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» Theory online and 1 day hands-on training in Ghent, Belgium
» 3 rounds of the hands-on training on July 23, September 16 and September 17, 2021
» Online theory session:
An exclusive hybrid course for young fellows and trainees with no experience in robotic surgery but preferably with some knowledge or exposure to the system.
The Course programme features interactive theoretical sessions and dry lab exercises at the ORSI training centre in Ghent, Belgium.
The course is organized by ESGO in collaboration with ENYGO.
The ideal profile of the course candidate is a young surgeon with no experience but some knowledge of or exposure to robotic surgery. Candidates should be fluent in English. This course is limited for 36 participants.
The Course aims to introduce the robotic approach to young surgeons with no experience with robotic surgery (Da Vinci Si or Xi) but preferably with some knowledge or exposure to the system. It is an exclusive opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills.
The Course program combines interactive theoretical sessions and dry lab exercises.
Don’t miss out on your opportunity to learn more about the robotic surgery!
Programme is HERE
"I believe that the Introduction to Robotic Surgery course could be the beginning for for young fellows and trainees who wish to pursue a career in robotic surgery.”
Joao Casanova is an attending surgeon at the Gynecology Unit, Champalimaud Foundation, the leading private academic Cancer Center in Portugal, and has performed well over 300 robotic surgical procedures.
"The Introduction to Robotic Surgery Course is a unique opportunity for for young fellows and trainees who wish to experience robotic surgery.”
» Limited space of 36 participants
As a result of the inherent limited space, the 36 participants, ENYGO members, will be selected with respect to geographical balance of countries and regions as well as level of experience judged by the committee, according to the brief description of professional background provided during the application process.
Confirmations will be made upon selection by the Applications Committee.
The candidates are required to send us following application documents:
Please send the application documents via email to jana.holanova@esgo.org
Paid ESGO/ENYGO membership for 2021 is a mandatory condition for being considered. View the ESGO membership renewals and application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 30th, 2021
**Categories A and B are defined according to the World Bank Country Classification of Upper-middle-income economies (List A) and lower-middle and low-income countries (List B).
Fee includes:
Payment details and cancellation conditions
Cancelation and Refund Policy
ORSI Academy, Belgium
Proefhoevestraat 12 9090 Melle Belgium
In registering for the course participants agree that the organizer is not responsible for individual medical, travel or personal insurance. Participants are requested to arrange their own travel and health insurance. The organizer cannot assume liability for changes in the program due to external circumstances.
The ENYGO Introduction to Robotic Surgery, Melle, Belgium, 16/09/2021-16/09/2021 and 17/09/2021-17/09/2021has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 7 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity
ESGO and ENYGO gratefully acknowledge Intuitive Surgical for a generous educational grant supporting this course.
For more information and the status of your registration, please contact us adminoffice@esgo.org
Travel costs to from the airport to ORSI Academy, Belgium and to and from the hotel will be arranged. Travel costs to Belgium are responsibility of the attendees.
Do not arrange your flight ticket before your registration is confirmed.
Accommodation for 2 nights in a single room in Ghent, Belgium, in a standard hotel will be arranged and paid by ESGO.