Philippine Skull Base Masterclass

Advanced Open and Endoscopic Skull Base Dissection Course

June 9–11, 2026 | CASTTI, The Medical City, Manila, Philippines

The Philippine Skull Base Masterclass is a three-day, hands-on cadaveric dissection course designed for surgeons seeking advanced training in open, endoscopic, and combined skull base approaches. As an official AACNS 2026 Pre-Congress Course, the program emphasizes high-fidelity anatomical dissection, close faculty mentorship, and practical surgical application in a state-of-the-art simulation environment.

Course Participant (Dissector)

  • USD 2000 (Early Bird Rate)
  • USD 2250 (Regular Rate)

This option is intended for surgeons who wish to engage in a fully immersive hands-on experience.

  • Full three-day cadaveric dissection course
  • Two participants per cadaver head
  • Dedicated microsurgical and endoscopic dissection station
  • Close, rotating faculty supervision and mentorship
  • Access to all lectures, discussions, and course materials

This format ensures ample hands-on time and individualized instruction throughout the course.

Observer

  • USD 500 (Early Bird Rate)
  • USD 600 (Regular Rate)

The Observer option is suitable for surgeons who wish to participate in the academic and instructional components without performing dissections.

  • Access to all lectures and didactic sessions
  • Ability to observe live dissections at assigned stations
  • Interaction with faculty and participants in the laboratory setting

Lectures Only

  • USD 200 (Early Bird Rate)
  • USD 250 (Regular Rate)

The Lectures Only option is intended for participants who wish to attend the academic component of the Philippine Skull Base Masterclass without participating in the cadaveric laboratory sessions.

Participants in this category will have access to the full lecture program, including expert faculty presentations, surgical technique discussions, and case-based teaching sessions.

This option is ideal for surgeons, trainees, and healthcare professionals who would like to benefit from the educational content of the course in a lecture-based format.

  • Access to all lectures and didactic sessions
  • Participation in case discussions and academic sessions
  • Opportunity to interact with faculty during lecture periods

To secure your slot, please complete the registration and payment through the links below. Slots are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Once payment is confirmed, you will receive an email with further course details and logistical information.