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Real-time shoulder arthroscopy and arthroplasty cases with transparent discussion of techniques, indications, and intraoperative decisions.
3rd Arthroscopic Gathering · 24th April 2026
Skopje Arthro Fest 2026
A single-day, CME-accredited meeting dedicated entirely to the shoulder — featuring live surgery sessions, interactive case analysis, and expert faculty discussions.
Skopje
Free attendance · Limited capacity · Registration required
Welcome Message
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
On behalf of the Arthroscopy Association of North Macedonia (AANM), it is our great pleasure and honor to welcome you to the 3rd Arthroscopic Gathering – Skopje Arthro Fest 2026, taking place this April.
This year, we dedicate our meeting entirely to one joint – the shoulder.
Under the theme "Trip Around the Shoulder", our program will feature live surgery sessions, performed by renowned international surgeons, offering an interactive educational experience.
Through real-time procedures, dynamic interactions between moderators, operators, and the audience, participants will observe current techniques, surgical strategies, and intraoperative decision-making in shoulder surgery.
This year's gathering allows us to explore the joint in depth – from rotator cuff pathology to complex arthroplasty procedures.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our invited faculty, partners, and supporters whose contribution makes this event possible.
Most importantly, we thank you for being part of this journey.
We look forward to welcoming you on 24th April 2026 for an intensive and inspiring Trip Around the Shoulder.
With collegial regards,
Arthroscopy Association of North Macedonia (AANM)
CME Accreditation
This is a CME-accredited event.
Clinical Scope
In-depth focus on rotator cuff pathology, complication management, and complex shoulder reconstruction.
Scientific Program
Program
A full-day shoulder-only track featuring live surgery, interactive analysis, and evidence-based discussion.
Registration
08:00-08:20
Registration
Opening
08:20-08:30
Opening of the Symposium
SESSION - ROTATOR CUFF
ROUND TABLE 1
Moderators: A. Ersen, B. Marjanovic, G. Vrgoc
08:30-08:40
Talk
Rotator Cuff Pathology: Western Balkans Experience
Vladan Stevanovic - Serbia
08:40-08:50
Talk
Massive Rotator Cuff Tears: Treatment Options
Benjamin Marjanovic - Slovenia
08:50-09:00
Talk
Asymptomatic Rupture of the Supraspinatus: When to Operate?
Tadija Petrovic - Croatia
09:00-10:15
Live Surgery
Live Surgery 1: Rotator Cuff - Transosseous Repair
Boris Poberaj - Slovenia
Round Table
10:15-10:30
Round Table Discussion
Break
10:30-10:45
Coffee Break
All Participants
ROUND TABLE 2
Moderators: K. Bilsel, L. Kovacic, B. Iliev
10:50-11:00
Talk
Midsize to Massive Rotator Cuff Tears: Indications for Operative Treatment
Goran Vrgoc - Croatia
11:00-11:10
Talk
2026 Update on Posterosuperior Cuff Treatment
Ladislav Kovacic - Slovenia
11:10-11:20
Talk
Transosseous Cuff Repair: A Golden Standard Again?
Boris Poberaj - Slovenia
11:20-11:30
Talk
Rotator Cuff in the High-Performance Era: Repair, Augmentation, or Regenerate?
Gazi Huri - Qatar
11:30-12:30
Live Surgery
Live Surgery 2: SCR with Long Head of Biceps
Benjamin Marjanovic - Slovenia
Round Table
12:30-13:00
Round Table Discussion
Break
13:00-14:00
Lunch
All Participants
SESSION - SHOULDER ARTHROPLASTY
14:00-15:00
Live Surgery
Live Surgery 3: Stemless TSA (Arthrex Eclipse)
Vladan Stevanovic - Serbia
Moderators: N. Jovanovic, N. Petkov
ROUND TABLE 3
Moderators: D. Martincic, B. Poberaj, S. Ninkovic
15:00-15:10
Talk
Total Anatomic Arthroplasty for OA
Ali Ersen - Turkey
15:10-15:20
Talk
What After RSA?
Novak Jovanovic - Serbia
15:20-15:30
Talk
Present and Future of TSA
David Martincic - Slovenia
15:30-15:40
Talk
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty for Proximal Humeral Fracture
Ivan Micic - Serbia
15:40-15:50
Talk
Role of Shoulder Arthroplasty in Complex Proximal Humeral Fractures
Srdjan Ninkovic - Serbia
15:50-16:00
Talk
Glenoid Bone Loss Management in RSA
Kerem Bilsel - Turkey
Break
16:00-16:10
Coffee Break
All Participants
16:10-17:10
Live Surgery
Live Surgery 4: RSA with aMGS and VIP Planning
Nenad Petkov - North Macedonia
Round Table
17:10-17:25
Round Table Discussion
Closure
17:25-17:40
Closure
Host Organization
Arthroscopy Association of North Macedonia (AANM)
Host Institution
City General Hospital "September 8th" - Skopje
Sponsor
Synergy Medical
Venue and Map
Conference sessions are scheduled at Hotel Aleksandar Palace, Bul. 8-mi Septemvri 15, Skopje, North Macedonia.
- Registration desk opens at 08:00.
24th April 2026 · Skopje
Join us in Skopje this April
An intensive single-day shoulder program with live surgery, expert faculty, and CME-accredited learning. Attendance is free.