Education
Our Commitment to Education
“Lifelong Learning for Better Foot & Ankle Care”
The Malaysian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (MOFAS) is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge, technical proficiency, and clinical decision-making skills of medical professionals involved in foot and ankle care. Recognising that the landscape of orthopaedic surgery is constantly evolving, MOFAS prioritises continuous professional development through structured educational programs, strategic collaborations, and innovation-driven learning platforms.
We believe that quality orthopaedic care begins with quality education. Hence, our educational offerings cater to all levels of healthcare professionals — from house officers to senior consultants, including allied health providers such as physiotherapists and podiatrists.
Whether you are beginning your orthopaedic journey or looking to master complex surgical techniques, our education pathways are designed to help you grow with confidence, competence, and compassion.
1️⃣ Workshops & Skills-Based Courses
Hands-on experience is the foundation of surgical mastery. MOFAS organises a series of high-impact, practical workshops annually. Each course is tailored to focus on essential areas in foot and ankle orthopaedics, with a balanced blend of didactic lectures, live surgical demonstrations, small-group discussions, and cadaveric/saw bone labs.
Highlighted Courses:
Targeted at orthopaedic trainees; covering anatomical approaches, common implants, basic fixation.
Includes multidisciplinary management, offloading techniques, vascular assessment, and debridement techniques.
Focus on ankle instability, tendon injuries, and rehabilitation protocols.
Intensive surgical training with international faculty participation.
2️⃣ Fellowship & Observership Programs
MOFAS promotes professional growth through domestic and international fellowships and observerships. These programs offer opportunities for orthopaedic surgeons to gain exposure to advanced surgical cases, new techniques, and healthcare systems beyond their home institutions.
Types of Programs Offered:
✅ Short-Term Clinical Fellowships (2 weeks – 3 months)
✅ Long-Term Subspecialty Fellowships (3–12 months) through university hospitals or MOA collaboration
✅ International Observerships in collaboration with centres in Europe, Japan, Australia, and ASEAN
✅ Visiting Surgeon Exchange Programs with SICOT partners
Partner Institutions (Past/Current):
Kantonspital Liestal, Switzerland – Prof. Beat Hintermann
Peking University Third Hospital, China
SICOT Training Centres in India & Egypt
Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (HUSM), USIM, and PPUKM
Eligibility
Fully registered orthopaedic surgeons (NSR-certified)
Recommendation from MOFAS or affiliated institutions
Minimum 3 years surgical experience (for certain fellowships)
3️⃣ Online Learning & Digital Education Platforms
Recognising the importance of accessible and flexible education, MOFAS is also expanding its digital content to support distance learning and self-paced advancement.
- 🎥 Monthly Webinars & Surgical Lectures – Free for members
- 📚 Surgical Case Discussions & Reviews – With Q&A sessions
- 🖥️ MOFAS E-Learning Portal (in development) – Video library, downloadable reading materials, quizzes
- 📖 Foot & Ankle Journal Club Online – Case-based literature reviews
4️⃣ Medical Student & Allied Health Engagement
MOFAS strongly believes in early exposure to subspecialty interest areas and actively engages medical students and allied health professionals.
“Introduction to Foot & Ankle” Webinars
Final Year Electives in Orthopaedic Subspecialties (MOFAS-affiliated hospitals)
Clinical attachment weeks for physiotherapists and podiatrists
Career guidance forums & research mentorship
