Who is the Footexperts Foot and Ankle Fellowship aimed at?

The Footexperts Fellowship is aimed at orthopaedic surgeons, traumatologists and sports medicine physicians who want to subspecialise in foot and ankle surgery. It is open to surgeons from any country worldwide, including the UK, USA, India, Australia, Latin America and Africa.

What surgical techniques are covered in the Footexperts Fellowship?

The programme covers the full spectrum of foot and ankle surgery: hallux valgus with MIS and DROMO technique, ankle arthroscopy, chronic ankle instability reconstruction, osteochondral lesions of the talus, total ankle replacement, adult flat foot reconstruction, diabetic foot surgery, complex ankle fractures, musculoskeletal ultrasound, nanoscopy and tendoscopy, and regenerative medicine with PRP.

What is the format of the Footexperts Foot and Ankle Fellowship?

The Footexperts Fellowship combines weekly online theoretical sessions with direct in-person surgical training in Barcelona at Clinica Creu Blanca and Hospital Universitari de Mataro. Fellows participate as observers, surgical assistants and supervised surgeons depending on their experience level.

Who directs the Footexperts Foot and Ankle Fellowship?

The fellowship is directed by Dr. Manel Ballester, Head of Traumatology at Hospital Universitari de Mataro and Coordinator of the Foot and Ankle Unit at Clinica Creu Blanca Barcelona, and Dr. Gustavo Lucar, Coordinator of the Foot and Ankle Unit at Hospital de Mataro. Both directors are members of EFAS and SEMCPT.

What qualification is awarded on completion of the fellowship?

Graduates receive an accredited Fellowship title in Foot and Ankle Surgery from Footexperts, endorsed by EFAS (European Foot and Ankle Society) and SEMCPT (Spanish Society of Medicine and Surgery of the Foot and Ankle).

Can international surgeons from outside Spain apply for the fellowship?

Yes. The Footexperts Fellowship has trained surgeons from India, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Peru, Colombia, the UK and many other countries. The online phase is accessible from anywhere in the world. The in-person phase in Barcelona can be scheduled in concentrated blocks to accommodate international travel.

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Footexperts program

□ Footexperts Fellowship in Foot & Ankle Surgery
Footexperts Programme · Clinical and surgical training in Barcelona for surgeons worldwide

Places are limited each year to ensure personalised mentoring and hands-on surgical experience. Apply as soon as possible to secure your place.

The Footexperts Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery is a specialised clinical and surgical training programme designed for orthopaedic surgeons, traumatologists and sports medicine physicians who want to develop advanced expertise in foot and ankle surgery. Combining weekly online theoretical sessions with direct hands-on surgical training in Barcelona, the programme is led by internationally recognised specialists and is open to surgeons from anywhere in the world.

✅ Why choose the Footexperts Fellowship?

✅ Hands-on surgical training from day one — operating theatre and outpatient clinic
✅ Learn the most advanced techniques in foot and ankle surgery (MIS, arthroscopy, DROMO, nanoscopy)
✅ Blended format: weekly online sessions + in-person practice in Barcelona
✅ Access to the international Footexperts network of foot and ankle specialists
✅ Accredited Fellowship title — recognised by EFAS and SEMCPT
✅ Endorsed by the European Foot and Ankle Society (EFAS)
✅ Open to surgeons from Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa and worldwide

Who is this fellowship for?

□ Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeons

Surgeons who want to subspecialise in foot and ankle
Those seeking advanced surgical techniques not available in their country
Fellows looking to achieve international-level expertise

□ Sports Medicine Physicians

Physicians treating high-level athletes with foot and ankle injuries
Those interested in ultrasound-guided procedures and ankle arthroscopy
Specialists in chronic ankle instability and sports trauma

□ International Surgeons

Surgeons from countries with limited access to advanced foot and ankle training
Those seeking exposure to complex hindfoot, ankle arthroplasty and reconstructive cases
Specialists wanting recognition by an international European society (EFAS)

Programme Directors

□ Dr. Manel Ballester

Foot & Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon · Barcelona

Head of Traumatology Service — Hospital Universitari de Mataró
Coordinator Foot & Ankle Unit — Clínica Creu Blanca Barcelona
Fellowship IFAR Baltimore (USA) and Switzerland
EFAS and SEMCPT member
Director of the Footexperts international training programme

□ Dr. Gustavo Lucar

Foot & Ankle Specialist · Barcelona

Coordinator of the Foot & Ankle Unit — Hospital de Mataró
Foot & Ankle Unit — Clínica Creu Blanca Barcelona
Specialist in reconstructive surgery and arthroscopy
International experience in complex foot and ankle cases
Co-director of the Footexperts Fellowship programme

Training format

□ Phase 1 — Online

Online theoretical training

⏱ Duration: ongoing weekly sessions
□ Weekly live case discussions and lectures
□ Recorded classes available on demand
□ Exclusive surgical video library access
□ Accessible from any country worldwide
□ Research participation and scientific activity

□ Phase 2 — In-person Barcelona

Clinical & surgical practice

□ Clínica Creu Blanca — Barcelona
□ Hospital Universitari de Mataró
□ Observer, assistant and supervised surgeon roles
□ Complex foot and ankle surgical cases
□ Direct mentoring by programme directors
□ Integration in the clinical team

What you will learn

□ Forefoot surgery

Hallux valgus — open, MIS and DROMO technique
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) of the forefoot
Metatarsalgia and lesser toe deformities
Morton's neuroma, plantar fascia surgery
Sesamoid pathology

⚕️ Ankle surgery & arthroscopy

Ankle arthroscopy — anterior and posterior portals
Chronic ankle instability (Broström-Gould)
Osteochondral lesions of the talus
Anterior and posterior ankle impingement
Total ankle replacement

□ Advanced techniques

Musculoskeletal ultrasound in foot and ankle
Ultrasound-guided procedures and nanoscopy
Tendoscopy of peroneal and Achilles tendons
Regenerative medicine and PRP
Achilles tendon surgery and reconstruction

□️ Reconstructive & complex cases

Adult flat foot (tibialis posterior dysfunction)
Cavus foot reconstruction
Hindfoot arthrodesis and complex deformities
Diabetic foot surgery
Pilon and complex ankle fractures

Application process

Information requestFill in the contact form with your specialty, country and training objectives. You will receive the full programme details and application requirements.

Selection interviewA brief interview with the programme directors to assess your surgical background and tailor the fellowship to your specific goals.

Place confirmationOnce your place is confirmed, you receive access to the online platform and full logistical information for the in-person phase in Barcelona.

Programme startWeekly online sessions begin immediately. The in-person phase in Barcelona is scheduled according to the fellow's availability and surgical calendar.

What our Fellows say

"I was exposed to a wide variety of cases including complex fractures around the ankle, ligament injuries treated with arthroscopic repair, and the full outpatient clinic assessment. The training during my fellowship is helping me in the clinical assessment and management of patients in a much more refined way in my institution where I am presently serving as a foot and ankle surgeon. I consider this fellowship training as an important event in my career." — Dr. Krishnaprasad · Foot & Ankle Surgeon · Karnataka, India

"In my country orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery is limited. I have learned new techniques for surgeries that I previously could not perform. I participated in a large number of surgeries as observer, assistant and supervised surgeon. A complete 360° experience." — Fellow Footexperts · Latin America

Surgeons from across the world

□ Fellows from every continent

□□ United Kingdom □□ United States □□ India □□ Australia □□ Canada □□ Singapore □□ South Africa □□ Rep. Dominicana □□ Guatemala □□ Perú □□ Colombia □□ Spain + worldwide □

The online phase is accessible from any country. The in-person phase in Barcelona can be arranged in concentrated blocks to accommodate international travel schedules.

Endorsed by

□ EFAS
European Foot & Ankle Society
EFAS Clinical Fellowship

□ SEMCPT
Spanish Society of Medicine
& Surgery of the Foot and Ankle

□ Footexperts
Foot & Ankle Community
International Network

□ Not sure if this fellowship matches your profile? Send us your CV and surgical experience summary. Dr. Ballester responds personally to advise whether the programme is right for you and how to make the most of your time in Barcelona.

□ Footexperts — Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship · Barcelona Directors: Dr. Manel Ballester & Dr. Gustavo Lucar · Endorsed by EFAS and SEMCPT · Locations: Clínica Creu Blanca + Hospital Universitari de Mataró · Format: Online + In-person · Language: English · Limited places per year

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