British Society for Surgery of the Hand

15/10/2026

📢 Hand & Wrist Arthroplasty Course
📆 10-12 MAY 2027, Manchester, UK

The first-ever UK conference devoted entirely to hand and wrist arthroplasty — built for surgeons who want to refine their technique and stay ahead of the curve.

+ Unparalleled expertise
+ Complex case masterclass
+ Evidence-based outcomes
+ Interactive debates

SAVE THE DATE, more details coming soon!

05/10/2026

📢‼️ BSSH Scientific Meeting 2026 EARLY BIRD RATES close tonight at 23:59.

If you are planning on joining us in Edinburgh, register now to benefit from discounted rates.

Register here: https://buff.ly/JC2xsHN

23/09/2026

Webinar: The Hidden Complexity of a 'Simple' Extra Thumb.

We are delighted to invite you to our first Children’s Hand & Upper Limb Webinar hosted by the Speciality Interest Group SIG CHAULIG on the 14th of October at 19.00 UK time.

The Interest Group aims to provide an open and inclusive platform for healthcare professionals involved in the care, treatment and rehabilitation of children with hand and upper limb conditions. It does not matter whether you are new to the interest or already a veteran.

The webinar will provide an opportunity to share knowledge, discuss clinical challenges, promote research and collaboration, and connect colleagues across the UK and Ireland and internationally. In our first webinar we will discuss challenges around duplicate thumb surgery.

All colleagues with an interest in children’s hand and upper limb surgery are very welcome to join us for the webinar but also sign up to become a member of the SIG Children’s Hand and Upper Limb.

Find out more and register:

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10/08/2026

Restore function. Share innovation. Shape the future.

Join the world's leading surgeons, therapists and researchers at the World Tetrahand Congress 2026 to explore the latest advances in tetraplegia reconstruction and upper limb restoration.

📍22–23 Sept 2026 | Aylesbury, UK

Find out more: https://buff.ly/cEAzJEs

05/08/2026

The British Association of Hand Therapists (BAHT) has recently launched their official podcast, In Good Hands 🎙️

Episode 2 has been released and features Ryan Trickett and Nick Gape, who discuss the ins and outs of Central Slip Injuries. From assessment and management to potential complications and strategies for treating them, this episode offers valuable insights for therapists and surgeons that come into contact with these injuries.

Listen on Spotify: https://buff.ly/mCtAeg2
Apple: https://buff.ly/L6QD5kR

In Good Hands: A British Association of Hand Therapists' Podcast · Episode

27/07/2026

📆 Don't miss upcoming deadlines!

31st July 2026:
- Education & Training Bursaries
- Education grants
- Pulvertaft Presentation Prize

1st August 2026:
- Pump Priming Scheme

Find out more: https://buff.ly/Y1vBQ6O

25/07/2026

JOIN US and make a difference!

The BSSH currently has multiple vacancies availble within Council and different committies.

Take a look at our current vacancies and get in touch: https://buff.ly/2GcP7Ea

24/07/2026

📢 Dr Jayme Bertelli is joining World Tetrahand 2026!

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Jayme Bertelli as one of our featured speakers:
"Tetraplegia, reconstructing upper limb function in the cervical spinal injury"

His expertise, research, and clinical experience make him an outstanding addition to this year’s programme. We are honoured to have Dr. Bertelli share his knowledge and insights with our global community, and we look forward to the inspiration and expertise he will bring to the Congress.

https://buff.ly/ddPoQkv

More about World Tetrahand 2026: https://buff.ly/HjunZGK

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

14/07/2026

BOTA and BSSH are happy to invite you a joint webinar in their Journal Club series.

📆 5 August 2026 20:00 BST
🎤 Presenters: Prof Joe Dias, Miss Rowa Taha

Topics:
1. 5 year follow-up of the SWIFFT trial
2. Flexor tendon repairs and reconstruction

Register to join us: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeftPjFcnZc5n7ahcdalNeema9Py2iwvj7R_2atvY9ccpQHA/viewform

10/07/2026

📢 BSSH Webinar: Spasticity

Join leading international and UK experts for an interactive BSSH webinar on surgery for adult spasticity, featuring discussion and real-life cases that will enhance your clinical practice.

📆 20 July 2026
🕠️ 19:00 BST

Register for free: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mB5GB4JkQsqmKAtv_XeJ8A