Dear Colleagues and Friends,

As Course Co-President and host, it is my great pleasure to warmly welcome you to Cluj-Napoca for the Romanian-German Course 2026. I am delighted that you will be joining us to address a wide range of spinal pathologies affecting patients of all ages, including adult spinal deformities, degenerative spine disease, fractures, metastatic spine disease, spinal tumors, traumatic spinal cord injury, and pediatric spinal disorders. Over two and a half days, we will explore both common and complex cases, discuss surgical indications and decision-making, and review state-of-the-art techniques.

Your presence and active participation are essential to the success of this course. I look forward to many stimulating discussions, fruitful exchanges, and the opportunity to share with you not only our professional expertise but also the hospitality and spirit of our host institution and city.

Sincerely yours,

Prof. Dr.
Stefan Florian MD, PhD
Course Co-President

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

We are very much looking forward to the upcoming Romanian–German Course in April 2026. Over the years, this course series has evolved into a true success story—fostering high-quality education, lively exchange, professional networking, and lasting friendships.

The focus of this year’s course is the spine. We will address common spinal disorders, explore challenging and complex cases, and place particular emphasis on surgical indications and decision-making. In addition, state-of-the-art surgical techniques will be presented and discussed, bridging theory and hands-on clinical practice.

We are delighted that once again a distinguished group of Romanian and German experts has agreed to share their extensive knowledge and experience with all participants. On behalf of the German faculty, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Prof. Florian for once more organizing this outstanding course.

We eagerly await our visit to Cluj, where we look forward to stimulating discussions, fruitful learning, professional exchange, and—last but not least—the renowned warmth of Romanian hospitality.

Sincerely yours,

Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c.
Uwe Kehler,
Course Co-President