Day 3 · ARCAS Cadaver Intensive · 12 May 2026 · Istanbul · ACIBADEM CASE
Orthognathic Osteotomies – Fresh-Frozen Cadaver Course, Istanbul
A focused, one-day fresh-frozen cadaver lab (Day 3 of the ARCAS Cadaver Intensive) for surgeons who want confident, reproducible orthognathic osteotomies and fixation planning in dentofacial deformity – under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Elsharabasy & Dr. Hatem Ibrahim.
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
12 May 2026 · 1 full day of fresh-frozen cadaver orthognathic osteotomy training.
Focused pre-course online material, followed by a full day in the cadaver lab in Istanbul.
Location & facility
Acıbadem University CASE · Istanbul
University-based head & neck anatomy and simulation centre with fully equipped fresh-frozen cadaver stations dedicated to complex cranio-maxillofacial surgery.
Cadaveric hands-on
10+ hours of supervised fresh-frozen cadaver work
Step-by-step Le Fort I, BSSO and selected segmental osteotomies on fresh-frozen cadavers, working 2 surgeons per specimen to maximise dissection time and repetition of key steps.
How this day fits the series
Day 3: Orthognathic Osteotomies
Join this module on its own or combine it with Day 1 Rhinoplasty and Day 2 Extraoral Approaches as part of the 2–3 day ARCAS Cadaver pathway.
Who it’s for
Maxillofacial (OMFS) and craniofacial / plastic surgeons (and senior residents/fellows).
Designed for surgeons managing dentofacial deformity and secondary orthognathic cases who want structured, cadaver-based training they can apply directly 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 confident orthognathic surgery – from single-jaw Le Fort I and BSSO to more complex segmental corrective cases.
Orthognathic cases
- You are an OMFS, ENT, plastic or craniofacial surgeon – or a senior resident/fellow – managing skeletal discrepancies, malocclusion or facial asymmetry.
- You want more predictable Le Fort I, BSSO and ramus osteotomies instead of “hoping” through difficult cases.
- You regularly see Class II/III, open bite, vertical maxillary excess or combined maxillary–mandibular deformities in your practice.
- You prefer structured, step-by-step cadaver training over ad-hoc “observe and copy” learning.
Orthognathic osteotomy skills
Plan and execute Le Fort I osteotomies with controlled down-fracture, mobilisation and mini-plate fixation.
Perform BSSO with safe split technique, segment control and stable setback/advancement sequencing.
Indicate and carry out VRO / inverted-L osteotomies for challenging ramus and asymmetry cases.
Integrate occlusal planning (splints / IMF concepts) with intraoperative sequencing and team communication.
Avoid bad splits and nerve injury while achieving symmetric, rigid fixation with plates and screws.
Cadaveric orthognathic work
- Step-by-step Le Fort I: exposure, osteotomy design, down-fracture, mobilisation and fixation.
- BSSO: ramus exposure, sagittal split, segment manipulation and fixation sequencing.
- VRO / inverted-L: indications, controlled ramus cuts and strategies for postoperative stability.
- Repetition of key steps at 2-surgeons-per-cadaver stations to build real operative confidence.
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 orthognathic osteotomies and fixation sequences.
Scientific programme ↵ at a glance
One full day (08:00–18:00) of supervised orthognathic osteotomy training on fresh-frozen cadavers at Acibadem CASE, Istanbul. Final timings may change slightly.
Morning – Le Fort I exposure & maxilla
Midday – Maxillary repositioning & BSSO
Afternoon – Final fixation, symmetry & consolidation
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.
Orthognathic Day – hands-on surgeon: 1750 USD
Orthognathic 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 Orthognathic Day in Istanbul?
Request the full brochure to review the programme, fees, remaining cadaver lab seats and bundle options with the Extraoral 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.
