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Diploma in Knee Surgery
1 Apr 2026
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Earn Your Diploma in Knee Surgery - International Knee Academy

The International Knee Academy is a comprehensive, certified modular curriculum designed for orthopedic and knee surgeons who want to advance their expertise and stay current with the latest developments in knee surgery.

Structured into nine focused modules, the curriculum covers all major aspects of knee pathology, diagnosis, and treatment, including meniscal repair, ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, osteotomies, and knee arthroplasty. Each module is led by a distinguished international expert with extensive scientific and clinical experience.

The International Knee Academy aims to reach a global community of knee specialists and provide systematic, structured education on the key topics shaping modern knee surgery. The program offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the field, whether your focus is on sports injuries, cartilage repair, ligament reconstruction, or joint preservation.

Through video lectures, expert discussions, and case-based learning, participants gain valuable insights into clinical decision-making and advanced surgical strategies. Upon completion of all nine modules, surgeons receive the official Diploma in Knee Surgery - International Knee Academy in recognition of their professional achievement and expertise.

Diploma Requirements:
Each module concludes with a knowledge assessment. Upon successful completion of all modules and quizzes, participants will receive the “Diploma in Knee Surgery” by the International Knee Academy via email and as a downloadable certificate in their customer account. The diploma is valid for the period 2026–2027. To maintain certification beyond the validation period, completion of a refresher module will be required.

Participation Cost:
With the ticket purchase of 550 € you will receive access to all modules.

Module Overview:
Module 1: Basic Arthroscopy
Module 2: Meniscus
Module 3: Anterior Cruciate Ligament
Module 4: Posterior Cruciate Ligament
Module 5: Cartilage
Module 6: Patella
Module 7: Osteotomy
Module 8: Arthroplasty
Module 9: Prevention & Rehabilitation

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Experts

Loiy Alkhatib, M.D.
Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital - Dubai, UAE
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Professor
Murat Bozkurt, M.D.
Orthopedic Clinic - Ankara, Turkey
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Vitor Pádua, M.D.
Federal University - São Paulo, Brazil
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Professor
Wolf Petersen, M.D.
Martin Luther Hospital - Berlin, Germany
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Thomas Stoffels, M.D.
OC City Center - Berlin, Germany
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Professor
Thore Zantop, M.D.
Sporthopaedicum - Straubing, Germany
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Event Agenda
Welcome & Introduction
2 min
Principles and Strategy in Arthroscopy T. Zantop
10 min
Diagnostic Approach and Portal Placement T. Zantop
10 min
Triangulation and Free Loose Bodies T. Stoffels
10 min
Surgical Technique - Partial Meniscectomy W. Petersen
10 min
Surgical Technique - Meniscal Repair - Tips and Tricks T. Zantop
10 min
Surgical Technique - Medial Meniscal Repair - Tips and Tricks L. Alkhatib
10 min
Surgical Technique - Lateral Meniscus: All-Inside Repair and the Popliteal Hiatus V. Padua
10 min
Evaluation and Grading of Cartilage Lesions M. Bozkurt
5 min
Pitfalls in Arthroscopy T. Zantop
10 min
Discussion
50 min
Key Takeaways
3 min
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15 min
I Will Learn To
Describe the clinical and epidemiological relevance of focal cartilage defects in the knee joint
Compare and contrast established classification systems for cartilage lesions and outline the role of imaging in their assessment
Identify the full spectrum of non-operative and operative treatment options for cartilage defects
Explain the main underlying pathologies (e.g., traumatic, degenerative, malalignment, meniscal/ligamentous) that contribute to cartilage lesions
Distinguish between different treatment modalities for cartilage defects, including their indications, limitations and expected outcomes
Outline the surgical steps, indications and key technical pearls of bone marrow stimulation techniques (microfracture, micro-drilling)
Summarize the rationale and surgical technique of matrix-augmented bone marrow stimulation (e.g., use of scaffold/biomaterial overlay)
Describe the surgical technique and clinical use of various autologous cell transplantation products (e.g., MACI, spheroids)
Detail the surgical technique, indications and case selection for osteochondral autograft transplantation
Recognize the need for and plan concomitant surgeries (e.g., alignment correction, meniscal repair, ligament reconstruction) when treating cartilage defects
Develop a structured rehabilitation protocol tailored to cartilage repair surgery and understand the impact of rehab on outcomes
Synthesize the key take-home messages and integrate evidence-based decision making into the treatment of knee cartilage defects
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