Endoscopic Anterior Skull Base Surgery: Hands-On Cadaveric Course

EVENT INFORMATION

We are very happy to announce that the Endoscopic Anterior Skull Base Surgery: Hands-On Cadaveric Course will return in 2026 taking place on Monday 29th June – Tuesday 30th June.

This course is designed for neurosurgeons and otolaryngologists at senior trainee and consultant levels who are interested in the most recent developments in endoscopic surgery of the cranial base and pituitary gland.

This comprehensive two-day course, limited to 12 delegates for six hands-on stations, is a presentation of minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for the anterior skull base and pituitary fossa.

Experts on the subject will present the anatomical, pathophysiological, and technical aspects of surgery along with risks, benefits, and complications such as CSF leak and outcomes. Also, endocrinology, neuroradiology and anaesthetic aspects of endoscopic anterior skull base surgery will be covered.

Teaching is through hands-on cadaveric dissection with a 1:2 faculty to delegate ratio and lecture/video presentations including 3D anatomy of the paranasal sinus and skull base.

Simulation stations will also be available throughout the course, which will provide more opportunity for hands–on practice.

All catering is provided throughout the day including a sponsored course dinner.

COURSE DINNER

There will be a course dinner taking place on Monday 29th June, the cost of this is included in your fee therefore please ensure that you confirm your attendance during the registration process.

Further information on this will be provided in due course.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

This course is designed for Neurosurgeons and Otolaryngologists who are interested in the most recent developments in Endoscopic Surgery of the Cranial Base and Pituitary Gland.

This comprehensive two day course is a presentation of minimally invasive endoscopic endonasal techniques for the anterior skull base and pituitary fossa.

Experts on the subject will present the anatomical and technical aspects of surgery along with risks, benefits and outcomes.

Teaching is through hands on cadaver dissection with a 1:2 faculty to delegate ratio and lecture / video presentations including Rhoton’s 3D anatomy of the sinus and skull base.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Gain a comprehensive anatomical and radiological knowledge of the endonasal corridor to the anterior skull base

Experience Endoscopic endonasal surgical techniques to access and repair the anterior skull base

Understand surgical resection of anterior skull base pathology

ORGANISING COMMITTEE:

Ali Alavi | Consultant Neurosurgeon | Brisbane Private Hospital, Australia

Paul Nix | Consultant ENT Surgeon | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

FACULTY MEMBERS:

Brook Adams | Consultant Neuroradiologist | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Robert Murray | Consultant Endocrinologist | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Nick Phillips | Consultant Neurosurgeon | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Asim Sheikh | Consultant Neurosurgeon | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Atul Tyagi | Consultant Neurosurgeon | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Tom Wilson | Consultant Neurosurgeon |Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

James Robins | Fellow | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Thomas Santarius | Consultant Neurosurgeon | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Ramez Kirollos | Consultant Neurosurgeon | National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore

PROGRAMME

Coming soon...

FEES

Standard fee tickets are available until 14 days before the event. After this time late fees apply. We strongly encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment

Late booking fee to apply to online and on-site registrations after 14 days prior to the event. Please note, these fees are significantly higher than the early bird/standard rates. If your registration is made after 14 days prior to the event, we cannot guarantee that your requirements will be catered for appropriately. Please note that there may also be a delay to your check in on arrival.