18 - 19 JUNE 2026
MASTERCLASSES IN
PARATHYROID SURGERY
Department of Head & Neck Surgery
Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Coimbra
(IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
QUANDO / WHEN
18 -19 JUNE 2026
VAGAS LIMITADAS / LIMITED
100 ATTENDEES
ONDE / WHERE
Auditorium of the
Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Coimbra (IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
INSCRIÇÕES ATÉ / DEAD LINE FOR REGISTRATION
30 MAY 2026
PREÇO / PRICE (não reembolsável / non refundable)
100 EURO - 5 sessions; 2 conferences; two coffee breaks; certificate
SOBRE O EVENTO / ABOUT THE EVENT
The Department of Head & Neck Surgery of the Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Coimbra (IPO Coimbra) proudly presents the “Masterclasses in Parathyroid Surgery”.
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Taking place in the beautiful city of Coimbra, Portugal, this exclusive two-day meeting (18–19 June 2026) will bring together leading experts to explore the most relevant and cutting-edge topics in hyperparathyroidism and its surgical management.
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An outstanding international faculty of renowned endocrinologists and surgeons from Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece, USA, and Türkiye will deliver high-level masterclasses covering state-of-the-art diagnosis, advanced gland localization, modern surgical approaches, remote access techniques, and the latest technologies supporting surgery — including autofluorescence, ICG, and IONM. Participants will also gain practical insights into managing failed surgery and mastering bilateral neck exploration.
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Dr. Paula Messias (Head of the Department of Head & Neck Surgery) and Dr. Carlos Costa Almeida (Organization) warmly invite you to join us in Coimbra in the summer of 2026. Discover a city where history, culture, and science meet: wander through picturesque narrow streets, admire centuries-old architecture, visit the resting place of Portugal’s first king, D. Afonso Henriques, and experience the legacy of the Roman Empire. Enjoy vibrant riverside restaurants and the unique atmosphere of one of the world’s oldest universities, home to the breathtaking Joanina Library — truly one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.
Join the Masterclasses in Parathyroid Surgery for an exceptional learning experience in an inspiring historic setting. Expand your expertise, connect with leading specialists, and enjoy the unforgettable charm of Coimbra. We look forward to welcoming you. Register now and secure your place!​​​​
Endorsement
Sociedade Portuguesa de Cirurgia Endócrina (SPCENDO)
European Society of Endocrine Surgeons (ESES)
Registrations (Inscrições)
Limited to 100 participants
Price: 100 euros (non-refundable)
Deadline: 30 May 2026
Registration confirmation: only after payment proof.​
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How to register:
1. Click the bottom to fill out the form or use the QRCode in the poster (image).
2. Pay your registration and email the proof.
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Payment
IBAN - PT50078101120112001178111
Send proof to email: gcformacao@ipocoimbra.min-saude.pt
PROGRAM /
08:30
Opening Ceremony
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DAY 1 - Session 1
Indications and Localization
08:45-12:00
Dr. Paula Messias, Head of Head & Neck Surgery, IPO Coimbra, Portugal
Dr Fernando Rodrigues, Head of Endocrinology, IPO Coimbra, Portugal
Dr. Nancy Perrier, Endocrine Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA
​09:00 (10 min)
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
(Dr. Joana Couto, Endocrinology, IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
​09:15 (10 min)
Genetic Syndromes
(Dr. Ana Rita Elvas, Endocrinology, IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
​09:30 (10 min)
Secondary and Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism
(Dr. Teresa Martins, Endocrinology, IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
​09:45 - COFFEE BREAK (45 min)
​10:30 (10 min)
What do we need to know for a target surgery?
(Dr. Ana Rafael, Endocrine Surgery, Lisboa, Portugal)
​10:45 (10 min)
First line image: Should we change our mindset?
(Dr. Marti Manyalich, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital Clinic Barcelona, Spain)
​11:00 (15 min)
Experience of the Hospital Clinic of Barcelona?
(Dr. Oscar Vidal, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital Clinic Barcelona, Spain)
​11:20 - Q&A (30 min)
DAY 1 - Session 2
Conference
12:00-12:30
Dr. Paula Messias, Head of Head & Neck Surgery, IPO Coimbra, Portugal
Operating on a Carcinoma of the Parathyroid
(Dr. Kyriakos Vamvakidis, Director of the Department of Endocrine Surgery, "Henry Dunant" Hospital Center, President of the Hellenic Association of Endocrine Surgeons, Chairman of the Education Committee of the ESES, Athens, Greece)
FREE TIME FOR LUNCH
12:30-14:30
DAY 1 - Session 3
Technology and Failure
14:30-17:00
Dr. Ozer Makay, Endocrine Surgery, Izmir, Tükiye
Dr. João Capela, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital São João, Porto, Portugal
Dr. Nancy Perrier, Endocrine Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA
​14:45 (15 min)
Autofluorescence and ICG
(Dr. Carlos Serra, General Surgery, Hospital dos SAMS, Lisbon, Portugal)
​15:05 (10 min)
Does radioguided surgery have a role to play?
(Dr. Carlos Soares, General Surgery, Hospital de Gaia, Portugal)
​15:20 (10 min)
IONM: Yes or No?
(Dr. Carlos Leichsenring, General Surgery, Hospital CUF Descobertas, Lisbon, Portugal)
​15:35 (10 min)
Miami Criteria failed to drop. What to do?
(Dr. Miguel Allen, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital da Luz, Lisboa, Portugal)
​15:50 (15 min)
When to re-explore the neck?
(Dr. Marco Raffaelli, ESES President, Endocrine Surgery, Università Cattolica Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy)
​16:10 - Q&A (40 min)
END OF DAY 1
17:00
DAY 2 - Session 4
Surgical Techniques
08:30-13:00
Dr. Oscar Vidal, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital Clinic Barcelona, Spain
Dr. Carlos Leichsenring, General Surgery, Hospital CUF Descobertas, Lisboa, Portugal
Dr. Henrique Candeias, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital Curry Cabral, Lisboa, Portugal
​08:40 (15 min)
Anterior approach (midline): tips and tricks
(Dr. João Capela, Endocrine Surgery, Hospital São João, Porto, Portugal)
​09:00 (15 min)
Backdoor approach: technical steps
(Dr. Carlos E. Costa Almeida, Head & Neck Surgery, IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
​09:20 (15 min)
How to perform a safe bilateral neck exploration
(Dr. Maurizio Iacobone, Endocrine Surgery, Padua, Italy)
​09:40 (15 min)
TOEPVA
(Dr. Ozer Makay, Endocrine Surgery, Izmir, Tükiye)
​10:00 - COFFEE BREAK (30 min)
​10:40 (15 min)
Transaxillary approach
(Dr. Jaime Vilaça, General Surgery, Hospital Luz Arrábida, Porto, Portugal)
​11:00 (15 min)
Subtotal parathyroidectomy: tips and tricks
(Dr. Fancesca Torresan, Endocrine Surgery, Padua, Italy)
​11:20 (15 min)
Mediastinal adenoma: How to remove it?
(Dr. Tiago Nogueira, Thoracic Surgery, IPO Coimbra, Portugal)
​11:40 - Q&A (30 min)
DAY 2 - Session 5
Conference
12:15-12:45
Dr. Carlos E. Costa Almeida, Head & Neck Surgery Department, IPO Coimbra, Portugal
Target Parathyroidectomy
under Loco-Regional Anesthesia
(Dr. Marco Raffaelli, Professor of Surgery, Head Division of Endocrine & Metabolic Surgery, Gemelli Hospital, Univ. Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy)
13:00
Closing Ceremony​
Free Lunch - restaurant suggestions
You will have two hours for a free lunch (18 June 2026) with your friends and colleagues before returning to the Masterclasses in Parathyroid Surgery.
This will be a great opportunity to discuss what you heard during the morning, network, talk about previous or future events, or simply enjoy a good moment of relaxation.
You may choose one of the following suggestions (click on the image for the map) for a fast and good lunch. Some you may walk to, others you may go by taxi, or in your car.
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Enjoy your lunch, but make sure you return...
Sponsors
Organization
Dr. Paula Messias
(Head of the Department of Head & Neck Surgery of IPO Coimbra)
Dr. Carlos Eduardo Costa Almeida
(Head & Neck Surgery Department of IPO Coimbra)
Department of Head & Neck Surgery
Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Coimbra
(IPO Coimbra)
Coimbra, Portugal