IRCAD-IWC IWAS Pre-APWA-APFSSH Meeting
The Inaugural IRCAD-IWC India Course, held from September 7th to 9th, 2025 at IRCAD India, Indore, brought together leading global experts for an intensive 3-day training in Ultrasound Surgery and Wrist Arthroscopy.
This hands-on course was conducted under the distinguished supervision of: Course Directors:
• Dr. Abhijeet Wahegaonkar (India)
• Dr. Andrew Chin (Singapore)
• Dr. Olivier Mares (France)
Course Supervisors:
• Dr. Christophe Mathoulin (France)
• Dr. Greg Bain (Australia)
• Dr. Toshiyasu Nakamura (Japan)
Event Highlights:
• Day 1 – Ultrasound-Guided Surgery: anatomical landmark mapping, tendon releases, carpal tunnel techniques
• Day 2 – Wrist Arthroscopy Basics: portal techniques, midcarpal exploration, ganglia & TFCC procedures
• Day 3 – Advanced Arthroscopy: SL reconstructions, scaphoid nonunion, bone fusion techniques
• High-fidelity cadaveric hands-on training with expert supervision (1:2 ratio)
• 30+ renowned international and national faculty
• Delegates from across India and the globe
Endorsed by APWA, IWAS, and the Wrist Society of India, this event offered not just surgical skill enhancement, but a powerful platform for global collaboration, evidence-based learning, and professional growth.