Knowing how to respond when a newborn doesn’t breathe at birth can make a life-saving difference. This workshop offers practical training in neonatal resuscitation, giving participants the chance to learn and apply many techniques such as airway management, chest compressions and the use of emergency medication. With the guidance of Adriana Sbârcea, MD and Monica Liliana Matache, MD, the session combines clear explanations, hands-on exercises and realistic simulations.

This workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to essential procedures used in neonatal intensive care. With the support of Asst. Lect. Carmina Nedelcu, MD, PhD, participants will learn how to monitor vital signs, initiate CPAP therapy, insert umbilical lines and identify early signs of distress. Through practical exercises and clinically relevant situations, this session focuses on the development of core skills and offers you a glimpse into how to make the right decisions in neonatal care.

Join Emmanuel Institute for a captivating workshop where you’ll learn how EEG Brain Mapping is applied in their clinic to identify neural imbalances linked to anxiety, depression, and attention disorders. In the theoretical segment, they’ll cover core principles and real-world case studies; in the hands-on portion, you’ll analyze actual EEG maps, configure neurofeedback protocols, and experience guided VR environments — equipping you to apply their integrated neurofeedback, photobiomodulation, and VR therapies firsthand.

Led by Musa Amir, MD, this workshop provides a realistic simulation of acute stroke thrombectomy, guiding participants through patient selection, essential procedural steps and endovascular principles in neurovascular emergencies. Using advanced simulators, attendees will practice with various devices in case-based scenarios, receiving real-time feedback to refine their technical skills, hand–eye coordination and spatial understanding of cerebral anatomy.

Unlock the mysteries of pediatric epilepsy in our dynamic workshop, held by Lect. Eugenia Roza, MD, PhD, and  Asst. Lect. Radu Perjoc, MD, PhD(s). By engaging in the fascinating world of electroencephalography, you will learn how this powerful tool can shed light on the complexities of epilepsy and transform your diagnostic capabilities. If you are passionate about enhancing your expertise in one of the most critical areas of pediatric neurology, then get ready to practice setting up an EEG acquisition, interpreting EEG readings and applying your knowledge to real-life clinical situations.

This workshop offers the participants the opportunity to practice three realistic brain lesion scenarios: firm extra-axial tumor (meningioma), soft infiltrative tumor (glioma) and fluid-filled cyst. Sebastian Pavel, MD, is going to use animal models to replicate real authentic surgical challenges while guiding you in evidence-based approaches. This event is dedicated to skill development through step-by-step training in dissection, tumor resection, aspiration techniques and handling tissues of different consistencies.

This hands-on workshop will provide a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental aspects of performing a craniotomy, including its indications, surgical techniques and the various types of craniotomies. Asst. Lect. Șerban-Iancu Papacocea, MD, PhD,  will guide participants in gaining practical experience and foundational knowledge essential for understanding and performing this core neurosurgical procedure.

This vertebroplasty workshop, led by Stefan Mindea, MD, offers an introduction to the indications, contraindications and procedural steps for the treatment of vertebral compression fractures. Participants will practice on spine models to develop skills in needle placement, cement injection and fluoroscopic guidance. In the end, you will discover the potential complications, while engaging in interactive case discussions.

Discover the fascinating world of the human brain and its pathologies! Whether it is a common case or rare pathology, a neurological exam is a must. Marius-Cristian Zaharia, MD, PhD(s), will show you how to perform a complete neurological examination and how to use the information toward getting a probable diagnosis, using various cases from neurosurgical pathology.

Lect. Iulia Țincu, MD, PhD, will lead an in-depth workshop focused on the management of nutrition in critically ill pediatric patients. Participants will gain a better understanding and practical skills in both enteral and parenteral feeding techniques. The session will also address the assessment of complex pediatric cases, bringing upfront strategies to provide individualized nutritional support tailored to each patient’s needs. Attendees will have the opportunity to be a part of hands-on practice involving the use of feeding tubes, venous access and nutritional parameter monitoring.

This workshop is your chance to get ahold of a better understanding of ultrasound principles, with an emphasis on abdominal imaging. Led by Asst. Lect. Irina Dijmărescu, MD, PhD, the session will explore key differences between adult and pediatric abdominal ultrasound approaches, giving you a glimpse into both the practical and theoretical sides of sonography. Participants will be able to gain firsthand experience practicing ultrasound techniques on both models and patients, focusing on conditions such as hydronephrosis, hepatobiliary and pancreatic disorders or splenomegaly.

During this insightful workshop you will get the opportunity to learn all about fetal heart evaluation, standard ultrasound sections and indications for fetal echocardiography. Dr. Alina Ursuleanu, MD, PhD, is also going to mentor you on how doctors identify heart rhythm disorders and structural anomalies before birth. If you wish to better understand prenatal diagnosis and treatment options for heart defects, then this session is perfect for you.

Ever wondered how pediatric hematologists get those crucial bone marrow samples? Join Asst. Lect. Diana Derewicz, MD, PhD in this immersive workshop, where theory meets practice! You’ll first explore the clinical importance, indications, and interpretation of bone marrow aspiration — a cornerstone in diagnosing hematological and systemic diseases. Then, it’s your turn: under guidance, you’ll perform the technique yourself on high-quality porcine models — giving you an authentic feel of the procedure in a safe, controlled environment.

Our bones are the very things that keep us together and, if they break, it means that we lose our motility and oftentimes we put at risk the ability to perform our job or hobbies. When we deal with fractures, it is important that our surgeons choose the most suitable approach so that we can regain as much as possible of the structural integrity of our bodies. Come join Prof. Alexandru Ulici, MD, PhD, and Asst. Lect. Alexandru Herdea, MD, PhD, to learn about the benefits and indications of osteosynthesis with elastic nailing for the stabilization of long bones, while also mastering the basics of this procedure.

If you are interested in learning the basics of Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) this is the perfect workshop for you. With the help of inanimate models and special training exercises, you will practice important skills step by step in an educational and practical setting. The course is led by Lect. Isabela-Magdalena Drăghici, MD, PhD, President of the European Society of Paediatric Endoscopic Surgeons (ESPES), who will guide you through the main techniques used in MIS. Whether you are just beginning or want to improve your surgical coordination, this course offers a valuable learning experience for anyone curious about modern surgical methods.

In collaboration with the National Administration of Penitentiaries, this workshop offers a unique guided visit to one of the most renowned penitentiaries in Bucharest, including live discussions with inmates diagnosed with psychiatric disorders. Participants will gain insight into how mental illness and criminal behavior may influence one another, focusing on conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and personality disorders.

Ioan Mirea, MD, is going to mentor you through this enriching workshop that combines psychiatry, philosophy and lived experience to challenge participants’ assumptions about mental illness and reality. Through hands-on thought experiments, sensory simulations and roleplay, participants will step into the perspectives of those experiencing altered states of mind, explore the fragile boundary between sanity and madness, and collaboratively reimagine how psychiatric diagnosis could look beyond the DSM.