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

We would like to invite you to the 8th “Advanced surgical techniques in pelvic-reconstruction: hands-on course” on 21 & 22 September 2026. The course will be hosted in Leiden, the Netherlands. It is organised by the Department of Orthopaedic Oncology of the Leiden University Medical Centre in close cooperation with the Universities of our International Faculty. The academic programme includes a review and update of orthopaedic oncology and reconstructions in pelvic surgery including lecture presentations, virtual reality imaging, workshops and a hands-on cadaver course. Internationally acclaimed invited speakers will ensure that trainees and experts will be up to date with the latest modern orthopaedic technologies and evidence-based medicine. The programme will focus on different kinds of surgical resections about the pelvis and their possible reconstructions with and without computer navigation. It is an interactive and comprehensive course, addressed to orthopaedic surgeons who wish to become an expert in reconstructive pelvic surgery or involved orthopaedic surgeons who want to train to refresh or widen their knowledge and experience.

Course venue
Situated at what has traditionally been an important junction where waterways and roads cross stands a city that will enchant you: Leiden. The city is famous for its almshouses, university, museums and glorious history. The spirit of the Golden Age lives on here, a place where Rembrandt was born and inspired so many other influential painters.The canals, the historical buildings, the alleyways, the treasuries of knowledge, culture and science: Leiden is definitely worth seeing.

Organising committee
• Prof. dr. M.A.J. (Michiel) van de Sande, orthopedic surgeon, Leiden University Medical Center, the Netherlands
• Prof. L. Jeys (Lee), PhD orthopedic surgeon, The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, Birmingham, United Kingdom

This course is sponsored by Implantcast Benelux and Brainlab.