Upper GI Course Advanced
From Tuesday, 6 April 2027 to Thursday, 8 April 2027
The Advanced Upper GI Surgery Module provides comprehensive training in contemporary esophageal and gastric surgery for experienced surgical residents, fellows, and qualified surgeons.
High-level lectures cover benign and malignant upper gastrointestinal diseases, operative strategies, minimally invasive techniques, and the prevention and management of complications.
Hands-on training, interactive complication discussions, and dedicated “Meet the Experts” sessions provide participants with the opportunity to refine their surgical skills and discuss challenging cases directly with experienced faculty.
Possible combinations: Colorectal Surgery Module, Bariatric Surgery Module, HPB Module
Information about the course
Duration/Date:
Tuesday 6 April 2027 – Thursday 8 April 2027
Combinations:
Colorectal Course, Bariatric Course, HPB Course
Price:
CHF 1100
Important dates
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1 September 2026
Start of registration
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December 2026
Release of the preliminary program
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End of February 2027
Release of the full scientific program
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20 March 2027
End of registration
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6 April 2027
Start of the course
Program
Scientific program
Please have a look at the scientific program of the DavosCourse 2026, while we are preparing exciting new lectures and practical exercises for you.
Module Directors
- Prof. Dr. Katharina Beyer
Dept. of Surgery, University Hospital Benjamin Franklin Institute Berlin, Germany - Prof. Dr. Martin Bolli
Dept. of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Lucerne, Switzerland
Guest Faculty
- Mr. Dimitrios Pournaras
Bristol, United Kingdom - Dr. Jan Willem Van den Berg
University Medical Center, Utrecht, Netherlands - Prof. Dr. Burkhard von Rahden
University Hospital, Salzburg, Austria
Registration
Registration for the course is only possible online. The course fee needs to be paid immediately after completing the registration. Supported payment options are Credit Card (VISA, Mastercard) and TWINT (for swiss residents only).
If you do not pay the fee, your registration will be hold as a reservation for 3 days. You may finalize the payment at any time. After 3 days, your registration will be cancelled and you need to restart the registration.
For more information, please visit our General Terms & Conditions
Cancellation
Withdrawal from an event must be made in writing and is free of charge up to eight weeks before the start of the event. Cancellation after eight weeks prior to the event will incur a cancellation fee of CHF 200. In the event of a later cancellation (up to four weeks) or a non-appearance, the full participation fees shall be due. A substitute participant can be proposed.
For more information, please visit our General Terms & Conditions
Other courses, that might interest you
DavosCourse offers three different levels of skills training and corresponding lectures, each consisting of different modules.
In the detailed module information, you will find a personal video introduction to each module, presented by the module director. In each video, our experts provide an overview of what the module offers and what participants can expect. On the homepage, you will also find valuable insights from specialists and opinion leaders in their surgical subspeciality who share their perspectives on their field of expertise and professional journey.
Basic and Intermediate Course
For the Basic and Intermediate Course we have a special early-bird rate that is available until December 31 2026.
Advanced Courses
Advanced courses at DavosCourse are offered in three durations: 6-day, 3-day and 4-day courses.
Participants may register for either format individually or combine one 3-day and one 4-day course within the same week.
When booked as a combination, the registration fee is reduced for the second course.
6 day courses are offered at a special early-bird rate until December 31 2026.
This option is intended to provide flexibility in course planning and broader coverage of advanced surgical topics.
6 day courses: Emergency Acute Care, Pediatric
4 day courses: Colorectal, HPB and Bariatrics
3 day courses: Upper GI, Hernia and Proctology
Basic Course
Designed for surgical residents in their first three years of training, providing a solid foundation in essential surgical principles and techniques.
CHF 1’650.00
available from 31.08.2026 to 31.12.2026 .
Default price: CHF 1’950.00
Intermediate Course
Designed for surgical residents in years 3–5, offering advanced training and ideal preparation for the surgical board examination.
CHF 1’800.00
available from 31.08.2026 to 31.12.2026 .
Default price: CHF 2’050.00
Emergency Acute Care Course Advanced
The Emergency & Acute Care Surgery Module focuses on the management of abdominal emergencies and acute surgical conditions. It is designed for surgeons pursuing UEMS certification or advanced training in emergency surgery.
CHF 2’200.00
available from 31.08.2026 to 31.12.2026 .
Default price: CHF 2’400.00
Pediatric Course Advanced
The Pediatric Surgery Module provides comprehensive training in key areas of pediatric surgery, combining expert teaching with practical surgical training.
CHF 1’700.00
available from 31.08.2026 to 31.12.2026 .
Default price: CHF 2’000.00
Bariatric Course Advanced
This advanced module provides specialized training in key techniques of bariatric and metabolic surgery. Designed for experienced residents and qualified surgeons seeking to further develop their expertise.
CHF 1’700.00
Colorectal Course Advanced
The Advanced Colorectal Surgery Module provides in-depth training in modern colorectal surgery, combining advanced surgical concepts with practical hands-on training. Designed for experienced residents and future colorectal specialists.
CHF 1’700.00
HPB Course Advanced
This high-level module provides in-depth training in modern HPB surgery and is designed for experienced residents and surgeons seeking to advance their expertise in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.
CHF 1’750.00
Hernia Course Advanced
The Advanced Hernia Surgery Module provides in-depth training in inguinal, ventral, and parastomal hernia repair, including advanced abdominal wall reconstruction and TAR techniques.
CHF 1’100.00
Upper GI Course Advanced
The Advanced Upper GI Surgery Module offers comprehensive training in advanced upper gastrointestinal surgery, combining expert lectures with practical hands-on training.
CHF 1’100.00
Proctology Course Advanced
New module for the DavosCourse 2027
The Advanced Proctology Module offers focused training in the diagnosis and surgical management of common and complex proctological conditions, combining expert lectures with practical hands-on training.
CHF 1’100.00