ESSO European School of Peritoneal Surface Oncology (ESPSO) Training Programme

Programme overview

Two-year ESSO/PSOGI school leading to European Certification in Peritoneal Surface Oncology. Mandatory clinical training at an ESPSO recognised centre: observation of at least 4 CRS/HIPEC procedures, direct participation in at least 20 CRS/HIPEC procedures, at least 50 PSM cases discussed at tumour boards, follow-up of at least 10 cases; plus ESSO courses (Advanced PSM course Barcelona 15-17 Oct 2026; HIPEC after CRS course Berlin 3-5 Feb 2027), PSOGI congress and webinars, and a research project under an ESPSO mentor.

Source intake statement at last review: Official ESSO school page; ESSO educational grants call open until 31 October 2026

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC; rare tumour types (pseudomyxoma, mesothelioma, gastric, ovarian, colorectal) recommendedCaptured from the official source listed below

International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Eligibility unclear — confirm with the programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

Direct participation in CRS and HIPEC procedures from anaesthesia induction to end of procedure (as stated on page)Captured from the official source listed below

Medical registration

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Language

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Visa or work authorisation

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Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

31 October 2026 (educational grants only; school application deadline not stated)Captured from the official source listed below

Commencement / intake

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Application cycle

Rolling school application; grant call deadline 31 October 2026Captured from the official source listed below

Published positions — not remaining vacancies

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

How to apply

Send application documents as one PDF to ESSO (address on ESPSO page); download application form from pageCaptured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

ESSO education office: +32 2 880 62 63, Clos Chapelle-aux-Champs 30 bte 1.30.30, BE-1200 BrusselsCaptured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Active surgical oncologist with preferential interest in peritoneal surface oncology, or active gynaecologist with interest in surgical oncology and PSM (short-term training); residency completed; commitment to continue practising surgical oncology and peritoneal surface oncology; ideally involved or planning to be involved in a PSO treatment programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Application documents

Single PDF: application form, motivation letter, CV (max 2 pages) with recent publications, photoCaptured from the official source listed below

Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

ESSO educational grants: two grants of EUR 1,000 each for ESSO members attending or planning ESPSO (deadline 31 October 2026)Captured from the official source listed below

Fees and upfront expenses

Administration fee EUR 1,770, payable before starting; ESSO course fees paid separately with ESPSO discountCaptured from the official source listed below

Benefits and support

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Accommodation or relocation

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) with PSOGI

European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) with PSOGI in Brussels, Belgium hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Surgical Oncology. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.