DavosCourse 2026
Basic course
Suited for residents in their first three years of training in surgery, urology, gynaecology, or paediatric surgery.
Theoretical parts are combined with practical parts. Basic training in Open Surgery, Suture- and anastomosis techniques in the GI-tract with focus on small/large intestine and stomach, and Laparoscopic Surgery used in different GI-tract conditions. Additionally, topics like decision making, how to deal with or avoid complications and many more important topics are addressed in panel discussions and joint sessions.
From Saturday April 11 2026 - Thursday April 16 2026
Intermediate course
Suited for surgical residents in years 3–5, ideal preparation for surgical board examination.
Theoretical parts are combined with practical parts. Basic training in Open Surgery, Suture- and anastomosis techniques in the GI-tract with focus on small/large intestine and stomach, and Laparoscopic Surgery used in different GI-tract conditions. Additionally, topics like decision making, how to deal with or avoid complications and many more important topics are addressed in panel discussions and joint sessions.
From Saturday April 11 2026 - Thursday April 16 2026
Advanced Bariatric Surgery Module
Advanced module for learning the relevant techniques of bariatric surgery. Suited for experienced residents and verified surgeons seeking specialized training.
The Advanced Course Bariatric Module offers state-of-the-art education for surgeons involved in metabolic and bariatric surgery. Highlights include expert-led lectures on preoperative assessment, technical refinements, complication management, and long-term outcomes, combined with hands-on exercises and interactive sessions on RYGB, OAGB, sleeve gastrectomy, and surgical strategies for suboptimal weight loss.
From Saturday April 11 2026 - Tuesday April 14 2026
Possible combinations: Hernia Module, Upper GI Module
Advanced Colorectal Surgery Module
This Advanced Colorectal Module offers in-depth surgical training for colorectal specialists or surgeons interested in specialising in colorectal surgery.
Highlights include expert lectures on colon and rectal surgery, IBD, genetics, cancer and complications, as well as hands-on practices, like vessel dissection on perfused organs.
From Saturday April 11 2026 to Tuesday April 14 2026
Possible combinations: Upper GI Module, Hernia Module
Advanced Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Module
This high-level course is tailored for experienced surgeons seeking in-depth training in HPB surgery.
This high-level course is tailored for experienced surgeons seeking in-depth training in HPB surgery. Highlights include lectures on pancreatic trauma, liver metastasis, and robotic techniques, along with daily hands-on exercises and expert case discussions on pancreatic fistulas, bile duct injuries, and complex tumor management.
From Saturday April 11 2026 to Tuesday April 14 2026
Possible combinations: Upper GI Module, Hernia Module
Advanced Hernia Surgery Module
The Hernia Module offers in-depth training in inguinal, ventral, and parastomal hernia repair, including robotics and TAR techniques.
The Hernia Module offers in-depth training in inguinal, ventral, and parastomal hernia repair, including robotics and TAR techniques. Highlights include lectures on mesh selection, BTX use, and chronic pain, alongside daily practical exercises. Ideal for surgeons seeking advanced, hands-on hernia surgery training with expert-led sessions and real-case insights.
From Tuesday April 14 2026 to Thursday April 16 2026
Possible combinations: Colorectal Module, Bariatric Module, HPB Module
Advanced Upper GI Module
This advanced course in Upper GI surgery offers a dynamic program combining high-level lectures and hands-on training.
This advanced course in Upper GI surgery offers a dynamic program combining high-level lectures and hands-on training. Highlights include sessions on benign disease management, surgical approaches to GERD, and malignancy-focused lectures featuring minimal invasive techniques. “Meet the Experts” rounds and complication case discussions enhance practical insights for experienced surgeons.
From Tuesday April 14 2026 to Thursday April 16 2026
Possible combinations: Colorectal Module, Bariatric Module, HPB Module
Pediatric Surgery Module
The Pediatric Surgery Module at DavosCourse 2026 offers a comprehensive program in pediatric surgery.
Suited for pediatric surgeons and trainees, the course combines in-depth lectures — covering topics like ARM, Hirschsprung disease, and IBD — with extensive practical sessions, including robotic and laparoscopic training. Interactive case discussions and faculty-led exercises ensure applied learning. The Pediatric Surgery Module is endorsed by the European Pediatric Surgeons`Association EUPSA.
From Saturday April 11 2026 to Thursday April 16 2026
Emergency & Acute Care Surgery
This advanced pilot module focuses on abdominal emergencies and acute care, tailored for surgeons pursuing UEMS certification or training in emergency surgery.
Through expert-led lectures, case-based group sessions, and extensive practical labs—both open and laparoscopic—participants will train in bleeding control, damage control, anastomosis, and trauma techniques. Topics include triage, surgical futility, visceral trauma, and postoperative care.
From Saturday April 11 2026 to Thursday April 16 2026