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Advanced Course in Head & Neck Laser Surgery with University Hospital Mainz
Date | November 19 - 20, 2026
Venue | Mainz, Germany
Course concept
Welcome to the Advanced Course in Head & Neck Laser Surgery with University Hospital Mainz
Over two intensive days, this course offers a comprehensive overview of modern CO₂ laser applications in otorhinolaryngology, combining scientific background, international clinical experience, and structured hands-on training. This program is intended for ENT surgeons with prior experience in laser surgery or otorhinolaryngology. Participants benefit by refining precision in microlaryngeal, oncologic, and otologic procedures, enhancing surgical safety, and integrating efficient workflows for immediate clinical impact.
The first day focuses on the foundations and clinical applications of CO₂ laser surgery in ENT, emphasizing modern transoral and microscopic surgical techniques. Participants begin with an introduction to CO₂ laser surgery, followed by an overview of ENT indications and the learning curve for laser-assisted procedures. Clinical sessions cover laser chordectomy, transoral laser microsurgery for glottic cancer, and CO₂ laser use in various head and neck tumor locations. Additional lectures address laser applications in middle ear surgery and stapedotomy, as well as key aspects of postoperative management after laser interventions. Throughout the day, internationally experienced surgeons share practical insights, clinical case examples, and discussion points highlighting the benefits and challenges of laser-assisted ENT surgery in daily practice.
The second day is dedicated entirely to practical training and hands-on experience. Participants receive a detailed introduction to the laser system, followed by a briefing on workshop equipment, including microscopes and surgical specimens. During an extensive wet-lab workshop, surgeons work in small groups to practice microlaryngeal and open surgical laser applications under expert faculty guidance. The interactive environment lets participants refine surgical techniques, gain confidence in laser handling, and discuss procedural strategies with experienced users. The course concludes with a round-table discussion, a summary of key learning points, and certificate handover.
This course provides a focused, clinically relevant learning experience, ensuring that participants return to their institutions with enhanced technical confidence, a deeper understanding of CO₂ laser-tissue interaction, and refined surgical skills. The scientific chairman of the course is Prof. Dr. Christoph Matthias. He completed internships in the USA and England and subsequently held senior positions in the ENT departments of university hospitals in Berlin, Munich, and Erlangen-Nuremberg. In 2006, he was appointed as a Professor at LMU Munich. Before becoming the Head of the ENT Department at the University Medical Center Göttingen in 2007, he worked under the renowned ENT surgeon Prof. Wolfgang Steiner. Currently, he leads the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the University Medical Center Mainz.
Aims of the course:
- Understand the latest CO₂ laser technologies and surgical concepts
- Learn from expert-led clinical case presentations
- Gain hands-on experience in laser surgery
- Improve surgical precision, safety, and procedural confidence
- Network and exchange experiences with leading ENT laser surgeons
This event will be conducted by Universitätsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131 Mainz, Germany in cooperation with KLS Martin SE & Co. KG.
Information
Participation fee
2 day | 290 €
The course fee includes all course catering and one night's accommodation at the course hotel.
Course language
English
Course venue
University Medical Center Mainz
Langenbeckstraße 1
55131 Mainz
Germany
Organizer of the course:
Universitätsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Langenbeckstraße 1
55131 Mainz
Germany
Sponsor of the course:
KLS Martin SE & Co. KG
A company of KLS Martin Group
KLS Martin Platz 1
78532 Tuttlingen
Germany
Program
Thursday, November 19, 2026
- 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. - Arrival and registration with light lunch
- 1:00 – 1:15 p.m. - Welcome and course introduction
- 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. - Basics of CO₂ laser surgery and unique features of the marLase Pro® laser system
- 1:45 – 2:15 p.m. - Potential applications of CO₂ lasers in ENT and the learning curve
- 2:15 – 2:45 p.m. - Chordectomy: case presentation and advantages
- 2:45 – 3:05 p.m. - Coffee break
- 3:05 – 3:50 p.m. - Transoral laser microsurgery for glottic cancer
- 3:50 – 4:20 p.m. - CO₂ laser applications in different head and neck tumor locations
- 4:20 – 4:50 p.m. - CO₂ laser applications in middle ear surgery and stapedotomy
- 4:50 – 5:10 p.m. - Postoperative management after laser surgery
- 5:10 – 5:30 p.m. - Discussion and closing of first day
- 5:30 p.m. - End of first day
- 7:00 p.m. - Networking dinner
Friday, November 20, 2026
- 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. - Introduction to the marLase Pro® laser system
- 9:30 – 9:45 a.m. - Introduction to the workshop materials (microscope, specimens)
- 9:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. - Hands-on workshop: microlaryngeal and open surgery workstation
- 12:45 – 1:15 p.m. - Round table discussion
- 1:15 – 2:00 p.m. - Handover of certificates and closing of event
- 2:00 p.m. - End of course
Our experts
Chairman and faculty
Registration
Course fee | Two day | 290 € I The course fee includes all course catering and one night's accommodation at the course hotel.
Cancellation by the course organizer
The course organizer reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment or other circumstances. Registration fees will be fully refunded to participants.
Registration cancellation by the participant
We only accept written cancellations, which must be received one week before the start of the training. When writing your cancellation, please include the details about your person and your billing address. Please write your cancellation to sandra.tschorn@klsmartin.com. In case of cancellation until November 1, 2026, a processing fee of 25 EUR will be retained. After that date, no refund can be made unless the participant is replaced.
General terms and conditions
Participants will be considered in the order of receipt of their written registration. Only registrations with complete information after receipt of payment can be considered. In case of cancellation until November 1, 2026, a processing fee of 25 EUR will be retained. After that date, no refund can be made unless the participant is replaced.