money. Whether you decide to do some shopping, ex- plore Slovenian gastronomy or taste the night life of Ljubljana, you will find that you can do that for much less than in the comparable cities in Europe. Of all the ESSM congresses, this will be your cheapest beer and we are sure that getting a taste of Slovenia during the congress will make you want to come back for more in the future. Why should you come to Ljubljana for ESSM congress 2019? by Dejan Bratus Dejan Bratus Dejan Bratus, MD Urology specialist, President of SSMS Slovenia brdejan@gmail.com First of all, the scientific committee is preparing an exciting meeting with world's leading experts in all fields of Sexual Medicine. Numerous lec- tures, debates, round tables, workshops and courses will definitely offer interesting topics for all the participants and everyone will find some sessions tailored to one's wishes and needs. The vast number of submitted abstracts promises to make the podium and poster sessions extremely attractive as well. Secondly, meet your colleagues during the con- gress and especially during the welcome recep- tion. We promise to organize an unforgettable opening ceremony with a world class act that will not leave you untouched. It will be definitely an event that will make you remember Slovenia. The congress is organized under the honorary patronage of the President of Republic of Slove- nia, Borut Pahor, which gives it a special value and makes it hard to forget. Be a part of promoting the sexual health in one of the former East European countries. For the first time ESSM congress is taking place in this geo- graphic region and we plan a number of events to raise the public awareness of Sexual Medicine in the area including an open air concert in the center of Ljubljana. Don’t miss the opportunity to get a taste of Slovenian entertainment – you will love the energy and variety of performers. The upcoming ESSM congress coincides with Valentine’s Day. Grab the opportunity to spend it in one of the most romantic old cities in Eu- rope. Ljubljana is considered to be both historic and modern, laid back and vibrant, peaceful and entertaining. It is one of the safest cities in