July 2025

AO CMF Lighthouse Course on Surgical Approaches and Techniques in Facial Surgery

The AO CMF Lighthouse Course on Surgical Approaches and Techniques in Facial Surgery brought together an international faculty and participants from across the region for an intensive two-day educational program dedicated to advancing surgical knowledge and skills in facial surgery.

The course was co-chaired by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Hazem Abdelazeem (Egypt) and Dr. Fadi Zibdeh (Jordan), with the participation of distinguished international faculty members:

• Alexander Schramm – Germany

• Stefano Fusetti – Italy

• Mohammed Nadershah – Saudi Arabia

• Mohamed Amin – Egypt

• Mostafa Hemeda – Egypt

• Susan Hassan – Egypt

• Amir Elbarbary – Egypt

The scientific program covered state-of-the-art surgical approaches and techniques involving the upper, middle, and lower face, as well as the neck. A major highlight was the hands-on practical training using human anatomical specimens, providing participants with valuable opportunities to explore surgical anatomy and refine their technical skills.

The course welcomed participants from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Azerbaijan, Morocco, and Egypt, creating an international learning environment that encouraged scientific exchange, collaboration, and the sharing of surgical expertise.

Special appreciation goes to the AO administration team, particularly Nina, Karolina, and Marc, for their invaluable organizational and logistical support in ensuring the successful delivery of the program.

The course reflected AO CMF's continued commitment to international collaboration, advanced surgical education, and the development of practical skills aimed at improving patient outcomes in facial surgery.