Advanced surgical techniques in pelvic-reconstruction - hands-on course 2026

Registration will open in March! If you want to be informed of this, please email info@boerhaavenascholing.nl and we will email you once registration has started.

We are pleased to invite you to the 8th “Advanced surgical techniques in pelvic-reconstruction: hands-on course” on 21 & 22 September 2026, hosted in Leiden, the Netherlands. This highly specialized course is organised by the Department of Orthopaedic Oncology of the Leiden University Medical Centre (LUMC) in close cooperation with an outstanding international faculty of leading experts in pelvic tumour surgery, complex reconstructions and computer-assisted navigation.

Pelvic tumour surgery remains one of the most demanding areas in orthopaedic oncology. This two-day intensive programme provides an in-depth update on modern resection techniques and advanced reconstructive strategies following pelvic tumour surgery. The course combines state-of-the-art lectures, evidence-based updates in orthopaedic oncology, virtual reality imaging and preoperative planning, workshops including hands-on pelvic navigation sessions (Brainlab) and a comprehensive hands-on cadaver laboratory. Participants will gain practical and strategic insights into different types of pelvic resections; biological and endoprosthetic reconstruction techniques; reconstruction with and without computer-assisted navigation; surgical planning and intraoperative execution; prevention, recognition and management of complications.

Course Venue – Leiden
Leiden is a historic university city where science, culture and history meet. Known for its prestigious university, museums and canals, Leiden offers an inspiring academic setting. It is the birthplace of Rembrandt and a city where knowledge and innovation have flourished for centuries.

International Faculty
Each faculty member contributes specific expertise:

•    Prof. M.A.J. van de Sande (LUMC/Princes Maxima Center, The Netherlands) – Pelvic tumour surgery, biological reconstruction and academic leadership in orthopaedic oncology.
•    Prof. L. Jeys (Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, UK) – Complex pelvic oncology and reconstructive strategies.
•    Prof. T. Schubert (Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Belgium) – Advanced oncologic resection techniques and pelvic reconstruction.
•    Prof. D. Donati (University of Bologna, Italy) – Biological reconstructions and innovative surgical solutions in bone tumours.
•    Prof. J. Hardes (University of Essen, Germany) – Limb salvage surgery and complex pelvic tumour management.
•    Prof. K.C. Wong (Chinese University of Hong Kong) – Computer-assisted surgery, 3D planning and navigation in musculoskeletal oncology.
 

This course is sponsored by Implantcast Benelux and Brainlab.