DESTINATION DIRECTORY

Orthopaedic Fellowship Programs in Spain

15 current source-linked pathways are organised across 7 subspecialties, including Foot & Ankle, Hand & Microsurgery, Hip & Knee, Paediatric Orthopaedics. Compare clinical, research, observational, travelling and short-course formats without treating network hosts as separate fellowships.

15Total programs
7Subspecialties
15Clinical & visiting
0Research
2Network host institutions
VERIFIED NETWORK HOSTS

Institutions you can explore

Hospital and clinic profiles connected to an official fellowship or education-centre pathway. A recognised host does not automatically mean that a position is open.

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Shoulder & Elbow · SECEC

Hospital del Mar y la Esperanza

Barcelona, Spain · Host: Fernando Santana

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SUBSPECIALTY

Foot & Ankle

2 programs
Current official University of Barcelona 2026–2027 record with open pre-enrolment and Hospital Clínic teaching evidence
Clinical FellowshipActive applicationFoot & Ankle

University of Barcelona Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery 2026–2027

University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic i Universitari

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ACAndrés Combalia Aleu, fellowship faculty at University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic i UniversitariAndrés Combalia AleuDPInstitution associated with Daniel Poggio CanoDaniel Poggio Cano+1 more

Duration1 academic year; 60 ECTS credits
FundingEUR 4,130 tuition plus a 10% administrative surcharge capped at EUR 70; no stipend is published
ExposureOpen, arthroscopic, prosthetic and minimally invasive foot-and-ankle surgery, including indications, complications, treatment…
Profile completeness100%
Comprehensive · Core fields complete
Original hospital-unit fellowship page and curriculum
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedFoot & Ankle

ICATPIE Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship

ICATPIE / ICATME, Hospital Universitari Dexeus

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

EJEugenio Jimeno Torres, fellowship faculty at ICATPIE / ICATME, Hospital Universitari DexeusEugenio Jimeno TorresJMJosé María Jimeno Torres, fellowship faculty at ICATPIE / ICATME, Hospital Universitari DexeusJosé María Jimeno Torres+5 more

Duration3, 6 or 12 months; personalised training stays from several…
FundingA programme fee, stipend and living support are not published by the official page
ExposureFoot and ankle clinics, 4–5 weekly operative sessions, ward care, treatment planning, arthroscopy, preservation, fusion, ankle…
Profile completeness72%
Well sourced · Missing funding, application deadline, commencement date
SUBSPECIALTY

Hand & Microsurgery

1 program
Official University of Barcelona 2026–2027 course record and Hospital Clínic teaching page; published pre-enrolment window closed
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedHand & Microsurgery

University of Barcelona Fellowship in Hand Surgery 2026–2027

University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ACAndrés Combalia Aleu, fellowship faculty at University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic BarcelonaAndrés Combalia AleuAMInstitution associated with Ana Maria Carreño DelgadoAna Maria Carreño Delgado+1 more

Duration1 academic year; 60 ECTS credits
FundingTuition is EUR 6,000 plus a 10% administrative surcharge capped at EUR 70; no stipend is…
ExposureHospital-based hand-surgery training with participation in clinical activity and research within the University of Barcelona…
Profile completeness100%
Comprehensive · Core fields complete
SUBSPECIALTY

Hip & Knee

1 program
Current ISAKOS directory record; original programme availability not independently confirmed
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedHip & Knee

ICATKNEE Fellowship Program

ICATME, Hospital Universitari Dexeus

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

JCJoan Carles Monllau García, fellowship faculty at ICATME, Hospital Universitari DexeusJoan Carles Monllau GarcíaSPSimone Perelli, fellowship faculty at ICATME, Hospital Universitari DexeusSimone Perelli+5 more

Duration6 months
FundingNot published
ExposureKnee arthroscopy, meniscal and ligament surgery, patellofemoral instability, joint preservation, osteotomy, cartilage…
Profile completeness62%
Well sourced · Missing funding, application deadline, commencement date
SUBSPECIALTY

Paediatric Orthopaedics

2 programs
Official FEPOS programme page and current host-post details
Clinical FellowshipUpcoming cyclePaediatric Orthopaedics

FEPOS Paediatric Orthopaedic Fellowship — Son Espases

Hospital Universitari Son Espases

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ISInstitution associated with Ignacio Sanpera and the eight-consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic DepartmentIgnacio Sanpera and the eight-consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic DepartmentISIgnacio Sanpera, fellowship faculty at Hospital Universitari Son EspasesIgnacio Sanpera

Duration12 months
FundingPaid FEPOS hospital appointment; the salary amount is not published
ExposureFull-time paediatric orthopaedics across spine, hip, foot, upper limb, knee and sports surgery, infection, tumours and neuromuscular…
Profile completeness88%
Comprehensive · Missing funding
Original hospital training page
Education Centre VisitRolling applicationPaediatric Orthopaedics

Paediatric Orthopaedics & Traumatology Training Stay

Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

CGCésar Galo García Fontecha, fellowship faculty at Hospital Sant Joan de Déu BarcelonaCésar Galo García FontechaDMInstitution associated with David Moreno RomoDavid Moreno Romo+1 more

DurationNot published
FundingA fee, stipend and accommodation support are not published on the current listing
ExposureCustom paediatric orthopaedic and trauma rotation with high-complexity scoliosis surgery, limb reconstruction and nerve and vascular…
Profile completeness62%
Well sourced · Missing duration, funding, application deadline
SUBSPECIALTY

Shoulder & Elbow

4 programs
Original university course page
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedShoulder & Elbow

Fellowship in Shoulder Surgery — Lifelong Learning Master's Degree

Hospital Clínic i Universitari / University of Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Program lead

ACAndrés Combalia Aleu, fellowship faculty at Hospital Clínic i Universitari / University of BarcelonaAndrés Combalia Aleu

Duration1 academic year, 1 October 2026–31 July 2027
FundingEUR 9,600 tuition plus an administration fee of up to EUR 70; no stipend is published
ExposureFace-to-face postgraduate shoulder and arthroscopy training focused on diagnosis and treatment of locomotor-system injuries suitable…
Profile completeness90%
Comprehensive · Missing application deadline
Official SECEC Education Centre network
Education Centre VisitCurrent availability unconfirmedShoulder & Elbow

SECEC Education Centre Visit Network

SECEC/ESSSE Education Centres

Recognised shoulder and elbow centres across Europe

Program lead

HFInstitution associated with Host faculty at the selected centreHost faculty at the selected centre

Duration2–3 days at one selected centre
FundingSelf-funded: travel and accommodation are the applicant’s responsibility
ExposureShort educational visit at one recognised SECEC shoulder and elbow centre; the schedule is agreed with the host and depends on…
Profile completeness76%
Well sourced · Missing application deadline, commencement date, faculty profile
Current official hospital faculty page and 2026–2030 SECEC education-centre profile; recruitment availability unconfirmed
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedShoulder & Elbow

Fundación Jiménez Díaz Shoulder Surgery Fellowship

Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez Díaz, Shoulder & Elbow Reconstructive Surgery Unit

Madrid, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ECInstitution associated with Emilio CalvoEmilio CalvoAFInstitution associated with Antonio ForuriaAntonio Foruria+4 more

DurationNot published
FundingNot published
ExposureAdvanced shoulder arthroscopy, arthroscopic Latarjet, tendon transfers, complex cuff repair, primary and revision shoulder…
Profile completeness62%
Well sourced · Missing duration, funding, application deadline
Original hospital teaching page
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedShoulder & Elbow

Shoulder & Elbow Post-specialisation Fellowship

Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez Díaz

Madrid, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ECEmilio Calvo Crespo, fellowship faculty at Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez DíazEmilio Calvo CrespoAMInstitution associated with Ana María ForuriaAna María Foruria+3 more

DurationOne 12-month position and one 3–6-month position
FundingNot published
ExposureShoulder and elbow super-specialisation with clinical training and research in instability, arthroscopy, rotator cuff biology,…
Profile completeness62%
Well sourced · Missing funding, application deadline, commencement date
SUBSPECIALTY

Spine

1 program
Current official University of Barcelona 2026–2027 programme record with open pre-enrolment
Clinical FellowshipActive applicationSpine

University of Barcelona Fellowship in Spine Surgery 2026–2027

University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic i Universitari

Barcelona, Spain

Program lead

ACAndrés Combalia Aleu, fellowship faculty at University of Barcelona / Hospital Clínic i UniversitariAndrés Combalia Aleu

Duration1 academic year; 60 ECTS credits
FundingTuition is EUR 9,600 plus a 10% administrative surcharge capped at EUR 70; no stipend is…
ExposureDiagnosis, indications, contraindications, operative techniques, outcomes, complications and research across spinal pathologies
Profile completeness100%
Comprehensive · Core fields complete
SUBSPECIALTY

Sports Medicine

4 programs
Current official 2026–27 university course page and Hospital Clínic teaching page
Clinical FellowshipUpcoming cycleSports Medicine

Hospital Clínic Barcelona Fellowship in Arthroscopic Surgery

Hospital Clínic i Universitari / University of Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

ACAndrés Combalia Aleu, fellowship faculty at Hospital Clínic i Universitari / University of BarcelonaAndrés Combalia AleuSSInstitution associated with Sergi SastreSergi Sastre

Duration1 academic year, 1 October 2026–31 July 2027
FundingEUR 9,600 tuition plus an administration fee of up to EUR 70; no stipend is published
ExposureDiagnosis and arthroscopic treatment across knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, elbow and wrist, with clinical activity and research…
Profile completeness80%
Comprehensive · Missing application deadline, official contact
Current centre-supplied ISAKOS profile; next intake unconfirmed
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedSports Medicine

Fellowship Barcelona Personalised Multi-joint Programme

Fellowship Barcelona / Spanish Arthroscopy Society faculty network

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

LEInstitution associated with León EzagüiLeón EzagüiFSInstitution associated with Francesc SolerFrancesc Soler+10 more

Duration1–3 months
FundingPrivate support is listed; no stipend, fee or covered-expense breakdown is published
ExposureAnkle, elbow and wrist, hip, knee and shoulder arthroscopy; hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty; spine and hand-and-wrist options…
Profile completeness70%
Well sourced · Missing application deadline, commencement date, faculty profile
Current centre-supplied ISAKOS programme profile; next recruitment cycle unconfirmed
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedSports Medicine

ICATME–Dexeus Knee Surgery Fellowship

ICATME / Hospital Universitari Dexeus / Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Faculty & leadership

JCJoan Carles Monllau García, fellowship faculty at ICATME / Hospital Universitari Dexeus / Universitat Autònoma de BarcelonaJoan Carles Monllau GarcíaSPSimone Perelli, fellowship faculty at ICATME / Hospital Universitari Dexeus / Universitat Autònoma de BarcelonaSimone Perelli+5 more

Duration6 months
FundingPrivate support is recorded; no amount, salary, payment frequency or covered-expense breakdown…
ExposureAdvanced patellofemoral surgery, ligament reconstruction, osteotomy, knee arthroscopy, arthroplasty and biologics through…
Profile completeness70%
Well sourced · Missing application deadline, commencement date, faculty profile
Current public ISAKOS fellowship-directory identity; educational content is centre-submitted and current availability remains confirmation-required
Clinical FellowshipCurrent availability unconfirmedSports Medicine

Formación Avanzada en Cirugía Artroscópica y Traumatología del Deporte Fellowship

Instituto Médico Arriaza y Asociados

A Coruña, Spain

Program lead

RAInstitution associated with Rafael Arriaza LouredaRafael Arriaza Loureda

Duration12 months
FundingNot published
ExposureFellows attend clinic mondays and fridays, and surgery tuesdays, wednesdays and thursdays, rotating with the different faculty to…
Profile completeness48%
Core details · Missing funding, application deadline, commencement date
PLANNING QUESTIONS

Applying for orthopaedic training in Spain

What orthopaedic training programmes are listed in Spain?

OrthoFellow currently indexes 15 current canonical pathways in Spain: 12 clinical fellowships, 0 research fellowships, 3 observerships and 0 short courses. Open each profile for its exact classification and current cycle status.

Are international surgeons eligible for every programme in Spain?

No. Eligibility, language, registration, immigration permission and hospital privileges depend on the specific programme and host. OrthoFellow shows published requirements and labels missing information for direct confirmation.

How current are the Spain listings?

Each programme profile shows its own checked date and official source. Availability and deadlines can change, so applicants should reopen the current official programme page before applying or paying costs.