APOS / POSNZ Instructional Course and Annual Scientific Meeting - REGISTRATION CLOSED

REGISTRATION CLOSES 31st JULY 2026

On behalf of the Australian Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (APOS) and the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of New Zealand (POSNZ), we are delighted to invite you to attend the 2026 Instructional Course and Annual Scientific Meeting.

We are excited to announce that the meeting will be held over four days at the Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, bringing together leading experts and colleagues from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond.

The 2026 program will focus on CP, Foot & Ankle, Lower Limb, Hip, Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH), SUFE and Upper Limb, and will feature our popular Top Gun hands-on practical stations, offering invaluable experiential learning opportunities.

POSNA Guests

In 2026, we are pleased to welcome the return of our colleagues from the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) for the POSNA Showcase.

We look forward to welcoming:

• Dr Eric Edmonds

• Dr Jon Schoenecker

• Dr Kevin Shea

Their expertise and insight will significantly enrich the scientific and educational program.

Combined APOS/POSNZ Invited Speaker

We are pleased to announce the invited international speaker for the combined APOS/POSNZ Annual Scientific Meeting:

Dr Kishore Mulpuri
Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, BC Children’s Hospital
Head, Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia

Dr Mulpuri will join our New Zealand and Australian faculty in delivering an exceptional and informative program.

Our international guests will collaborate with leading New Zealand and Australian faculty to deliver an outstanding educational experience. We strongly encourage all registrars to attend and take advantage of this comprehensive program.

Exam Trials

In 2026, we will introduce invited exam trial sessions. If applicable, eligible candidates will receive an email invitation once arrangements are confirmed with both colleges and closer to the meeting date.

Conference Dinner

Join us aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw as we cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm for an unforgettable evening of food, drinks and entertainment.

A complimentary ticket is included for ASM registrations - please ensure you select at checkout.

Additional dinner tickets for partners may be purchased via the registration site.

Abstract Submission Now Open

We are now accepting abstract submissions for podium presentation at the POSNZ/APOS Combined Meeting in Queenstown, 29th August 2026.

We encourage all delegates and POSNZ/APOS members to submit their paediatric orthopaedic research for consideration by Monday, 29th June 2026.

Submission Requirements

Abstracts must be submitted via the online form and include the following:

1. Title

2. Authors/Researchers: First Name, Last Name, Institutional Affiliations

3. Primary Associated Health Service or Institution

4. Body of Abstract (Maximum 250 words) structured as:

   • Background

   • Methods

   • Results

   • Conclusion

Please note: No tables, charts, or images are to be included in abstract submissions.

Abstracts will be assessed on scientific merit and their capacity to inform and improve clinical care.

If selected, the presenting author is expected to register for the conference and present in person. Podium presentations must include a declaration of any potential conflicts of interest and address relevant ethics approval considerations. Presentations should run for 8 minutes, followed by 2 minutes of question time.

To Submit

Please submit your abstract via the Google Form below before 29th June 2026:

https://forms.gle/aGbZXNMrZKLTWkL67

We look forward to welcoming you to Queenstown in 2026 for what promises to be an exceptional meeting of education, collaboration and collegiality.

TUESDAY 25th AUGUST, 2026 – FACULTY DINNER
Faculty Dinner 6.00pm  - 9.00pm
Galaxy III
Open to all faculty members to discuss IC structure and exchange small group cases
Please bring Laptop and USB