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Start thinking about which surgical pearl you would like to share with the international community now and keep an eye out for interesting cases you can film in the OR!
23 – 26 MARCH 2026
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What is the
ORTHOPEDIC FILM FESTIVAL?
The Orthopedic Film Festival is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the latest advancements in orthopedics, from surgical techniques and diagnostic tips to rehabilitation strategies and conservative treatments. Showcase your best tip, trick, or technique - whether in the operating theatre or the clinic - on the big screen for an audience of global peers.
The OFF 2026 is a must-see cinematic event that takes place from March 23–26, 2026. Share your expertise in surgical procedures, rehabilitation methods, diagnostic insights, or non-surgical treatments in a short, informative video format. Your submission will be reviewed by a jury of your peers, and winners in each category will earn international recognition, join an elite group of past champions, and take home a prestigious cash prize.
| 1 MAR 2026 | All Submissions Deadline |
| 23 MAR 2026 | OFF 2026 - Day 1: Lower Extremity - Sports |
| 24 MAR 2026 | OFF 2026 - Day 2: Upper Extremity - Sports |
| 25 MAR 2026 | OFF 2026 - Day 3: Reconstruction |
| 26 MAR 2026 | OFF 2026 - Day 4: Trauma & Spine |
Looking for
INSPIRATION
to get started?
Check out an example from one of our winners and how he created his video. Feel free to use this as a short tutorial on how to plan yours!
INSTRUCTIONS & FAQsTHE AWARDS
The Orthopedic Film Festival is your opportunity to present new knowledge to the masses in a unique, entertaining format. The surgeons who are able to produce the most innovative and instructional videos will go home with glory, a digital award, and a cool cash prize.
Each video will be in the running to win its respective daily Topic Category with a cash prize of € 500. You can additionally choose to compete in 1 Special Category, where your video will go up against the full roster of submissions for a cash prize of € 250. Only one video can win each special category award.
Topic Categories
Lower Extremity - Sports
Upper Extremity - Sports
Reconstruction
Trauma & Spine
Special Categories
Next Generation (under 40*)
Female Surgeon
Best Film Production
Best Industry Contribution
Best Clinic Contribution
*Born After 23 March 1986
OFFx Watch Parties extend the Orthopedic Film Festival beyond the screen and into clinics, hospitals, universities, and partner locations worldwide. These locally hosted events turn OFF 2026 into a shared, in-person experience, bringing surgical teams together while staying connected to the global live program.
The new OFFx Watch Parties allow institutions to create their own viewing format around the official OFF livestream. Hosts can welcome their audience, share short insights or clinic videos, and initiate discussion before joining the live sessions from 6 to 9 PM CET.
These innovative Watch Parties strengthen team culture, encourage meaningful exchange, and connect local expertise with an international orthopedic community. By hosting an OFFx event, your institution becomes an active part of the Orthopedic Film Festival and is officially recognized as an OFFx 2026 Watch Party Host.
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Loiy Alkhatib
Kash Akhtar
Johannes Beckmann
Theresa Diermeier
Matthias Krause
Philipp Niemeyer
Hans Polzer
Claudio Rosso
Markus Scheibel
Klaus Schnake
REWATCH THE OFF
Need inspiration? Grab some popcorn and use the following voucher code to get free, unlimited access to this year’s event to get the creative juices flowing: OFF25#Inspiration
BECOME A PARTNER
Put your best product in the spotlight! Create a video about your most original procedure and get featured in the main program. No time for video production? The OFF offers a range of unique sponsorship opportunities.
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