The training program for residents and specialists at Piñal y Asociados offers education in areas such as traumatic hand and wrist surgery, emergency and elective microsurgery (replantation, toe-to-hand transfers, soft tissue coverage), and wrist arthroscopy, among others. Directed by Dr. Francisco del Piñal, the program has welcomed and trained more than three hundred professionals from all over the world—both residents and specialists—since its first edition in 1998.

Residents: A period of 1 month, with a maximum duration of 2 months. Applicants must submit their CV, a motivation letter, and a letter of authorization from their training department.

Specialists: Flexible duration of up to 2 months. Applicants must submit their CV and a letter of recommendation.

Fellowship: A single 6-month fellowship position is offered with fixed dates, either from September to February or from January to June. Applicants must submit their CV, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation. This position is reserved for surgeons with experience in hand surgery. The fellowship is unpaid. Candidates must attend an interview with Dr. del Piñal prior to the allocation period, which takes place in October and April, respectively.

The fixed weekly schedule includes outpatient clinics, operating theatre sessions, and clinical meetings. However, participants are expected to maintain full availability, taking into account any emergency cases that may arise. Applications should be submitted by e-mail to the Residency Tutor and Visiting Surgeon Coordinator, Dr. Jaime Ruas: doctorsanchezruas@gmail.com.

Applicants are encouraged to apply during their fourth or fifth year of residency and well in advance. Currently, the waiting list exceeds 20 months, and positions are allocated according to the order of application and availability. Visiting rotations are not accepted during the month of August.

It is mandatory for visiting participants to have personal accident insurance coverage valid for the entire duration of their stay at Piñal y Asociados. In addition, applications must be submitted together with a curriculum vitae, motivation letter, letters of recommendation (if available), and the forms entitled “Clinical Visit Application” and “Information Form”, duly completed and including a recent photograph.