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Hello and welcome to EPOS News, our monthly newsletter packed with the latest events, courses and insights from the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society. 

EPOS 2027: Early Bird Registration now open

Early Bird registration is now open for the 45th EPOS Annual Meeting 2027 in Istanbul, Türkiye.

Taking place 7–9 April 2027 at the Conference Centre Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, the congress will feature a rigorous academic programme, offering fresh insights, expert discussions, and opportunities to engage with colleagues from across the globe.

⚡️ Register by 29 January to secure the early bird rate. EPOS members enjoy discounted fees. Visit the congress website to register.

Next month: 9th EPOS BAT Trilogy – Paediatric Orthopaedic Basics II

🗓️ 25–27 November 2026
📍 Vienna, Austria

There is just one month to go until Part III of the of the 9th BAT Trilogy. Taking place at the Speising Orthopaedic Hospital in Vienna, this course will cover a wide range of topics, including spine disorders, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular diseases, upper limb deformities and malformations, bone tumours, and musculoskeletal infections.

This course is sold out. If you would like to be added to the waiting list in case a space becomes available, please email courses@epos.org.

Postponed: Hip Surgery from Infancy to Adulthood

The EPOS BAT Advanced Course on Hip Surgery from Infancy to Adulthood, which was originally scheduled to take place in Palma de Mallorca in January 2027, has been postponed.

As soon as a new date has been confirmed, we'll be sharing an update with you. Thank you for your understanding.

Save the date: EPOS Advanced Course in Neuromuscular Orthopaedics

🗓️ 10–11 June 2027
📍 Vienna, Austria

Registration will open soon for the EPOS BAT Advanced Course in Neuromuscular Orthopaedics, a decision-focused programme covering surveillance, reconstruction planning, gait analysis and case-based management across neuromuscular conditions. Keep an eye for further announcements!

Community, career development and collaboration: The benefits of joining EPOS

Like any professional society, EPOS relies on the active engagement of our members to achieve our ambitious goals.

In fact, our members are what make EPOS: they shape our educational activities, enhance scientific research, and drive international collaboration. In our latest article, we explore the benefits of joining EPOS.

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