Why Stolzalpe IC-Kurdistan Stands Out

The Stolzalpe Complex Primary Total Knee Instructional Course is Iraq and Kurdistan's leading orthopedic educational program, bringing the internationally recognized Stolzalpe knee training methodology directly to regional surgeons.

Now in its 6th successful edition, this intensive two-day course focuses on the surgical principles, decision-making strategies, and advanced techniques required to manage complex primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) cases with confidence and precision.

The program combines scientific lectures, interactive case discussions, live surgical video analysis, and hands-on workshops ensuring participants gain practical skills they can immediately apply in daily practice.

Practical Focus

60% interactive learning through case discussions, live surgical videos, and hands-on workshops. Not just theory—real surgical skills.

Proven Success

6 successful editions, 200+ trained surgeons, 90%+ satisfaction rate. Consistently delivering excellence in orthopedic education.

Practical Focus

60% interactive learning through case discussions, live surgical videos, and hands-on workshops. Not just theory—real surgical skills.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Is This Course Right for You?

This course is designed for:

Ideal for surgeons committed to improving outcomes in challenging cases.

Dr. Laween Omer Musa

Course Chairman
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Head of Orthopedic Department

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CME CREDITS

Officially certified by Ministry of Health, Kurdistan Regional Government

Official Certification

Receive a prestigious certificate from Stolzalpe Training Center, Austria upon completion.

Complete Professional Development Package

Full 2-Day Access

All sessions & workshops

Course Materials

Presentations & case studies

Hands-on Workshops

Instruments & models included

Hospitality Included

Coffee breaks & lunches

Networking Dinner

With faculty & surgeons

Alumni Network

Ongoing professional support

Scientific Program

A comprehensive two-day journey through the fundamentals and advanced techniques of primary TKA, combining expert lectures with interactive case-based learning.

May 15, 2026

7 - 8 AM
Registration Hall A Local Staff

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on latest clinical evidence.

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8 - 8:10 AM
Welcome Hall A Dr. Laween Omar Musa

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.
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8:10 - 8:20 AM
Introduction Hall A Dr. Siegfred Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.
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Part I Basic Principles

8:20- 8:35 AM
Identify the problems Lecture Dr. Siegfred Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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8:35 - 8-50 AM
Proper planning & surgical steps Lecture Dr. Laween Omar Musa

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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8:50 - 9:05 AM
Choose and prepare right implant Lecture Dr. Wisam Khalid Fayyad

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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9 - 9:20 AM
Dealing with bony defects Lecture Dr. Saed

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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9:20 - 10 AM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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9:20 - 10 AM
Case challenge Planning & Implant selection Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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10:30 - 11 AM
Coffee Break

Part II Common Deformities

11 - 11:10 AM
Decompensated Varus deformities Lecture Dr. Imad Hasan Qasim

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11 - 11:10 AM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11:50 - 12 AM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11:50 - 12 PM
Severe Valgus deformities Lecture Dr. Mahmood Shihab

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12 - 12:10 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:10 - 12:40 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:10 - 12:40 PM
Flexion contracture Lecture Dr. Wisam Khalid

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:50 - 13 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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13 - 13:30 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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13:30 - 14:30 PM
Buffet Break

Part III Complex Primaries

14:30 - 14:40 PM
After Osteotomy Lecture Dr. Laween Omar Musa

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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14:40 - 14:50 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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14:50 - 15:20 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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14:50 - 15:20 PM
Posttraumatic TKA Lecture Dr. Saed

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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15:30 - 15:40 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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15:40 - 16:10 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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16:10 - 16:20 PM
Stiff knee Lecture Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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16:20 - 16:30 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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16:30 - 17 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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Optional Workshop Primary TKA

17:15 - 18 PM
Primary TKA Tips & Tricks Workshop

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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End first day

May 15, 2026

Part IV Video Live Surgery

8 - 9 AM
Complex & Challenging Primary Video Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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9 - 9:30 AM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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Part V Company Workshop

9:30 - 10:30 AM
Primary CCK for complex Primaries Workshop Dr. Mahmood Shihab

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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10:30 : 11:30 AM
Coffee Break

Part VI Challenging rare Cases

11 - 11:10 AM
Maltorsion and TKA Lecture Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11:10 - 11:20 AM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11:20 - 11:50 AM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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11:50 AM - 12 PM
Extraarticular deformities Lecture Dr. Imad Hasan Qasim

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12 - 12:10 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:10 - 12:40 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:40 - 12:50 PM
Recurvatum Lecture Dr. Mahmood Shihab

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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12:50 - 13 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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13 - 13:30 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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13:30 - 14:30 PM
Buffet Break

Part VII Dealing with Infection

14:30 - 14:45 PM
TKA after infection Lecture Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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14:45 - 14:55 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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14:55 - 15:25 PM
Case challenge Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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15:25 - 15:35 PM
Infection Prophyaxis Lecture Dr. Imad Hasan Qasim

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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15:35 - 15:50 PM
How to diagnose infected TKA Lecture All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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15:50 - 16:05 PM
Therapeutic options infected TKA Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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16:05 - 16:35 PM
Discussion Interaction All

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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16:35 - 17:05 PM
Case challenge infected native Knee Interaction Dr. Siegfried Hofmann

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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17:05 - 17:15 PM
Summary Dr. Laween Omar Musa

This course equips you with proven methodologies to handle the most challenging cases that define your surgical excellence.

  • • Learn the 10 fundamental principles that consistently improve TKA outcomes.
  • • Confidently approach severe varus and valgus deformities with advanced correction techniques.
  • • Master soft tissue balancing in difficult anatomies and manage bone loss effectively.
  • • Prevent and manage intraoperative complications before they compromise patient outcomes.
  • • Implement evidence-based infection prevention protocols based on the latest clinical evidence.

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Welfare

🔵 Course Conclusion & Certification

The 6th Stolzalpe Instructional Course concludes with a formal closing ceremony. All participants who complete the intensive two-day program will receive their official certificates of attendance, signed by the international faculty. We will wrap up the event with a summary of key surgical takeaways and a group photo with the faculty members and organizers to celebrate this educational milestone.

Scientific Program

A comprehensive two-day journey through the fundamentals and advanced techniques of primary TKA, combining expert lectures with interactive case-based learning.

April 16, 2026

09:15 AM
Biology, Biomechanics & Patient Selection Hall A Dr. Laween Omer & Dr. Khalil Ibraheem
  • Deep dive into knee joint biology and modern biomechanics.

  • Clinical criteria for selecting the ideal candidate for complex primary TKA.

  • Understanding force distribution and alignment principles.

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12:30pm
Surgical Techniques: Tibia & Femur Hall A Dr. Siegfred Hofmann
  • Detailed video analysis of step-by-step tibial and femoral preparation.

  • Tips and tricks for achieving precise bone cuts in difficult primary cases.

  • Addressing rotational positioning for optimal implant longevity.

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05:15
Hands-on Workshop: Tips & Tricks Hall A Dr. Siegfred Hofmann & Dr. Laween Omer
  • Dr. Laween Omer Musa Chairman
    Dr. Laween Omer Musa Chairman
    Orthopedic surgeon , F.I.C.M.S Head of orthopedic departement Azadi general hospital
  • Dr. Siegfred Hofmann
    Dr. Siegfred Hofmann
    Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
  • Practical application on models using the latest instrumentation.

  • Small group interactions focusing on individual surgical challenges.

  • Final wrap-up of Day 1 surgical principles and methodologies.

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Day 1: Fundamental Principles & Workshops

April 17, 2026

09:15 AM
Live Video Case Studies: Varus & Valgus TKA Hall A Dr. Siegfred Hofmann & Dr. Laween Omer Musa
  • Step-by-step video analysis of complex Varus deformity correction.

  • Advanced balancing techniques for Valgus knee patients.

  • Real-time decision making during primary total knee arthroplasty.

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12:30pm
Managing Complex Primaries & Bony Defects Hall A Dr. Mahmood Shihab & Dr. Mohammed Saeed
  • Dr. Mahmood Shihab
    Dr. Mahmood Shihab
    Consultant knee joint replacement surgeon
  • Dr. Mohammad Saeed
    Dr. Mohammad Saeed
    Consultant orthopedic surgeon Medical city complex
  • Principles of managing severe bone loss and deformities.

  • Fixation options and implant choice for difficult primary cases.

  • Addressing flexion contracture and recurvatum.

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12:30pm
Infection Prevention & Management Hall A Dr. Mahmood Shihab & Dr. Mohammed Saeed
  • Dr. Mahmood Shihab
    Dr. Mahmood Shihab
    Consultant knee joint replacement surgeon
  • Dr. Mohammad Saeed
    Dr. Mohammad Saeed
    Consultant orthopedic surgeon Medical city complex
  • Modern diagnostic protocols for infected TKA.

  • Surgical options and antibiotic spacer techniques.

  • Final interactive case challenges with Iraqi patient data.

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Day 2: Live Surgery & Complex Cases

🔵 Course Conclusion & Certification

The 6th Stolzalpe Instructional Course concludes with a formal closing ceremony. All participants who complete the intensive two-day program will receive their official certificates of attendance, signed by the international faculty. We will wrap up the event with a summary of key surgical takeaways and a group photo with the faculty members and organizers to celebrate this educational milestone.

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Dr. Laween Omer
Course Chairman & Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Imad Hasan Qasim
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Mahmood Shihab
Consultant knee joint replacement surgeon
Dr. Siegfred Hofmann
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery – Austria
Dr. Wisam Khalid
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Areewan Muhamad
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
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