Advanced Surgical Training

Foot & Ankle Cadaveric Course

Arthroscopy · Fixation · Reconstruction

An intensive two-day cadaver-based program delivering advanced hands-on training in foot and ankle surgery — from minimally invasive arthroscopy to complex reconstructive procedures on human anatomical specimens.

Advanced foot and ankle surgical procedure
Arthroscopic surgical view
Hands-On Lab
📅 September 4–5, 2026
📍 King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital
👨‍⚕️ Orthopedic Surgeons, Fellows & Senior Residents
🏆 CME Accredited
About the Course

Where Lab Precision Meets Surgical Excellence

This cadaver-based program delivers intensive hands-on training in foot and ankle arthroscopy, fracture fixation, arthrodesis, and reconstructive surgery. Participants practise both minimally invasive and open techniques on human anatomical specimens in a high-fidelity learning environment.

Designed for orthopedic surgeons, fellows, and senior residents seeking to sharpen advanced foot and ankle surgical mastery, with direct mentorship from subspecialty experts.

"Advance your surgical confidence, refine your technique, and translate precision from the lab to real-world patient outcomes."
2
Intensive Days
9+
Lab Hours
5
Surgical Topics
2:1
Surgeons per Specimen
Curriculum

Key Surgical Topics

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Ankle Arthroscopy

Anterior & posterior approaches, portal placement, diagnostic arthroscopy, OCD management, and synovectomy techniques.

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Foot Approaches

Surgical exposures of the midfoot and hindfoot — medial, lateral, and plantar approaches with anatomic dissection guidance.

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Achilles Tendon Repair

Open and percutaneous repair techniques, augmentation strategies, and management of chronic tendinopathy.

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Hammertoe Correction

Proximal interphalangeal joint arthroplasty, arthrodesis, flexor-to-extensor transfer, and metatarsal osteotomies.

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Fracture Fixation

Ankle fracture ORIF, calcaneal fixation, Lisfranc injury management — implant techniques with fluoroscopy guidance.

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Flatfoot Reconstruction

Medializing calcaneal osteotomy, FDL transfer, spring ligament repair, and lateral column lengthening in cadaver.

Course Highlights

A High-Fidelity Surgical Experience

  • 01

    Realistic Cadaveric Training

    Practice on fresh human anatomical specimens — the closest replication of real surgical conditions outside the operating room.

  • 02

    Small-Group Surgical Stations

    A maximum of two surgeons per cadaver ensures every participant receives meaningful hands-on time at each station.

  • 03

    Expert-Led Instruction

    Direct mentorship from subspecialty-trained foot & ankle surgeons with practical pearls and live demonstrations.

  • 04

    Reproducible Techniques & Clinical Decision-Making

    Each lab station is designed to teach consistent, reproducible steps that transfer directly to clinical practice.

Program

Two-Day Course Agenda

Day 1 · Arthroscopy & Foot Approaches Friday, September 4, 2026
07:30 – 08:00
Registration & Lab Orientation
Welcome
08:00 – 08:30
Opening Remarks & Course Overview
Lecture
08:30 – 09:15
Ankle Arthroscopy: Anatomy, Portal Placement & Setup
Lecture
09:15 – 11:00
Lab Station 1: Anterior Ankle Arthroscopy — Diagnostic Survey & Portals
Cadaver Lab
11:00 – 11:20
Coffee Break
Break
11:20 – 12:00
Posterior Ankle Arthroscopy: Indications & Technique Pearls
Lecture
12:00 – 13:30
Lab Station 2: Posterior Ankle Arthroscopy — Os Trigonum & FHL Tendoscopy
Cadaver Lab
13:30 – 14:15
Lunch & Faculty Panel Discussion
Lunch
14:15 – 14:50
Surgical Approaches to the Foot: Medial, Lateral & Plantar
Lecture
14:50 – 16:30
Lab Station 3: Foot Approaches — Anatomic Dissection & Nerve Identification
Cadaver Lab
16:30 – 17:15
OCD Lesions & Cartilage Restoration: Case-Based Decisions
Lecture
17:15 – 17:45
Faculty Roundtable — Day 1 Review & Q&A
Discussion
Day 2 · Fixation, Reconstruction & Soft Tissue Saturday, September 5, 2026
07:30 – 08:00
Day 2 Lab Briefing
Welcome
08:00 – 08:40
Ankle Fracture Fixation: Classification, Reduction & Implant Selection
Lecture
08:40 – 10:15
Lab Station 4: Ankle ORIF — Fibula Plating, Syndesmosis & Medial Malleolus Fixation
Cadaver Lab
10:15 – 10:35
Coffee Break
Break
10:35 – 11:10
Achilles Tendon Repair: Open, Percutaneous & Reconstruction Options
Lecture
11:10 – 12:30
Lab Station 5: Achilles Repair & Augmentation Techniques
Cadaver Lab
12:30 – 13:15
Lunch & Networking
Lunch
13:15 – 13:50
Flatfoot Reconstruction & Hammertoe Correction: Indications & Algorithms
Lecture
13:50 – 15:30
Lab Station 6: Flatfoot Reconstruction (Osteotomy + FDL Transfer) & Hammertoe Arthroplasty
Cadaver Lab
15:30 – 16:00
Complications, Pitfalls & Clinical Decision-Making Panel
Panel
16:00 – 16:30
Certificate Ceremony & Closing Remarks
Closing
Our Experts

Faculty & Speakers

Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Turki
Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Turki
Course Director

Foot & Ankle Surgery
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital

Dr. Wessal Alhomaied
Dr. Wessal Alhomaied
Chairman

Orthopedic Surgery
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

Dr. Sultan Al-Harbi
Dr. Sultan Al-Harbi
Course Director

Foot & Ankle Surgery
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital

Limited Seats Available

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Date
Sept 4–5, 2026
Format
Cadaver Lab + Lectures
Credits
CME Accredited
Audience
Surgeons & Fellows

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