Official 1st Edition Academic Course

1st IAHF-2026

India Anterior Hip Foundation Course

Focus: Anterior Advantage hip replacement - Unlock the future

Organized by: Joint Care Foundation

Date 15th March 2026
Starts Sharp 08:00 AM IST
Venue Hyatt Regency Lucknow
Limit 60 Delegates Only
Travel Recommendation: The program starts sharp at 08:00 AM on 15th March, so please plan your arrival in Lucknow a day prior (14th March) to attend the Course Dinner with Masters.
Delegate Perks & Fellowships
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Welcome Address

Message from Course - Coordinator

Dear Esteemed Faculty Members and Delegates,

It is our great honor to welcome you to the 1st India Anterior Hip Foundation Course (IAHF 2026).

This program has been meticulously designed to deliver a global-standard curriculum, aimed at accelerating your proficiency in the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) and strengthening your surgical expertise.

Our skill-based, structured learning format focuses on minimizing the learning curve while emphasizing safe, reproducible, and efficient surgical techniques.

At the IAHF Course, we are committed to fostering an ecosystem that promotes innovation, hands-on training, and academic excellence in orthopedic surgery. With the collective support of esteemed international and national faculty, we are confident that this course will provide meaningful insights, practical knowledge, and refined techniques that will significantly enhance your DAA Hip practice.

We look forward to an engaging, enriching, and rewarding learning experience together.

SS
Dr. Sourav Shukla

Course Co-Ordinator | India Anterior Hip Foundation Course (IAHF 2026)

Learning Outcomes

Course Objectives

These objectives are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to confidently perform DAA hip replacements.

Anatomy & Exposure

Define the anatomy and exposure relevant to the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) and its surgical implications.

Posterior vs Anterior Orientation

Explain the differences in orientation and acetabular alignment between Posterior and Anterior Approaches to the Hip.

Patient Selection Criteria

Understand ideal patient selection criteria and anatomical considerations for your first 50 cases of DAA.

Stepwise Capsular Releases

Describe the stepwise capsular releases required for safe and effective femoral preparation and elevation.

Intra-operative Challenges

Manage basic intra-operative challenges, nerve protection, and technical pitfalls during the first 50 cases of DAA.

Surgical Proficiency Goal

Bridge your DAA learning curve with reproducible, evidence-based surgical steps guided by world masters.

Exclusive Perks

Special Attraction for Delegates

Beyond hands-on training: Fellowships, Case Presentations, Open House Q&A, and Video Access.

4 Slots Available

IAHF Travelling Fellowship

Opportunity to win a 1-Month IAHF Travelling Fellowship for registered delegates.

  • CV review by Fellowship Committee
  • Score evaluation from Quiz during course
  • Deadline: Submit CV by 28th Feb
Submit CV via Email
2 Cases Reserved

Delegate Case Presentations

Two Case presentation slots of DAA cases are reserved for registered delegates.

  • Present your DAA case to national masters
  • Submit case PPT by 28th Feb
  • Core Committee selects winning cases
Submit Case PPT
Interactive Q&A

30 Min Open House Q/A

Submit your complex DAA questions in advance to DAA Masters.

  • Ask about surgical pitfalls & complications
  • Submit questions during online registration
  • Addressed live by Master Panel
Post-Course Access

Video Lecture Library

Complete access to surgical video lectures will be provided post-course.

  • High-definition surgical recordings
  • Step-by-step technique commentary
  • IAHF website Delegate Resources section
Included for Delegates
Core Features

Course Highlights

Structured, skill-based hands-on learning engineered for reproducible surgical outcomes.

Limited Seats: 60 Spots

Exclusive personalized training ensuring maximum faculty time per delegate station.

Hands-On DAA Mastery

Skill-build with specialized DAA retractors and anatomical bone models (Included in program, no separate registration).

Precision Exposure Training

Master DAA surgical exposure and capsular release steps on anatomic models.

Global Std Curriculum

Evidence-based surgical modules curated from international DAA joint replacement centers.

DAA Expert Panel

Eminent International & National DAA Masters providing direct practical commentary.

Certification & Networking

IAHF credential + top expert connect at the Course Dinner with Masters on 14th Evening.

Academic Faculty

International & National Course Masters

Renowned DAA Surgeons & Joint Replacement Pioneers across the globe.

Dr Sourav Shukla
Course Coordinator
Dr Sourav Shukla
Lucknow
Dr Franco-Josef Vandenputte
International Expert
Dr Franco-Josef Vandenputte
Belgium
Dr Nabil Ghrayeb
International Expert
Dr Nabil Ghrayeb
KSA
Dr Anany Patel
International Expert
Dr Anany Patel
USA
Dr Abhay Elhnec
Core Committee
Dr Abhay Elhnec
Jodhpur
Dr Kartik Patel
Core Committee
Dr Kartik Patel
Ahmedabad
Dr Krishna Kiran
Core Committee
Dr Krishna Kiran
Hyderabad
Dr Mahesh Kulkarni
Core Committee
Dr Mahesh Kulkarni
Pune
Dr Narayan Hulse
Core Committee
Dr Narayan Hulse
Bengaluru
Dr Neeraj Adkar
Core Committee
Dr Neeraj Adkar
Pune
Dr Pankaj Walecha
Core Committee
Dr Pankaj Walecha
Delhi
Dr Prasoon Shamshery
Core Committee
Dr Prasoon Shamshery
Lucknow
Dr Sunil Dash
Core Committee
Dr Sunil Dash
Bhubaneswar
Dr Vijay Kumar
Core Committee
Dr Vijay Kumar
Delhi
Dr Vikrant Manhas
Core Committee
Dr Vikrant Manhas
Delhi
Dr Frans-Jozef Vandeputte
International Master
Dr Frans-Jozef Vandeputte
Genk, Belgium
Dr Nabil Ghrayeb
International Master
Dr Nabil Ghrayeb
Tel Aviv, Israel
Dr Anay Patel
International Master
Dr Anay Patel
Houston, USA
Dr Ameet Pispati
National Master
Dr Ameet Pispati
Mumbai
Dr Deepak Gautam
National Master
Dr Deepak Gautam
Mumbai
Dr Dhrumil Patel
National Master
Dr Dhrumil Patel
Vadodara
Dr Kartik Patel
National Master
Dr Kartik Patel
Ahmedabad
Dr Krishna Kiran
National Master
Dr Krishna Kiran
Hyderabad
Dr Kumar Keshav
National Master
Dr Kumar Keshav
Lucknow
Dr Mahesh Kulkarni
National Master
Dr Mahesh Kulkarni
Pune
Dr Mudit Khanna
National Master
Dr Mudit Khanna
Mumbai
Dr Narayan Hulse
National Master
Dr Narayan Hulse
Bengaluru
Dr Neeraj Adkar
National Master
Dr Neeraj Adkar
Pune
Dr Pankaj Walecha
National Master
Dr Pankaj Walecha
Delhi
Dr Prasoon Shamshery
National Master
Dr Prasoon Shamshery
Lucknow
Dr Rajesh Malhotra
National Master
Dr Rajesh Malhotra
Delhi
Dr Sandeep Wasnik
National Master
Dr Sandeep Wasnik
Mumbai
Dr Sharath KR
National Master
Dr Sharath KR
Bengaluru
Dr Sourav Shukla
National Master
Dr Sourav Shukla
Lucknow
Dr Subhash Jangid
National Master
Dr Subhash Jangid
Delhi
Dr Sunil Dash
National Master
Dr Sunil Dash
Bhubaneswar
Dr Vikas Jain
National Master
Dr Vikas Jain
Indore
Dr Vijay Kumar
National Master
Dr Vijay Kumar
Delhi
Dr Vikrant Manhas
National Master
Dr Vikrant Manhas
Delhi
Registration Tariff

Select Your Delegate Package

All plans include complete access to scientific sessions, workshops, materials, and certificates. (GST Included)

Without Stay

₹ 20,000
GST Included
  • All Scientific Sessions Access
  • Hands-On DAA Workshop & Materials
  • Conference Lunch & Refreshments
  • Official Certificate of Participation
  • Course Dinner on 14th Evening
  • Hotel Accommodation (Not Included)
Most Popular

Twin Sharing Stay

₹ 30,000
GST Included
  • All Delegate Benefits Included
  • Twin Sharing Hotel Accommodation
  • Complimentary Buffet Breakfast
  • Premium Deluxe Conference Kit Bag
  • Course Dinner on 14th Evening

Single Room Stay

₹ 35,000
GST Included
  • All Delegate Benefits Included
  • Private Single Room Accommodation
  • Complimentary Buffet Breakfast
  • Premium Deluxe Conference Kit Bag
  • Course Dinner on 14th Evening

Official Bank Details

NEFT / RTGS / IMPS
Account Name: JOINT CARE FOUNDATION
Account Number: 10265896204
IFSC Code: IDFB0022272
Bank Name: IDFC FIRST BANK LIMITED
Branch: LUCKNOW-JANKIPURAM
UPI & Offline Payment

Delegates can pay through QR code scanning using any UPI app such as PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, etc.

Note: After filling out the form, please make sure to complete payment and upload/send the payment receipt.
Delegate Kit Bag is not assured for Spot Registration. Please register online in advance!
Event Venue

Hyatt Regency Lucknow

Luxury 5-star venue with state-of-the-art conference facilities located in Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.

Hyatt Regency Lucknow
Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, UP
Airport Connectivity:

~22 km (30 mins drive) from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO).

Railway Connectivity:

~12 km (20 mins drive) from Lucknow Charbagh Railway Station.

Pre-Course Master Gala Dinner: Course Dinner with Masters on 14th Evening at Hotel Hyatt, Gomti Nagar Lucknow. Please arrive in Lucknow on 14th March!