The16th Introductory Skeletal Dysplasias Course (Reggio Emilia, June 29 – July 3, 2026) is now open to applications!
The Skeletal Dysplasia Course is intended to provide an introduction to the clinical and radiographic diagnostics and clinical management of skeletal dysplasias, as well as to the molecular bases and therapeutic approaches. The Course is conceived for pediatricians, clinical geneticists, radiologists and other specialists planning to develop a clinical activity in the field of genetic skeletal diseases. Participants are expected to present own undiagnosed cases (even simple ones). The number of participants is limited to 18. The official language is English.
Applications should be addressed by email to Dr Sheila Unger at s.unger@genetica.ch. Please include your professional CV and state your present involvement in genetic skeletal disease.
Priority will be given to those applicants who submit a letter from their institution confirming commitment to support clinical activity in the domain of skeletal dysplasias.
Course Fee: 1300 EUR; includes course tuition and materials, 5 hotel nights, breakfast, lunches, and Course official dinner.
Course venue: Mercure Hotel Astoria, Reggio Emilia, and Arcispedale Santa Maria Nuova, Reggio Emilia, Italy. Reggio Emilia is easily reached by train from international airports in Milano or Bologna (both rides are less than an hour).
HERE to see the preliminary program.