On June 8, 2026, during the annual meeting of NEBEOP (Network of Erasmus Based European Orthodontic Programmes) held as part of the 101st EOS Congress in Dublin, Ireland, the Postgraduate School of Orthodontics of the University of Florence was awarded Full Membership. This is the most prestigious European recognition within the accreditation and quality assessment framework for university postgraduate training programs in orthodontics.
The granting of Full Membership followed a rigorous international accreditation process that examined all aspects of the training pathway, including educational organization, clinical and scientific training of the residents, clinical care activities, scientific research output, infrastructure, faculty, and overall educational outcomes. The evaluation included an on-site visit by international experts appointed by NEBEOP, as well as an in-depth analysis of the training program documentation.
NEBEOP is the leading European organization dedicated to promoting excellence in orthodontic specialist training through a structured accreditation program for university courses. Full Membership certifies that the training program of the University of Florence meets the highest international standards, ensuring educational, clinical, and scientific preparation that is fully aligned with the finest European academic institutions.
Achieving Full Membership represents a major milestone for the Postgraduate School of Orthodontics of the University of Florence. It stands as a recognition of the continuous dedication of the faculty, residents, and all staff involved in educational, clinical, and research activities.
This result further strengthens the role of the University of Florence among the benchmark European institutions in the field of Orthodontics, confirming the quality of a training pathway focused on clinical excellence, scientific research, and internationalization.