Robotic Surgery Course New! ESGO - SERGS Robotic Surgery Course in Gynaecological Oncology LIVE SURGERY OBSERVATIONS - TRAINING ON LIVE TISSUES - EXPERT LECTURES An exclusive 3-day course for surgeons with early experience in robotic surgery. The course combines a hands-on workshop and theoretical lectures at the IRCAD training centre in Strasbourg, France, with a day of live surgery observations at one of Europe´s leading training centres in robotic surgery. The course is organized by ESGO in collaboration with SERGS, the Society of European Robotic Gynaecological Surgery. Apply Now! REGISTRATION IS OPEN! An Exclusive Designed Robotic Surgery Course in Gynaecological Oncology The ESGO-SERGS Robotic Surgery Course on June 27-29, 2018 in Strasbourg, France, aims to improve the knowledge and skills of surgeons on procedures in gynaecologic cancer by robotic approach (Da Vinci Si or Xi). The 3-day clinically oriented, hands-on training course for robotic surgeons with early experience in robotic surgery, is an exclusive opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills. The Course program features interactive theoretical and video sessions, practical training on live tissue (Animal Model) at the IRCAD in Strasbourg, France combined with a day of live surgery observations at one of the following leading European Training Centre: Germany: Essen University Hospital Sweden: Karolinska University Hospital Italy: IEO Milano View the preliminary programme. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in robotic surgery, Seats are limited, Apply Now! Target Audience The ideal profile of the course candidate is a young surgeon with early experience in robotic surgery that meets the following requirements: Has performed at least 10 robotic cases in Gynaecological Oncology (console surgeons) A member of an active robotic program at his/her hospital Fluent in English. The candidates will be required to include in their application a letter of recommendation from their mentor/trainer. Teaching Format The robotic course is a 3-day workshop in Robotic Surgery, offering candidates a unique opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills, including: Advanced Theoretical Lectures and Tutorial Videos. Training on Da Vinci Xi. Simulation, virtual surgery. Hands-on Training on live tissue - Animal Model. Dissection on Cadaveric Model Interactive session with operating surgeons during a Live Surgery Participation is compulsory throughout the course. The course will be conducted entirely in English. Registration* Course Package Fee 1,500 EUR ENYGO members - special discounted fee** 750 EUR *VAT is included ** The European Network of Young Gynae Oncologists (ENYGO) is a network for juniors and trainees in Gynaecological Oncology and related subspecialties. Click here for more information and membership. Fee includes: Admission fee to the course Accommodation for 2 nights in a single room in Strasbourg, in a standard hotel in the vicinity of the course venue Coffee breaks, lunches and welcome dinner Travel costs to Strasbourg Travel costs to the case observation centre and accommodation in single room for 1 night in the vicinity of the selected centre venue (in either Essen, Milan or Stockholm). Cancelation and Refund Policy Before May 1, 2018* Refund of 100% Starting May 2, 2018** Non-Refundable * In case of cancellation without replacement, the fee will be refunded, provided a written request is received by May 1, 2018. **No refund can be made if notice of cancellation is received after this date or in case of no-show. General Information Travel & Accommodation General Information General Information The ideal profile of the course candidate is an intermediate level surgeon, looking to improve the and fluent in English. Attendance to the course is limited to 12 participants, enabling 2 attendees to be around one robot during the hand´s on training and in group of 4 for live surgery observations in 3 selected European Centres of Excellence, practicing robotic surgery in gynaecological oncology. Applications will be treated on a first-come-first-served basis, with respect to geographical balance of countries and regions as well as the level of experience judged by the committee, according to the brief description of professional background provided to the jury. The participants will be selected by the joint committee of ESGO and SERGS. Application Process Key Dates: Application form submission deadline: April 14, 2018 Successful candidates will be notified by April 21, 2018 Remarks: If the fee is not received immediately after the candidate is notified on April 21, 2018, the position will be offered to the next suitable applicant. The reservation can only be confirmed upon receipt of the course package fee payment. ESGO membership for 2018 is a mandatory condition for attendance. View the ESGO membership renewals and application. Should we receive a cancellation, wait-listed applicants will be contacted by the course Secretariat. Gynae-oncologists Interested to Apply? Start the process, download the Application Form! Send the following documents to esgo_courses@esgomail.org: 1. Filled in Application form 2. Letter describing motivation for attending the course 3. Short Curriculum vitae 4. Letter of recommendation from mentor/trainer Insurance 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. Travel & Accommodation Travel Only travel costs to IRCAD training centre in Strasbourg, France on June 27, 2018 and to the selected case observation centre on June 29, 2018 are included in the course package. The Attendees are responsible for any other travel arrangement. Accommodation Accommodation for 2 nights in a single room in Strasbourg, France, in a standard hotel in the vicinity of the course venue will be arranged by ESGO. The hotel: BOMA Hotel Nouvelle Generation, 4-star hotel 7 Rue du Vingt-Deux Novembre, 67000 Strasbourg, France http://www.boma-hotel.com/?lang=en Accommodation for 1 night in a single room in the vicinity of the selected case observation centre venue (in either Essen, Milan or Stockholm), will be arranged by ESGO (check in 28th June, 2018) – (check out 29th June, 2018) Acknowledgment ESGO gratefully acknowledges Intuitive Surgical for a generous educational grant supporting this course. Course Secretariat For more information and the status of your registration, please contact us adminoffice@esgomail.org Course Programme Check out the Preliminary Programme Apply Now! Course Faculty Henrik Falconer, Sweden Rainer Kimmig, Germany Vanna Zanagnolo, Italy Jordi Ponce, Spain Paulina Wimberger, Germany Venue: IRCAD Strasbourg , FRANCE