SICOT Events
SICOT Congresses
Every year, SICOT holds a congress which attracts thousands of clinicians and researchers from all over the world. Scientific papers and lectures are presented in the traditional fields; world-class invited speakers provide contemporary thought on the latest concepts as well as on conservative and surgical treatment methods. They provide a forum for presentation of original work and for education.
Madrid Congress 2025
We look forward to welcoming you to our next Congress which will take place on 3-5 September 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
SICOT PIONEER Live Webinars
This virtual platform hosts a series of different e-events ranging from webinars and podcasts to live streamed surgical demos.
Cadaver Courses
The SICOT Cadaver Courses provide a comprehensive understanding of various topics through lectures, case discussions and cadaveric dissection. Participants get a chance to directly view the important anatomical structures along the surgical approaches and implant placements.
Trainees Meetings
Trainees' Meetings offer trainees a unique opportunity to present papers and to meet for instruction by leading orthopaedic surgeons. Where possible, Trainees' Meetings are held together with Orthopaedic World Congresses.
SICOT-endorsed Meetings
Find out which meetings are endorsed by SICOT and how to apply for an endorsement.
International Events Calendar
If you wish to announce an event related to orthopaedic surgery and/or traumatology in the International Events Calendar, please send an e-mail to [email protected] indicating the event's name, location (city, country), date (day(s)/month/year), e-mail, and website.
Upcoming Live Webinars
SICOT-ESSHM: Malunited Distal Radius Fracture
Date: 25 July 2025
Time: 12:00-13:10 (CEST/Belgium)
Join us for the upcoming SICOT Hand Committee webinar, held in partnership with ESSHM (the Egyptian Society for Surgery of the Hand and Microsurgery), on the complex topic of ‘Malunited Distal Radius Fracture’. This focused session will feature six expert talks covering the full spectrum of management, from prevention to advanced salvage procedures. Topics include strategies to avoid malunion, addressing radial shortening, managing extra- and intra-articular malunions, and exploring the latest technologies in treatment. The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A session, offering a unique opportunity to interact with leading specialists in the field. Don’t miss this valuable educational event!
SICOT-SBOT: Social Media for Orthopaedic Surgeons
Date: 1 August 2025
Time: 12:00-13:25 (CEST/Belgium)
Join us for an engaging webinar organised by the SICOT Education Committee in partnership with SBOT, the Brazilian Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, as we explore the evolving role of social media in orthopaedic practice. From building a strong digital reputation and choosing the right platform to understanding medicolegal risks and avoiding common pitfalls, this session will equip orthopaedic surgeons with essential strategies for navigating the online world. Whether you’re an active user or sceptical of social media’s impact, this webinar offers practical insights to help you thrive, both online and offline.
Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: From Histology to Tendon Transfer! Hop on the Journey!
Date: 8 August 2025
Time: 19:00-20:00 (CEST/Belgium)
Join us for a deep dive into Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy! The SICOT Foot & Ankle Committee invites you on a comprehensive journey from histology to tendon transfer. This webinar features five expert-led talks and case discussions exploring the condition’s pathophysiology, clinical assessment, and a range of operative strategies including SpeedBridge reattachment, debridement, Zadek’s osteotomy, and FHL transfer. Discover not only how to treat, but also when not to operate. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and surgical decision-making. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A to address your clinical questions. Hop on the journey with us!
SICOT-ELCCR: Intraoperative Complications: How to Solve Them
Date: 9 August 2025
Time: 15:00-16:00 (CEST/Belgium)
Get ready for an unmissable SICOT Symposium at the 21° Encuentro Latinoamericano de Cirujanos de Cadera y Rodilla in Cartagena, Colombia! This year’s focus is ‘Intraoperative Complications: How to Solve Them’, a topic every hip surgeon must master. From vascular injuries and femur fractures in infection, to nerve complications and complex reconstructions, world-renowned experts will share their real-world experience and practical strategies to turn crisis into control. With insightful talks, expert tips, and live discussion, this event, broadcast live by SICOT, is a unique chance to learn from some of the most respected voices in hip surgery. Don't miss it!
Thriving Under Pressure: Strategies for Well-Being & Resilience in Orthopaedic Surgery
Date: 22 August 2025
Time: 13:00-14:10 (CEST/Belgium)
Join the SICOT Young Surgeons Committee for an empowering webinar focused on navigating the mental and emotional challenges of orthopaedic surgery. Through six insightful talks, experts will explore stressors unique to the field, recognising burnout, in-the-moment coping techniques, the value of mentorship, work-life integration, and psychological strategies for sustainable wellness. A dynamic panel discussion and live Q&A will follow, offering practical advice and shared experiences. Whether you're early in your career or seeking to renew your balance, this session will equip you with tools to thrive in today’s demanding surgical environment.
