On May 20, 2023, the 27th Tuzla ENT School was successfully held in Tuzla, marking the continuation of a long-standing tradition of continuous education in the field of otorhinolaryngology. This meeting—the first to officially carry Roman numeral numbering—brought together eminent experts from the region and around the world, with a focus on state-of-the-art surgical techniques and diagnostic approaches.
The program of the school was rich and diverse, covering the following key areas:
Cochlear Implant Surgery: The lecture was delivered by Prof. Dr. Mahmut Tayyar Kalcioglu from Istanbul, Turkey, who shared his experience with this complex surgical procedure.
Free Flaps in Reconstruction: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gregor Heiduscka from Vienna, Austria, presented advanced free-flap reconstruction techniques essential in head and neck surgery.
Vibrant SoundBridge and Bonebridge: A detailed overview of these innovative hearing implants was provided by Dr. Astrid Magele.
Nasal Polyposis: Prof. Dr. Tomislav Baudoin from Zagreb, Croatia, presented contemporary approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of nasal polyposis.
In addition to the above, other distinguished professors and physicians from Slovenia, Serbia, North Macedonia, and Montenegro also participated, contributing to discussions and the exchange of knowledge.
The 27th Tuzla ENT School not only provided a platform for sharing the latest scientific achievements but also reaffirmed Tuzla’s status as an important center for otorhinolaryngology education in the region. Through its successful organization, the School set high standards for future events and emphasized the commitment of the “ORL School – ENT School Tuzla” Association to continuous professional development.
