PRE-CONGRESS ICPF 2026

Every cleft surgeon – and every cleft patient – brings a different story. World-renowned surgeons will share and demonstrate the surgical protocols they personally use — and why. You’ll gain practical insights into the decision-making behind primary and secondary cleft procedures. Expect open dialogue on what works, what doesn’t, and how different philosophies can lead to equally excellent outcomes.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss the Pre-Congress ICPF 2026 in Brno, Czechia  September 29-30, 2026

• 1. Learn from the Best – Up Close and Personal
  World-renowned cleft surgeons demonstrate their own surgical protocols live — including what works, what doesn’t, and why they made these choices.
• 2. Hands-On Training on Silicone Models and Cadavers
  Practical workshops on high-fidelity silicone models and cadavers allow participants to apply advanced techniques in cleft lip, palate, and secondary cleft surgeries.
• 3. Dual Tracks: Anesthesia & Surgery
  Tailored training paths for surgeons and anesthesiologists — including ultrasound-guided regional blocks, TBL sessions with virtual patients, and cleft repair simulations.
• 4. A Unique Bridge Between Theory and Practice
  Gain deep insights into the decision-making behind cleft care in a focused, interactive setting.

September 29, 2026

8:00–12:00  Masterclass: What Is Working in My Hands...
Surgical Approaches & Anesthesiological Management in Cleft Patients.
World-renowned experts will present and discuss the surgical techniques and anesthetic protocols that work best in their own clinical practice.

12:00–13:00   Lunch

13:00-17:00    Hands-On Training

September 30, 2026

🧠 Cadaver Course: Mastering Advanced Techniques for Secondary Corrections
Hands-on dissection and training on cadavers, focused on advanced secondary cleft procedures.

Covered procedures and techniques include:

• BFP
• Myomucosal buccal flap, FAMM flap
• Lip augmentation
• Alveolar bone grafting – including mandibular graft harvesting

Secondary rhinoplasty in cleft patients
Harvesting of temporal fascia, ear and rib cartilage