Endo Laparoscopic Surgeons Welfare Association
Advancing Global Surgical Excellence Through Innovation, Education & Collaboration.
Connecting surgeons across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas through education, research, hands-on training and international collaboration.
Sept 2026
SUMMIT DATES
Malaysia
Delegates
15 +
Faculty
500 +
Hands-on Trainees
Recognized & Partnered With
About ELSWA
A purpose without borders.
Mission
To elevate surgical practice globally through rigorous training, peer-reviewed research and ethical collaboration.
Vision
A world where every surgeon has access to the science, mentors and tools required for excellence.
Purpose
To convene the global surgical community and accelerate the next decade of minimally invasive innovation.
- 2012
Founded
Established to advance laparoscopic surgical practice.
- 2018
Global Growth
Expanded into Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
- 2024
International Expansion
Faculty across 25+ countries.
Four Pillars
The architecture of our work.
Each pillar carries decades of clinical practice — and is built to serve surgeons at every stage of their career.
Education
Certified curricula from foundation to fellowship — designed with international faculty.
Hands-on Training
Live operative workshops, cadaveric labs and simulation programs across continents.
Research
Peer-reviewed publications, abstract submissions and clinical innovation grants.
Global Collaboration
Partnerships spanning hospitals, universities and industry across four continents.
Hands-on Training
Flagship fellowships. Small
batches. Global mentors.
From foundational craft to mastership — every program features cadaveric labs, live operative mentoring and certification recognised across borders.
Monthly Intake
Starts the 1st of every month
FIGLS
01
Fellowship in General & Laparoscopic Surgery
Duration
6 weeks
Eligibility
MBBS / Surgical Resident
Certification
ELSWA Certified
Next Batch Starts
1st of Every Month
Max Batch
12 Surgeons
FMAS
02
Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
Duration
3 Months
Eligibility
Post-MS Surgeon
Certification
ELSWA Certified
Next Batch Starts
1st of Every Month
Max Batch
10 Surgeons
FISE
03
Fellowship in Surgical Endoscopy
Duration
3 Months
Eligibility
MS / MD Practicing
Certification
ELSWA Certified
Next Batch Starts
1st of Every Month
Max Batch
8 Surgeons
FMAS + DMAS
04
Combined Diploma & Fellowship
Duration
24 Weeks
Eligibility
Senior Resident
Certification
Dual Credential
Next Batch Starts
1st of Every Month
Max Batch
8 Surgeons
MMAS
05
Master in Minimal Access Surgery
Duration
12 Months
Eligibility
Consultant Surgeon
Certification
Mastership
Next Batch Starts
1st of Every Month
Max Batch
6 Surgeons
Training Journey
From the first scalpel to international faculty.
A linear, transparent path of growth — every stage clearly mapped, every credential globally recognised.
Scalpel & Scope Global Summit
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 15 — 17 September 2026
Three days of scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, awards and a gala dinner — convening international faculty around the future of minimally invasive surgery.
Countdown to Summit
3
Days
15 +
International Faculty
250 +
Delegates
6 +
Hands-on Workshops
International Presence
A growing global community of surgical excellence.
From Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, from Berlin to São Paulo — our faculty and members convene across continents.
The Invitation
Become an ELSWA member and join us in Kuala Lumpur for Scalpel & Scope 2026 — where the next decade of surgical practice is decided.