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Become a fellow of the European Board of Surgeons (F.E.B.S.) - Limited Spots Available!
Dear IFSO Members,
We are pleased to announce that registration for the European Board of Surgery Qualifications (EBSQ) Examination in Metabolic-Bariatric Surgery is now open! This prestigious certification, awarded by the European Board of Surgery (UEMS), is a valuable recognition of excellence in our field.
UEMS webinar:
The UEMS exam to become a Fellow of the European Board of Surgeons (FEBS) - What to expect
Wednesday 25th of February
4-6 pm CET

Exam Details:
Location: Malaga, Spain (during the IFSO-EC Meeting)
Date: May 6, 2026
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026
Important Information:
- Limited spots available - Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is highly recommended.
- Complete application required - Only candidates who submit all required documents and meet the eligibility criteria will be admitted to the exam.
Exam Structure:
Written Exam: 100 multiple-choice questions
Clinical Case Discussions: Three structured metabolic surgery cases
Scientific Paper Review: Critical appraisal of a bariatric surgery-related articles
Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and gain international recognition in metabolic-bariatric surgery!
Kind Regards
Paulina Salminen, IFSO-EC President
Edo Aarts, Chair of the IFSO EC-UEMS Task Force
