SICOT & Education
SICOT PIONEER
This virtual platform hosts a series of different e-events ranging from webinars and podcasts to live streamed surgical demos.
Diploma Examination
In 2003, for the first time, SICOT held an examination for orthopaedic trainees during its Annual International Conference in Cairo, Egypt. The overall results of this first experience were very encouraging, and a SICOT Diploma Examination has been held every year since then.
Education Centres
The SICOT Education Centre is a focal point for stimulating and improving education in Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology. It is a physical entity in a university or hospital that will assist in the education of orthopaedic trainees and continuing the knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons.
Educational Day
The needs of orthopaedic residents, fellows and practicing orthopaedic surgeons around the world are evolving constantly. At the same time, evidence-based knowledge in Orthopaedics is expanding at a very rapid rate. Acquiring and updating knowledge in a short span of time is essential and the SICOT Educational Day was conceived with exactly this purpose in mind.
Fellowships
These fellowships take place in many different countries (Germany, India, United States, Egypt, and others) and cover various specialties and operating procedures. The selected candidates travel for periods of two weeks up to one year and are able to develop their skills through observations and operations alongside renowned orthopaedic surgeons.
Congress Awards
The SICOT awards are granted to surgeons to reward them for their scientific achievement or to help them attend the Congress by supporting them financially.
Young Surgeons Committee
The vision of the Young Surgeons Committee is to provide young trainees from around the world with a resourceful educational platform to guide them whilst preparing for the SICOT Diploma and similar exit exams.
SICOT-endorsed Meetings
Find out which meetings are endorsed by SICOT and how to apply for an endorsement.
SICOT Training Manual
These objectives provide a guide to a basic orthopaedic training or education. They set a standard for trainees to achieve and assure the trainee of an acceptable level of knowledge.
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.
