{"id":4411,"date":"2024-11-06T15:09:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T15:09:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/news\/first-international-surgical-academy-prof-ninkovic-congress-successfully-held\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T12:43:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T12:43:17","slug":"first-international-surgical-academy-prof-ninkovic-congress-successfully-held","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/news\/isan-congress-was-held-in-cepin\/","title":{"rendered":"First International Surgical Academy Prof. Ninkovi\u0107 congress held"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From October 24 to 26, 2024,<\/strong> the first International Surgical Academy Prof. Ninkovi\u0107 (ISAN) congress<\/a> took place in \u010cepin<\/strong>, the heart of Slavonia<\/strong>. Focused on plastic, esthetic reconstructive and hand surgery<\/a>, the event was hosted at Terra Negra<\/a> and brought together leading surgeons<\/strong> and medical experts<\/strong> from around the world, turning \u010cepin into a global hub of innovation<\/strong> and expertise<\/strong> in modern surgery.

The congress<\/strong> was led by Professor Milomir Ninkovi\u0107,<\/a> a visionary and founder of ISAN<\/strong>, who has translated his extensive career and expertise into a groundbreaking project aimed at offering world-class surgical<\/strong> education right at home. With this congress, Professor Ninkovi\u0107<\/strong> reaffirmed his commitment to revolutionizing surgical education, providing an opportunity for both Croatian<\/strong> and international professionals <\/strong>to further their skills outside Europe\u2019s<\/strong> largest medical centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The congress <\/strong>was officially opened in \u010cepin<\/strong> in the presence of leading experts and key figures from the medical community, marking the beginning of a new chapter<\/strong> in the region\u2019s advancement in modern surgery.

Among the distinguished guests were Mato Luki\u0107<\/strong>, the County Prefect of Osijek-Baranja County; Professor Dr. Sc. Vlado Guberac,<\/strong> the Rector of Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek; and Professor Dr. Sc. Ivica Mihaljevi\u0107,<\/strong> Dean of the Faculty of Medicine,<\/a> who all expressed strong support for the development of this unique medical center in \u010cepin<\/strong>, a project crucial for the advancement of healthcare infrastructure <\/strong>in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the first day of the congress,<\/strong> they featured a captivating keynote address from Professor Samir Mardini<\/strong>, a renowned expert and head of the Department of Plastic, Esthetic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/strong> at the prestigious Mayo Clinic<\/strong> in the United States. Professor Mardini <\/strong>shared a fascinating overview of Mayo Clinic\u2019s history and introduced the groundbreaking techniques now being applied in reconstructive surgery. The congress opened to significant media attention<\/strong>, marking a key milestone in the region\u2019s medical education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Prof. Ninkovi\u0107 – ISAN congress<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The congress brought together 180 participants <\/strong>from across the globe, spanning from the United States to Qatar. The dynamic atmosphere was charged with the rich exchange of knowledge<\/strong> and ideas<\/strong>. The sheer number of attendees<\/strong> and their enthusiasm<\/strong> underscored ISAN\u2019s<\/strong> growing importance and relevance as a global center <\/strong>of excellence in surgical education<\/strong>. The event featured a stellar lineup of professors<\/strong> and experts<\/strong> from various surgical specialties whose contributions elevated the congress to new heights. Their lectures and innovative approaches provided invaluable knowledge<\/strong>. They inspired attendees<\/strong>, cementing the congress as a premier event in the field of surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most moving moments came with the appearance of Theo Kelz<\/strong>, a patient who underwent double-hand allotransplantation 20 years ago<\/strong>. Theo\u2019s inspiring story of recovery<\/strong>, resilience<\/strong>, and triumph<\/strong> gave attendees a rare glimpse into reconstructive surgery\u2019s profoundly humanitarian<\/strong> and transformative<\/strong> side. His strength and determination<\/strong> resonated with doctors and participants alike, highlighting the profound impact of this field on patients\u2019 lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The ISAN congress<\/strong> was much more than an academic gathering \u2013 it was a meeting of leading experts and passionate professionals, all united by the common goal of advancing surgical practice. ISAN<\/strong> provided a platform for ongoing education<\/strong>, the exchange of ideas<\/strong>, and the creation of professional networks<\/strong> that will foster future collaborations and advancements in medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rich program of<\/strong> presentations enabled participants to adopt the latest techniques<\/strong> and deepen their knowledge, giving them the tools to return to their clinics<\/strong> with fresh perspectives and innovative approaches. The first ISAN congress<\/strong> marked the beginning of a new era in medical education<\/strong> for Croatia and the wider region. Participants left the event inspired and enriched with new knowledge, reinforcing ISAN\u2019s role <\/strong>as a center for excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. This congress<\/strong> demonstrated that even smaller centers can become global hubs of expertise, driving transformative change for both doctors and patients alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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