In 2003, for the first time, SICOT held an examination for orthopaedic trainees during its Annual International Conference in Cairo, Egypt. A SICOT Diploma Examination has been held every year since.

The SICOT Diploma Examination aims to set a global standard for examination in Trauma and Orthopaedics and to offer candidates the flexibility to choose the format that best suits their needs, while still ensuring the integrity and rigour of the examination. The exam tests the core clinical knowledge and competence of the orthopaedic candidate or surgeon in practice.

The exam syllabus covers the whole breadth of Trauma and Orthopaedics, applicable globally. Candidates must demonstrate clinical knowledge and competence appropriate to orthopaedic and trauma surgery across all domains:

• Basic Sciences – including Oncology and Infection
• Trauma
• Adult Pathology – Spine and Lower Limb
• Upper Limb and Paediatric Orthopaedics

The results of the examination will be announced at the Closing Ceremony on **Friday 5th September at 12:00** in the Main Auditorium of the Palacio Municipal de Congresos de Madrid. Successful candidates will receive a diploma.