Skull base 360-Degree – The full spectrum Micro-Endo-Radiosurgery

Skull base 360-Degree – The full spectrum Micro-Endo-Radiosurgery

Radiosurgery, microscopic and endoscopic approaches

This intensive 5-day course provides advanced training in skull base surgery and radiosurgery through expert lectures, immersive 3D surgical video demonstrations, and more than 27 hours of hands-on cadaveric dissection. Participants will develop practical expertise in open keyhole, microscopic, endoscopic, endonasal, and combined approaches while strengthening their understanding of skull base anatomy and treatment strategies. An international faculty of renowned specialists will address the management of complex pathologies, including acoustic neuromas, chordomas, brainstem cavernomas, pediatric skull base lesions, and microvascular compression syndromes. The program also features a dedicated module on radiosurgery, proton beam therapy, and carbon ion therapy.

Practical sessions on anatomical specimens

Starting at 3 050 EUR

  • Available: February 1-5, 2027
  • Available: June 14-18, 2027
  • Theoretical sessions
  • Hands-on sessions on anatomical specimens
  • Coffee breaks and lunches at IRCAD
  • One cheese and wine cocktail at IRCAD
  • One evening dinner at Brasserie Les Haras
  • Lunch at IRCAD

No accommodation, no social program and no entertainment included in the registration fees for participants.

Course details

Course directors

  • S. FROELICH - HÔPITAL LARIBOISIERE, Paris, France

Testimonials

The condition of the lab and the material are excellent! Never seen before. The teaching is excellent too. Thanks to all!
from Germany
Thank you for the amazing organisation and the opportunity to come.
from Belgium
Very useful tips and tricks on surgical techniques for endonasal skull base surgery!
from Ukrain
Everything went well, organisation, sessions, a high quality! I learnt a lot!
from Germany
Very good experience in the endoscopy, I learnt a lot.
from Germany
Best course I have ever visited
from Finland
Wonderful time. A lot of time to dissect. I would recommend this course.
from Germany

Course objectives

  • 4.5-DAY SKULL BASE SURGERY SESSION
  • To provide an overview of the complex anatomy of the skull base
  • To cover a broad spectrum of the skull base approaches and describe the technical steps of each specific approach
  • To discuss indications of skull base approaches and surgical strategies
  • To provide hands-on sessions on cadaveric specimens and improve skills
  • To become more familiar with endoscopic endonasal approaches
  • To understand the rationale and challenge of endoscopic endonasal approaches to the skull base
  • To allow case discussions between experts and trainees
  • HALF-DAY RADIOTHERAPY SESSION
  • To provide an overview of the newest radiation technology for skull base lesions
  • To provide radiation strategies for skull base lesions
  • To provide indications of radiations
  • To allow practical sessions on radio planning
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Educational methods

  • Interactive theoretical and video sessions between faculty and course participants
  • Practical training on anatomical specimens
  • Charge-free access to educational video resources available on WebSurg, the online university of the IRCAD

Target audience

  • Practicing neurosurgeons and ENT specialists, fellows and residents in training.
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Exclusive hotel offer

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Book your course and benefit from preferred rates at Les Haras Hotel****, located steps away from IRCAD.

A historic setting inspired by equestrian heritage, designed for comfort and convenience.


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Les Haras Brasserie

Modern Alsatian cuisine in a historic setting.

The perfect place to meet international experts and fellow participants in a friendly atmosphere.

Please note: meals are not included in the hotel offer.

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