Course Overview

This advanced Cadaveric Elbow Arthroscopy Workshop focuses on diagnosing and managing complex elbow pathologies, including trauma, sports injuries, and nerve compression syndromes. Participants gain hands-on expertise mastering techniques such as elbow arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, nerve release, and fracture fixation.

The program also explores advanced portal placement strategies and specialised instrumentation for diagnostic and therapeutic elbow arthroscopy. At the Global Surgical Institute's focused one-day Cadaveric Workshop, expert mentors guide participants through arthroscopic technique, nerve decompression, and complication management. With limited slots and personalised instruction, this workshop is designed to build surgical confidence, clinical precision, and the ability to translate cadaveric experience directly into operative practice.

Learning Objectives

Refine surgical techniques for managing elbow trauma, instability, and nerve pathology
Explore advanced arthroscopic portal placement and instrumentation techniques
Develop a strong understanding of elbow anatomy and key surgical landmarks
Apply evidence-based strategies for diagnosing and managing complex elbow pathologies
Enhance clinical decision-making in advanced elbow surgery cases

Learning Methodology

Hands-on cadaveric training to practise arthroscopic and open elbow surgery techniques
Step-by-step demonstrations of each procedure by expert faculty before participant practice
Guided skill stations covering portal placement, ligament repair, and nerve release
Case-based discussions on indications, challenges, and complication management
Continuous feedback and personalised mentoring to refine surgical technique and build confidence

Learning Outcomes

Confidently perform key arthroscopic and open elbow procedures
Identify and safely navigate critical anatomical and neurovascular landmarks
Apply ligament reconstruction and nerve release techniques for instability and compression syndromes
Integrate anatomical knowledge with surgical planning to handle complex elbow pathologies
Enhance surgical skill set with refined instrumentation and fixation techniques

Be prepared to translate cadaveric experience into operative competence in clinical practice

Eligibility Criteria

Practising orthopaedic surgeons and upper-limb/hand surgery specialists
Fellows-in-training and final-year orthopaedic residents with prior arthroscopy exposure

Elbow Arthroscopy Cadaveric Workshop