About this Event
Phoenix Children’s in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic is honored to present 2026 Advanced Pectus Course
The conference will occur on November 16 - 17, 2026, at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa, 5200 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, USA
The Advanced Pectus Course is designed to help educate surgeons who are currently performing the Nuss Procedure in their practice but want to improve their results. Since its description by Dr. Nuss over 20 years ago, the technique has changed markedly. Improved techniques to eliminate bar rotation, prevent intercostal stripping and safer passage of the bars under the sternum have been developed. The course will cover modifications for adult pectus patients, techniques for recurrent or failed prior surgery, and modifications for mixed defects.
The Advanced Pectus Course is an interactive course, presented by pectus surgical professionals who will deliver constructive and detailed lectures, along with embedded videos of live cases designed for pediatric and thoracic surgeons. This will aid in identifying strategies to update and improve the care of pectus patients, improve safety, ensure adequate repair both physically and physiologically, eliminate bar rotation, prevent intercostal stripping.
Additional Objectives but not limited to:
- Apply evidenced-based medicine to pectus (chest wall) patient care.
- Demonstrate innovative surgical techniques of both complex and unusual pectus patient repair.
- Differentiate the diagnosis and treatment options between pediatric and adult pectus cases.
- Provide solutions for complex pectus patient repair, including revisions of recurrent or inadequately repaired pectus.
Course Registration
Don’t forget to get your tickets today!
Registration fee includes:
Access to the Scientific Sessions & Hands-on Lab Session, breakfast, lunch & break out session snacks. (Scientific Program, Exhibitor’s Program)
*Attention*
- The hands-on lab sessions will not be recorded or live streamed. This session of the program will only be available for in-person attendees. We apologize for the inconvenience
Cancellation Policy for Registration
Please note that there will be NO refund for cancellations after Saturday, October 31st.
Accommodations
- Hotel accommodations for the Advanced Pectus Course fills up quickly.
- Last day to reserve with the group is Monday, October 26th
- Take advantage of the group discount for this beautiful location!
Event venue & nearby stays
Royal Palms Resort and Spa -The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, 5200 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, United States
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