International Wrist Arthroscopy Fellowship · 2027
Rebuilt from scratch. Eight clinical immersions in Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico and Italy, with the same mentor from start to finish.
MASTER Circuit applications close on November 30, 2026.
The program
After four editions in Latin America, ARTROWRISTFELLOW has been redesigned for surgeons who want real wrist arthroscopy training without putting their practice on hold. In 2027 the fellowship becomes eight short clinical immersions, each built around one major theme, led by Dr. Gustavo Mantovani.
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3 to 4 days each, March to November, with a break in July. Live surgery, case discussions and hands-on workshops in small groups.
From arthroscopic foundations to the ulnar side, scapholunate instability, the thumb, distal radius fractures, the scaphoid, arthritis and rare indications.
Two hours before each immersion: two clinical cases, a literature review and a master lecture by Dr. Mantovani or an invited expert.
3D surgical planning, artificial intelligence in hand surgery, and ultrasound-guided wrist procedures.
Real cases, not a script. The monthly theme guides the webinar and the scientific discussion. It never restricts the surgery: whatever relevant case the host center has that week becomes part of the learning.
Two ways to join
International Rotating Fellowship
Join a single module
Observership. Surgical activities are observational. Hands-on training happens in the cadaver labs and workshops.
Cadaver labs apart. Five optional labs in Brazil and Mexico, booked separately. Choose as many as you want.
Not included. Flights, accommodation, meals outside the program and insurance.
Calendar 2027
Preliminary dates. Changes only for force majeure, with at least 30 days’ notice whenever possible. Official language: English, with sessions adapted to each group (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese).
Blumenau, Brazil
From arthroscopic anatomy to global wrist assessment
Two surgical days, plus an introduction to 3D planning and AI.
IOT Blumenau — Dr. Luiz Guilherme Lenzi.
Trieste, Italy
Unlocking the DRUJ & ulnar-sided wrist
Welcome evening, one surgical day, and the AWF Alumni Meeting with ultrasound, arthroscopy and osteosynthesis workshops. Optional local experience on April 3. Right before the IFSSH Mid-Term in Venice.
Dr. Gustavo Mantovani; ultrasound program with Dr. Kostoris.
Maceió, Brazil
Understanding, repairing & reconstructing carpal instability
One surgical day and one day of ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures.
Hospital Ortoclínica — Dr. Raimundo Araujo.
Quito, Ecuador
CMC instability, rhizarthrosis & MCP reconstruction
A predominantly surgical immersion, where the arthroscopic intermetacarpal ligament technique was developed.
Clínica Mano al Hombro — Dr. Marco Yánez.
Minas Gerais, Brazil
Arthroscopy, associated injuries & modern reconstruction
A surgical immersion in two high-volume trauma centers.
Hospital Santa Lúcia, Divinópolis — Dr. Alexandre Carvalho Quirino; Hospital FOB, Ouro Branco — Dr. Leonardo Adami.
Cancún, Mexico
Fractures, nonunions & arthroscopic salvage
Two surgical days and complementary activities.
Dr. Jacques Rosales.
Guadalajara, Mexico
Joint preservation, reconstruction & salvage
One surgical day, scientific sessions and an optional cadaver lab. Right after the ASSH Annual Meeting in San Antonio.
MedArthros Guadalajara — Dr. Francisco García Lira and Dr. Fernanda Espinosa.
Trieste, Italy
Rare pathologies & new frontiers in wrist arthroscopy
Advanced scientific and practical activities, and the closing of AWF27. Right before the IRCAD wrist course in Strasbourg.
Dr. Gustavo Mantovani.
Add a 3-day immersion in one big wrist arthroscopy topic: lectures, discussion, real surgery and workshops, on a trip you are already making.
Trieste, March 31 – April 3
The Black Box of the Wrist and the AWF Alumni Meeting, two hours from the IFSSH Mid-Term in Venice (April 4–8).
After the ASSH
Guadalajara, October 13–16
Wrist Arthritis: The Arthroscopic Revolution, a 2-hour direct flight from the ASSH Annual Meeting in San Antonio (October 7–9).
Before IRCAD Strasbourg
Trieste, November 22–24
Beyond the Ordinary, the days before the IRCAD wrist arthroscopy course in Strasbourg (November 26–27).
Technology bonuses (MASTER Circuit)
Image segmentation, 3D reconstruction, digital planning and clinical applications.
Artificial intelligence in clinical practice, research, surgical planning and scientific productivity.
Sonographic anatomy, dynamic assessment and ultrasound-guided procedures, with workshops in Trieste and Maceió.
Built into the immersions and small digital projects. No extra travel.
Optional, booked separately
| Center | Course | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| IRCAD Latin America, Barretos (BR) | Basic Wrist Arthroscopy | May 14–15 |
| IRCAD Latin America, Barretos (BR) | Advanced Wrist Arthroscopy + Elbow | August 11–14 |
| Guadalajara (MX) | Basic and Advanced Wrist Arthroscopy | To be confirmed |
| Quirontec, São Paulo (BR) | Basic Wrist Arthroscopy | To be confirmed |
Open to MASTER fellows, AWF Experience participants and external surgeons. Free stations for AWF Alumni and experienced surgeons who want to refresh specific techniques, subject to availability.
Mentor and network
Founder and scientific director
Hand surgeon, founder and scientific director of ARTROWRISTFELLOW. President of LAWA (Latin American Wrist Association), Past President of IWAS (International Wrist Arthroscopy Society), member of the IWC (International Wrist Centers). Instructor at the IRCAD wrist arthroscopy courses in Strasbourg since 2009 and course director of wrist and elbow arthroscopy at IRCAD Latin America since 2011. Based in Italy, with clinical practice at the São Paulo Hand Center, Brazil.
AWF centers are listed among the accredited International Wrist Centers (IWC) of the IRCAD-IWC/IWAS Diploma in Wrist Arthroscopy.
Former fellows keep lifetime access to AWF learning materials and are invited to the AWF Alumni Meeting in Trieste.
Dr. Henrique Bufaiçal, Director of the Basic Course · Dr. Luiz Guilherme Lenzi, Director of Research and Studies.
AWF in practice
How to apply
Updated, with your current surgical practice.
Who are you, and why do you want to join AWF? What do you hope to learn and experience? Is there anything we should know to make this experience successful for you?
Preferably from an AWF Alumnus or your department chief.
Selection is based on your CV, your letter and, when needed, a short conversation. Investment and payment plans: ask our concierge.
AWF Experience: To book a single module, contact our concierge. Spots are limited to 4 per module.