Day 2 · ARCAS Cadaver Intensive · 11 May 2026 · Istanbul · ACIBADEM CASE
Extraoral Approaches to the Facial Skeleton – Fresh-Frozen Cadaver Course, Istanbul
A focused, one-day fresh-frozen cadaver lab (Day 2 of the ARCAS Cadaver Intensive) for surgeons who want confident, reproducible extraoral access to the facial skeleton in complex trauma and secondary deformity – under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Elsharabasy.
We’ll send you the full course brochure, detailed daily program and logistics info, and answer your questions 1:1 on WhatsApp.
CADAVER
Course Snapshot
Key facts about this ARCAS cadaver intensive. Venue: Acıbadem University CASE · Istanbul
Dates & format
11 May 2026 · 1 full day of fresh-frozen extraoral cadaver training
Pre-course online theory + live Q&A, followed by a full day of fresh-frozen extraoral cadaver lab in Istanbul.
Location & facility
Acıbadem University CASE · Istanbul
University-based anatomy & simulation centre with fully equipped fresh-frozen cadaver stations dedicated to head and neck surgery.
Cadaveric hands-on
10+ hours of supervised fresh-frozen cadaver work
Step-by-step extraoral dissection on the orbit, zygoma, midface and mandible, with 2 surgeons per specimen for maximum operating time and repetition of key steps.
How this day fits the series
Day 2: Extraoral approaches to the facial skeleton
Attend this day alone or bundle it with Day 1 Rhinoplasty and Day 3 Orthognathic Osteotomies within the same cadaver series.
Who it’s for
Maxillofacial (OMFS), ENT and plastic surgeons (and senior residents/fellows)
Ideal for surgeons treating facial trauma, secondary deformity or reconstructive cases who want structured, cadaver-based training they can directly apply in their own operating theatre.
Group size & support
Small, high-focus group – planned for 12 surgeons
Hands-on training is organised as an intimate group (around 12 surgeons), working 2 per cadaver under close faculty supervision, with ongoing case discussion and support via the ARCAS WhatsApp group.
What you will gain
Translate cadaveric practice into real surgical capability – from reliable extraoral access to full corrective jaw procedures.
Extraoral access
- You are an OMFS, ENT, plastic or craniofacial surgeon – or a senior resident/fellow – treating facial trauma or deformity.
- You want more reliable extraoral access for orbital, ZMC, mandibular and condylar fractures instead of working through limited windows.
- You are revising malunions, non-unions or secondary deformities where poor exposure compromised the result.
- You need safer, wider access for tumour resection and reconstructive plating in the midface and mandibular regions.
- You prefer structured, step-by-step cadaver training over ad-hoc “observe and copy” learning.
Extraoral access skills
Plan and execute extraoral incisions for the orbit, zygoma, midface and mandible using clear indications and surface landmarks.
Achieve wide, stable exposure that respects facial nerve and vascular anatomy in trauma and reconstructive cases.
Reduce and plate orbital, ZMC and mandibular fractures through reproducible corridors you can use immediately in your own theatre.
Approach condylar and TMJ pathology with nerve-sparing preauricular and retromandibular techniques.
Confidently choose – and justify – the right extraoral access for trauma, secondary deformity and oncologic cases.
Extraoral dissection & exposure
- Orbital rim and floor exposure with infraorbital nerve preservation and preparation for fracture reduction and reconstruction.
- Zygomatic arch and ZMC exposure to allow accurate reduction and plating in complex midfacial trauma.
- Preauricular and retromandibular approaches for condylar and subcondylar access using nerve-sparing dissection planes.
- Submandibular access to the mandibular body, angle and ramus, protecting the marginal mandibular branch and maintaining secure plating corridors.
- Bicoronal access to the frontal bone, supraorbital rim and upper midface, including pericranial flap elevation when indicated.
- Throughout, refine incision planning, layered dissection, haemostasis, exposure and closure techniques for stable fixation and acceptable scars.
How this cadaver intensive is structured
This course is built as a complete learning journey, not just a single day in the lab.
You prepare online, clarify details in a live Q&A, then spend a full day in the fresh-frozen cadaver lab: a short recap, followed by step-by-step extraoral dissection
Scientific programme ↵ at a glance
One full day (08:00–18:00) of supervised dissection on fresh-frozen cadavers at Acibadem CASE. Final timings may change slightly.
Morning – Orbit, zygoma & midface
Midday – TMJ & condylar region
Afternoon – Mandible, coronal access & wrap-up
Venue & participant logistics
This edition of the programme is hosted at Acibadem University CASE in Istanbul – the dedicated anatomy and simulation centre of one of Turkey’s most prestigious private healthcare groups. Below is the practical information about the venue, daily flow and travel options.
University anatomy & simulation centre purpose-built for advanced surgical training.
Fresh-frozen cadaver stations fully equipped for extraoral and orthognathic procedures.
OR-level imaging and HD audio-visual system so you can follow every step of the master dissection.
Experienced lab and technical staff supporting the faculty so the programme runs smoothly.
• Morning coffee, lunch and afternoon refreshments included – time to discuss cases with the faculty and colleagues.
• All instruments, implants and disposables prepared for you; you only bring your own loupes if you use them.
• Personal name badge and sterile OR gown provided before entering the cadaver lab.
• Closing session with certificate handover and group photos.
- Recommended hotel: Wyndham Istanbul Ataşehir – modern, comfortable hotel about a 5-minute walk from Acıbadem CASE, ideal for early starts and late finishes.
- No fixed travel package: You are free to book your own flights and accommodation; we simply recommend staying within walking distance of the lab for convenience.
- Make time for Istanbul: Many surgeons add an extra day before or after the course to explore Istanbul’s historic centre, the Bosphorus and local restaurants.
Faculty & surgical background
This cadaver intensive is led by high-volume maxillofacial surgeons who live in the OR – bringing real facial trauma, deformity and orthognathic experience directly to the lab.
Selected clinical cases from the faculty – orthognathic surgery, complex trauma and craniofacial reconstruction.
Places in the cadaver lab are strictly limited and allocated on a first-confirmed basis. To check current availability or discuss group / resident rates and nearby hotel options, please contact the ARCAS Education team on WhatsApp.
Fees & registration
Fees are listed in USD for the 2026 edition. Tuition includes the cadaver lab programme, instruments and disposables, coffee breaks and lunch. Travel, accommodation and evening meals are arranged individually by participants.
Extraoral Day – hands-on surgeon: 1650 USD
Extraoral Day – observer: 900 USD
Tuition includes access to the online preparatory materials, one full day of supervised fresh-frozen cadaver training at Acibadem CASE (2 surgeons per specimen), and issuance of your ARCAS Cadaver Intensive certificate.
Surgeons who attend both Extraoral (Day 2) and Orthognathic (Day 3) modules are offered a reduced combined fee compared with registering for each day separately.
Current bundle tuition and any resident / assistant / group rates, if applicable, are specified in your official offer letter and in the course brochure.
Contact the ARCAS team directly via WhatsApp or email.
Tell us which day(s) you plan to attend and whether you are joining as a hands-on surgeon or observer.
We will send you an official offer letter with your fee and payment instructions; once your payment is received, you’ll receive a written confirmation securing your place in the cadaver lab.
Ready to join the Extraoral Day in Istanbul?
Request the full brochure to review the programme, fees, remaining cadaver lab seats and bundle options with Orthognathic Day. We reply to every enquiry personally.
INTENSIVE
Build your 3-day ARCAS Cadaver pathway
All three masters-level cadaver modules run on consecutive days at Acibadem CASE – join a single day or combine them into a 2–3 day pathway; bundle fees are outlined in your offer letter.
Comprehensive Rhinoplasty
Functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty on fresh-frozen cadavers with Dr. Ahmed Elabany & Dr. Ahmed Elshaer.
Extraoral Approaches
Step-by-step access to the facial skeleton, exposure and fixation techniques for complex trauma and deformity.
Orthognathic Osteotomies
Le Fort I, BSSO and fixation planning in a cadaver setting with Prof. Ibrahim Elsharabasy & Dr. Hatem Ibrahim.
Ask us about 2- and 3-day bundle options when you message the ARCAS team.
Most Common Questions
All three modules are built for practicing surgeons who need more than occasional workshops – they need realistic cadaver dissections, repetition of key steps and honest discussion of complications. Each day combines focused online preparation with full-day fresh-frozen lab work, so you arrive ready to operate and leave with a clear plan to translate what you learned into your own practice.
