13-14 October 2026
Newbury, Berkshire
The BESS Elevate Course is a focused, high-impact programme designed to support fellows as they transition into consultant practice. Combining expert-led career development with hands-on cadaveric training, this unique two-day course provides the critical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for early consultant life.
Delivered by experienced faculty, the course offers practical insight into consultant roles, leadership, and decision-making, alongside advanced shoulder arthroplasty techniques in a highly supportive learning environment.
With limited places and an emphasis on personalised training, Elevate is an exceptional opportunity to refine both technical and non-technical skills while building valuable professional networks within the BESS community.
Registration
Registration will be available here soon. Places are limited – two delegates per speciman. Priority registration will be given to BESS Surgeon and Surgeon Trainee Members.
Programme
Provisional programme includes:
DAY 1
Consultant Careers and Early Practice
- Consultant interviews – practical advice
- Leadership and career planning
- Managing complications
- Consultant panel discussions
- Networking dinner
DAY 2
Cadaveric Arthroplasty Skills
- Anatomic TSA
- Reverse TSA
- Bone loss and revision
- Bailout strategies
- Hands-on faculty guidance
Faculty and Local Organisers
Find out more about who is speaking and when.
Faculty – Coming Soon
Convenors
Dimitris Challoumas
Leanne Dupley
Parag Raval
Amol Tambe
This event is sponsored by
