Dear Friends and Colleagues,

It is my great pleasure to invite you to join us at the ICRS Focus Meeting Istanbul 2027, which will be held on 9–11 September 2027 at Acıbadem University, Istanbul, Türkiye.

This meeting has been designed as a highly interactive educational forum dedicated to one of the most challenging areas in knee surgery: Alignment and Joint Preservation. Our goal is to bring together internationally recognized experts and enthusiastic surgeons from around the world to exchange knowledge, challenge current concepts, and discuss the latest innovations in osteotomy, cartilage restoration, meniscal preservation, ligament surgery, and personalized realignment.

Throughout the meeting, participants will have the opportunity to explore the entire spectrum of alignment-related clinical problems from diagnosis and preoperative planning to surgical execution, rehabilitation, and long-term outcomes. Rather than focusing on isolated procedures, the program will emphasize comprehensive decision-making and the integration of modern joint preservation strategies into daily clinical practice.

The scientific program will combine keynote lectures, expert panel discussions, case-based debates, and interactive sessions designed to encourage open dialogue and the exchange of practical experience among faculty and participants.

Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meet, offers a unique setting to combine world-class scientific education with unforgettable cultural experiences. We sincerely hope that you will join us for what promises to be an inspiring meeting, outstanding scientific discussions, and the opportunity to strengthen international friendships and collaborations.

Together, let us shape the future of joint preservation in one of the world’s most inspiring cities. I look forward to welcoming you to Istanbul.

Warmest regards,

Murat Bozkurt, MD, PhD
Meeting Chair ICRS Focus Meeting Istanbul 2027

Highlights:

• A comprehensive update on alignment and its impact on every aspect of joint preservation surgery.
• Master the full spectrum of alignment-related clinical decision making.
• Learn from internationally recognized experts through challenging cases, debates, and interactive discussions.
• Discover how alignment, cartilage restoration, meniscal preservation, and ligament reconstruction work together to optimize patient outcomes.
• Take home practical surgical pearls and evidence-based treatment algorithms that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.