Hands-on introductory course to head and neck surgery
From June 19th till June 21th 2025 the 12th hands-on introductory course to Head & Neck Surgery will be held in the UMC Utrecht Cancer Center.
About the course uitklapper, klik om te openen
Originally this course was organized for ENT residents in The Netherlands and Belgium but due to its popularity, the course evolved over the years with participants from all over Europe and beyond. The combination of lectures by experienced faculty members, instructional videos, interesting discussions and hands-on cadaver dissection provide the opportunity to enrich your knowledge and practice your surgical skills.
The cadaver dissections will focus on the neck, larynx and parotid gland with introductions by an experienced head and neck anatomist. The participants will be guided step-wise in doing a neck dissection, total laryngectomy and parotidectomy using a manual and guidance of the faculty.
Hoping to see you next June!
Weibel Braunius and Luuk Janssen
Course Directors
Program uitklapper, klik om te openen
You can find the program here.
Who can participate in this course? uitklapper, klik om te openen
The course is designed for senior residents, fellows and young staff members in Ear-Nose-Throat Surgery or Maxillo-Facial Surgery, with topics on work-up, multidisciplinary management and follow-up of head and neck cancer patients.
Meeting the team uitklapper, klik om te openen
Course Directors
- W.W. Braunius, MD, Head and Neck surgeon, UMC Utrecht
- L.M. Janssen, MD, PhD, Head and Neck surgeon, UMC Utrecht
Speakers
- A.J.M. van Bemmel, MD, Head and Neck surgeon MST Enschede
- Prof. R.L.A.W. Bleys, MD, PhD, Anatomist UMC Utrecht
- Prof. R. de Bree, MD, PhD, Head and Neck surgeon UMC Utrecht
- F.A. Pameijer, MD, PhD, Radiologist UMC Utrecht
- F.J. Dieleman, MD, Head and Neck surgeon UMC Utrecht
- J.A. Rijken, MD, PhD, head and neck surgeon UMC Utrecht
- B.M. Tijink, MD PhD, Head and Neck surgeon UMC Utrecht
Secretarial assistant of the course
Mrs. E. Kruimer
UMC Utrecht
Department of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
+31 (0)88-7550819 / +31 (0)6 31118238
headandneckcourse@umcutrecht.nl
Practical information uitklapper, klik om te openen
- Date: 19 till 21th of June 2025
- Language: English
- Location:
UMC Utrecht Cancer Center
Heidelberglaan 1003
3584 CX Utrecht
The Netherlands - Fellows and residents have to take a written statement of their head of the department.
- Dissection:
There is a dissection manual which describes the different dissections wich you will receive before the course. During the course we have three dissection sessions. Two participants share one cadaver, you can assist each other.
Accommodation options uitklapper, klik om te openen
Price complete course inc. course dinner uitklapper, klik om te openen
- Specialist: € 1.025,-
- Fellow: € 925,-
- Resident: € 725,-
- Account number for payment:
NL46 ABNA 0867 3348 35
Payable to: ORLU-Oncology
With reference to: Head and Neck course 2025
Registration uitklapper, klik om te openen
Frequently asked questions uitklapper, klik om te openen
How do I register?
Registration can be done online by filling in the registration form. After registration you will directly receive an e-mail with additional information. Your registration will be final once we have received your payment. Registration will take place in order of arrival of the payment. The course has a limited number of participants.
When will I receive proof of payment?
If your payment has been received in good order, you will receive proof of payment from us by email.
What is included in the cost of the course?
The fee includes material, lunch and coffee/tea during breaks and course dinner on Friday night. There is no additional VAT (BTW) obligation.
What about cancellation?
Participants who cancel less than 4 weeks before the event will be required to pay the participation fee in full. All cancellations must be made by an email and the authoritative date is the date of receipt.
Will I also receive a certificate of attendance?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of participation on Saturday morning during the closing of the course.
What about liability?
The organizers are not liable for any losses, accidents or damage to persons or objects, regardless of the cause. Participants and accompanying persons attend the conference and all accompanying events at their own risk and responsibility.
Are photos taken during the course?
During this course we will take pictures for you as a participant and also for social media. If you object to this, we would like to hear this so that we can take this into account.