The European Hernia Society is excited to announce a new award that recognises trainers who go out of their way for their trainees and who promote the highest standards of training in hernia surgery. With high quality training comes excellent patient care and nominees will also be assessed on their clinical practice and testimonials from staff. The award will be announced at our annual congress in Porto, Portugal and the winner asked to give a short presentation on what makes a great trainer.
Eligibility: Any surgical trainer from one of the 27 countries that the European Hernia Society represents. EHS Board members are not eligible.
How to nominate: To nominate a trainer for the award you must be a member of the EHS
(residents can join for free through this link: Become an EHS Member).
Please fill out the online form below.
Closing date for entries is 31st March 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed week beginning 10th April 2026.
A decision will be made by 20th April 2026 and the winner notified.
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