Meetings & Events

Gothenburg 07 Oct 2026  - 09 Oct 2026

Each year, the annual meeting of EUROSPINE attracts several thousand participants from more than 80 countries who want to learn about improving spine care for patients through the latest advances in research and clinical findings and who enjoy networking with the best and the brightest in spine research and care. Please visit the EuroSpine conference website for more details: https://www.eurospine.org/events/annual-meeting/2026/

Barcelona, Spain 05 Nov 2026  - 06 Nov 2026
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Welcome to the 35th edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approaches, decompression, and instrumentation techniques in the cervical spine and its junctional zones, from the occiput to the cervical and high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The faculty, comprising highly experienced CSRS-Europe members and board members, will present short lectures on various topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Salzburg, Austria 04 Feb 2027  - 05 Feb 2027
Hosted by Dr. Michael Mayer, Austria

Welcome to the 4th edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Specimen Course on Advanced Techniques & Surgical Skills. The course will combine lectures, case discussions and full-day hands-on surgical instructions.

Barcelona, Spain 01 Apr 2027  - 02 Apr 2027
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Welcome to the 36th edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approaches, decompression, and instrumentation techniques for the cervical spine and its junctional zones, from the occiput to the high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The faculty, comprising highly experienced CSRS-Europe members and board members, will present short lectures on various topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Porto, Portugal 04 May 2027  - 07 May 2027
Hosted by Dr Oscar Álves

Strasbourg, France 22 Jun 2026  - 26 Jun 2026

This event will take place at IRCAD in Strasbourg and will include EUROSPINE Diploma modules, introductory and advanced endoscopy courses, and a research component. Designed for spine professionals at all career stages, the programme combines lectures, practical training, and peer exchange.

London, UK 27 May 2026
Hosted by Ahmed Ibrahim and Anna MacDowall

Special offer until May 3rd: 35% discount. Registration fee reduced to 590€. This year, we are pleased to offer a pre-meeting hands-on specimen course in the dissecting room of the prestigious King's College, close to London Bridge on the South Bank of the River Thames, next to Guy's Hospital.

London, UK 27 May 2026
Hosted by Ahmed Ibrahim

Reduced registration fee: 700 € This year, we are pleased to offer our first pre-meeting endoscopic surgery course at King's College, Guy's Campus, close to London Bridge on the South Bank of the River Thames.

London, UK 27 May 2026  - 29 May 2026
Hosted by Dr Ahmed Ibrahim

Save the date: May 27-29, 2026 We look forward to welcoming you to London for our 41st Annual Meeting. All info here: https://csrs-europe-congress.com/

Lyon, France 24 Apr 2026
Hosted by Prof. Cédric Barrey

Bienvenue à la 2ᵉ édition du cours avancé sur pièces anatomiques de la CSRS-E consacré à la chirurgie complexe de la colonne cervicale, aux déformations et aux reprises, en France. La langue du cours sera le français. Ce cours intensif d’une journée de la CSRS-E combine des conférences courtes d’experts et des sessions d’étude de cas, complétées par une demi-journée au laboratoire d’anatomie, avec des travaux pratiques sur les techniques antérieures et postérieures, encadrés par des spécialistes de la colonne cervicale, tous membres de la CSRS-Europe. Ce cours est soutenu par la SFCR (Société Française de Chirurgie Rachidienne).

Barcelona, Spain 05 Mar 2026  - 06 Mar 2026
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Welcome to the 34th edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approaches, decompression, and instrumentation techniques for the cervical spine and its junctional zones, from the occiput to the high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The faculty, comprising highly experienced CSRS-Europe members and board members, will present short lectures on various topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Copenhagen, Denmark 22 Oct 2025  - 24 Oct 2025

Each year, the annual meeting of EUROSPINE attracts several thousand participants from more than 80 countries who want to learn about improving spine care for patients through the latest advances in research and clinical findings and who enjoy networking with the best and the brightest in spine research and care. Please visit the EuroSpine conference website for more details: https://www.eurospine.org/events/annual-meeting/2025/

Barcelona, Spain 09 Oct 2025  - 10 Oct 2025
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

FULLY BOOKED ==> Register now for the 34th Edition March 5-6, 2026 Welcome to the 33rd edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approaches, decompression, and instrumentation techniques in the cervical spine and its junctional zones, from the occiput to the cervical and high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The faculty, comprising highly experienced CSRS-Europe members and board members, will present short lectures on various topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

16 Sep 2025

A unique opportunity to advance your spine care skills with specialized diploma modules. Whether you're just starting your career or striving for advanced expertise, EduWeek is designed to support your professional growth. Gain confidence in your clinical skills through hands-on learning and expert-led courses.

Torino, Italy 12 Sep 2025
Hosted by Dr Nicola Marengo (CSRS-E Member), Dr Fabio Cofano and Dr Diego Garbossa

The CSRS_Europe is pleased to support this seminar under the guidance of Dr Nicola Marengo (CSRS-E Member), Dr Fabio Cofano and Dr Diego Garbossa. For further details contact Dr. Nicola Marengo: nicolamarengo@icloud.com

Strasbourg, France 26 Jun 2025  - 27 Jun 2025

Dive deeper into cutting-edge spinal endoscopy techniques and learn from the best in the field. This course is ideal for professionals looking to expand their skillset with minimally invasive approaches to spine surgery.

Strasbourg, France 23 Jun 2025  - 25 Jun 2025

A unique opportunity to advance your spine care skills with specialized diploma modules. Whether you're just starting your career or striving for advanced expertise, EduWeek is designed to support your professional growth. Gain confidence in your clinical skills through hands-on learning and expert-led courses.

Prague, Czech Republic 14 May 2025  - 16 May 2025
Hosted by Dr Petr Vachata, Usti nad Labem

We look forward to welcoming you to Prague for our 40th Annual Meeting. Register and submit your abstract here: All info here: https://csrs-europe-congress.com/ Program : https://programme.conventus.de/en/csrs-2025/program/schedule/2025-05-15/grid

Prague, Czech Republic 14 May 2025
Hosted by Petr Vachata, Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

This year, we are pleased to offer a CSRS-Europe pre-meeting hands-on course on topics dedicated to treating challenging cervical spine disorders. Wednesday, May 14, 2025

E-learning and Strasbourg, France 25 Mar 2025  - 26 Mar 2025

Spanning May to July 2025, this course is segmented into four parts: blending e-learning, online sessions, and an in-person live session. It's structured to enrich participants' understanding of clinical research, focusing on developing relevant, feasible research projects with a high potential for publication.

Barcelona, Spain 13 Mar 2025  - 14 Mar 2025
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Fully booked. The 33rd CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course is open for registration here: https://csrs-europe.org/events/33-csrs-europe-hands-on-barcelona-october-2025-2 Welcome to the 32nd edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approaches, decompression, and instrumentation techniques in the cervical spine and its junctional zones, from the occiput to the cervical and high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The Faculty—all highly experienced CSRS-Europe members and board members —will present short lectures on different topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Salzburg, Austria 30 Jan 2025  - 31 Jan 2025
Hosted by Dr. Michael Mayer, Austria

Welcome to the 2nd edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Specimen Course on Advanced Techniques & Surgical Skills. The course will combine lectures, case discussions and full-day hands-on surgical instructions.

Barcelona, Spain 24 Oct 2024  - 25 Oct 2024
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Welcome to the 31st edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approach, decompression, and instrumentation techniques in the cervical spine and its junctional zones from the occiput to the cervical and high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The Faculty - all highly experienced CSRS-Europe members & Board, will present short lectures on different topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Lyon, France 06 Sep 2024
Hosted by Prof. Cédric Barrey

Welcome to the CSRS-E Advanced Specimen Course on Complex Cervical Spine Surgery, Deformities & Revision in France. The course language will be French. This new CSRS-E one-day course combines short expert lectures and case study sessions completed in 1/2 day in the anatomy lab with practicals on anterior and posterior techniques with cervical spine experts, all members of the CSRS-Europe. This course is endorsed by the SFCR (Société Française de Chirurgie Rachidienne).

Vienna, Austria 05 Jun 2024  - 07 Jun 2024
Hosted by Dr Michael Mayer and Prof Heiko Koller

Main topic: Complex Cervical Disorders and the Pediatric Spine: Planning Surgery and Avoiding Complications

Vienna, Austria 05 Jun 2024
Hosted by Heiko Koller Bad Abbach, Germany

Few places now available! This year, we are pleased to offer a CSRS-Europe pre-meeting course on topics dedicated to treating challenging cervical spine disorders. Wednesday June 5, 2024, 18:00-22:00

Barcelona, Spain 14 Mar 2024  - 15 Mar 2024
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Welcome to the 30th edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection & Instructional Course! Join this classic CSRS-Europe course for resident and young spine surgeons. You will be trained in basic approach, decompression, and instrumentation techniques in the cervical spine and its junctional zones from the occiput to the cervical and high thoracic spine. The course will combine lectures and detailed hands-on surgical instruction. The Faculty - all highly experienced CSRS-Europe members & Board, will present short lectures on different topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Salzburg, Austria 08 Feb 2024  - 09 Feb 2024
Hosted by Dr. Michael Mayer, Austria

Welcome to the 1st edition of the CSRS-E Hands-on Specimen Course on Advanced Techniques & Surgical Skills. The course will combine lectures, case discussions and full-day hands-on surgical instructions.

Barcelona, Spain 26 Oct 2023  - 27 Oct 2023
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia

Frankfurt, Germany 04 Oct 2023  - 06 Oct 2023

Each year the annual meeting of EUROSPINE attracts several thousand participants from more than 80 countries who want to learn about improving spine care for patients through the latest advances in research and clinical findings, and who enjoy networking with the best and the brightest in spine research and care. Please visit the EuroSpine conference website for more details: https://www.eurospinemeeting.org/frankfurt2023

Nijmegen, The Netherlands 14 Jun 2023  - 17 Jun 2023
Hosted by Marinus de Kleuver, MD, PhD Nijmegen, The Netherlands; Martin Pouw, MD, PhD Nijmegen, The Netherlands; Kenny Kwan, BMBCh(Oxon), FRCSEd Hong Kong, Hong Kong

The CSRS-E is pleased to announce its collaboration with the SRS during its upcoming Hands-on course on June 14-16, Nijmegen, the Netherlands. This Saturday morning session, June 17, offers an in-depth C-spine module led by CSRS-E faculty, with five stations. Space in this special session is LIMITED to 15 spots and is first come, first served.

Stockholm, Sweden 31 May 2023  - 02 Jun 2023
Hosted by Dr Anna MacDowall

Barcelona, Spain 23 Mar 2023  - 24 Mar 2023
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

The objective of this course is to train young spine surgeons in basic techniques of approach, decompression, and instrumentation in the cervical spine and its junctional zones from the occiput to the cervical spine to the high thoracic spine. Our intention is to train surgical skills in the approach and the basic principles of surgical access and safe hardware placement. The course will combine lectures and detailed 'hands-on' surgical instruction. The Faculty - all highly experienced CSRS-Europe members & Board, will present short lectures on different topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques for the cervical spine.

Milan, Italy 19 Oct 2022  - 21 Oct 2022

Each year the annual meeting of EUROSPINE attracts several thousand participants from more than 80 countries who want to learn about improving spine care for patients through the latest advances in research and clinical findings, and who enjoy networking with the best and the brightest in spine research and care. Please visit the EuroSpine conference website for more details: https://eurospinemeeting.org/milan2022

Barcelona, Spain 06 Oct 2022  - 07 Oct 2022
Hosted by Prof. Andrés Combalia on behalf of the Board of the CSRS-Europe

The objective of this course is to train young spine surgeons in basic techniques of approach, decompression and instrumentation in the cervical spine and its junctional zones from Occiput to Cervical spine to high thoracic spine. Out intention is to train surgical skills in the approach and the basic principles of surgical access and safe hardware placement. The course will combine lectures and detailed 'hands on' surgical instruction. The Faculty - all highly experienced CSRS-Europe members & Board, will present short lectures on different topics to explain the steps of anatomical preparation and safe surgical techniques to the Cervical Spine.

Barcelona, Spain 15 Jun 2022  - 17 Jun 2022
Hosted by Andrés Combalia

Theme: Controversies in spine surgery need prediction models Sessions include: Free Paper Sessions, 8 Debates on controversial topics in cervical spine care with a pro and con speaker, Keynote Lectures concerning a.o. digitalization and Machine Learning in spine, Lunch and Breakfast Workshops

Paris, France 29 Sep 2021  - 01 Oct 2021

Due to the Covid-19 situation remaining somewhat problematic for many countries in Europe, The CSRS-Europe has decided to 'push back' our May 2021 Annual Meeting to later in the year. We are delighted to inform you that our 36th Annual Meeting has now been re-scheduled to 29th September - 1st October 2021 • Paris, France

05 Dec 2020
Hosted by Oscar L. Alves & Heiko Koller

The 5th CSRS-Europe Webinar was held online on Saturday 5th December 2020 using Zoom Webinars and the topic was 'Cervical Spine Surgery in Low & Middle Income Countries'.

14 Nov 2020
Hosted by Oscar Alves

The 4th CSRS-Europe Webinar was held online on Saturday 14th November 2020 using Zoom Webinars and the topic was: 'Not so Hot (often forgotten) Topics in Cervical Spine Surgery.

Barcelona, Spain 15 Oct 2020  - 16 Oct 2020

We are sorry to inform you that due to the continuing effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and associated travel complications, we have to take the decision to cancel this event.

Vienna, Austria 07 Oct 2020  - 09 Oct 2020

The CSRS-Europe are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a Cervical Spine Joint Session at this years 'Virtual' EuroSpine 2020 meeting on Tuesday 6th October 2020.

18 Sep 2020
Hosted by Jean Charles Le Huec

Interest in Sagittal Balance of the Spine has dramatically grown these last 10 years. It has helped to better understand degenerative pathologies, define surgical strategies and techniques, but it also triggered a whole new field of clinical research. For over 5 years now, Jean-Charles Le Huec from Bordeaux and Antonio Faundez from Switzerland, have been organizing the « Geneva Sagittal Balance Course », which has been attended by surgeons from all over the world. Due to COVID 19 this year an E course will be organize on line on September 18th.

Zoom Online Webinar 04 Jul 2020
Hosted by Oscar L. Alves

3rd CSRS-EuropeZoom WEBINAR

Zoom Online Webinar 20 Jun 2020
Hosted by Oscar L. Alves

2nd CSRS-Europe Webinar - 20th June 2020

Zoom Online Webinar 30 May 2020
Hosted by Oscar L. Alves

1st CSRS-Europe Webinar - 30th May 2020 'Cranio-vertebral Junction Surgery'

Frankfurt, Germany 30 Apr 2020  - 01 May 2020

Barcelona, Spain 12 Mar 2020  - 13 Mar 2020

Helsinki, Finland 16 Oct 2019  - 18 Oct 2019

Barcelona, Spain 03 Oct 2019  - 04 Oct 2019

Rome, Italy 22 May 2019  - 24 May 2019

Lisbon, Portugal 09 May 2018  - 11 May 2018
Hosted by Oscar Alves & Andres Combalia

Salzburg, Austria 24 May 2017  - 26 May 2017
Hosted by Heiko Koller & Michael Mayer

Prague, Czech Republic 11 May 2016  - 13 May 2016
Hosted by Petr Suchomel

London, England 26 May 2015  - 28 May 2015
Hosted by Andre Jackowski

10 Apr 2021
Hosted by Oscar L. Alves & Philippe Bancel

The 6th CSRS-Europe Webinar will be held online on Saturday 10th April 2021 using Zoom Webinars. The topic will be 'Cervical Spine Deformity'. Start time: 15:00 HRS CET (14:00HRS London. 10:00am New York, 07:00am LA)