WORKSHOPS
Train on surgical techniques – step-by-step
A combination of theoretical and practical training during ESPINEA® workshops. Different levels offer training opportunities for endoscopy beginners, experienced surgeons and experts.
Workshop Schedule
The total duration for all workshops is 1,5 days. Day 1 starts at 12.30 pm and ends at 5 pm. Day 2 starts at 8.30 am and ends at 4 pm. The registration is possible from 11 am on the first day.
Level 1
Content of this course can be trained, if requested previously, during any Endo-Deherniation/Decompression Management up to Endo-(Stenotic)Decompression workshop. Cervical Facet treatment can be covered in the advanced Workshop Endo-(Stenotic) Decompression & Stabilization upon request.
Special Expert or Master courses will be planned and communicated seperately, also at other locations like Edinburgh, Lisbon and so on.
Level 1-4
2026
| Date | Location | Availablity Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 5-6 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Full |
| March 5-6 | ORSI, Melle (Belgium) | Full |
| March 26-27 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Full |
| April 23-24 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Limited |
| May 21-22 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
| June 18-19 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
| July 23-24 | Lisbon (Portugal) | Open |
| August 27-28 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
| September 17-18 | ORSI, Melle (Belgium) | Open |
| October 15-16 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
| November 12-13 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
| December 3-4 | Karlsruhe (Germany) | Open |
All workshops include a theoretical online lesson.
Workshop Information
Course Fee (valid from January 2026)
The fee includes workshop materials, scrubs, refreshments and the evening event (only for the 1.5-day or 2-day course, prices include applicable VAT):
• 1-day course: € 1,150 per participant
• 1.5-day course: € 1,650 per participant
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» Special Offer 1 – Visitation + Workshop
1 day visitation and 1.5-day workshop (level 1-2 up to level 2-3): €2,550 per participant.
The visitation will be conducted before the workshop starts on the first day in the morning. The whole offer takes 3 days.
» Special Offer 2 – Visitation + Workshop
2 days visitation and 1.5-days workshop (Level 1-2 up to 2-3): €3,150 per participant.
The visitation will be conducted before the workshop starts on the first day in the morning. The whole offer takes 4 days.
» Special Offer 3 – Visitation + Workshop
3 days visitation and 1.5-days workshop (Level 1-2 up to 2-3): €3,700 per participant.
The visitation will be conducted before the workshop starts on the first day in the morning. The whole offer takes 5 days.
Course Language
International workshops are held in English. For specific groups, courses can be held in the participants‘ mother tongue.
Payment conditions
Payment in advance must be made in full before the course date. An invoice will be sent upon receiving a registration form.
Accommodation
We are happy to give you some hotel recommendations. Please ask when booking for special joimax® rates (not guaranteed).
Certification
CPD credits will be requested for all ESPINEA® workshops. Points are announced in the course agenda. If you need any further information please contact us.
Workshop Registration
Registrations for the ESPINEA® workshops need to be in writing. Decisions on participation will be based on the order in which registration forms are received. We do not reserve places.
Registration Confirmation
Registration will be confirmed by a separate email and/or a written invoice representing a mutually binding obligation. After receiving the invoice, payment must be submitted no later than 14 days.
Cancellation
If a cancellation occurs 2-4 weeks before the course, a 50% fee is charged. If cancellation occurs less than 1 weeks before the workshop, the full workshop registration fee will be charged. Please note that cancellations must be submitted in writing.
Workshop Format
All workshops contain online theoretical lectures and on-site intense practical training. Access planning and training of surgical techniques as well as handling the instruments and endoscopic orientation are trained on an anatomical specimens, supported by preparative training on saw-bones and simulators.
The workstations are equipped with C-arms, endoscopy towers, and surgical instrumentation by joimax®. X-ray protection is provided.
There are 2 to 5 workstations per course with a maximum of 4-5 participants per station.

