19th Advanced Workshop on Gynecologic Laparoscopic Anatomy & Minimally Invasive Surgery

This course is designed for gynecologists with advanced laparoscopic skills who wish to expand their knowledge of retroperitoneal and Space of Retzius anatomy and the various surgeries performed therein. This extensive two-day course will expose the participants to the knowledge and expertise of world-renowned laparoscopic surgeons who will guide them through didactics and hands-on cadaveric sessions utilizing unembalmed female cadavers.

No more than three participants are assigned to each cadaver and are closely supervised by experienced faculty instructors. Each participant will have the opportunity to operate, assist and observe in a rotational format to optimize his or her learning experience and suturing technique. The course will focus on demonstration of pelvic sidewall dissection, preparation for laparoscopic hysterectomy, uterosacral colposuspension, Burch retropubic colposuspension and paravaginal defect repairs through the laparoscopic approach. There will be suturing stations available for participants to practice laparoscopic suturing.

Pelvic floor reconstructive procedures will be highlighted during breakout sessions to accommodate those with a particular interest in furthering their skills in these procedures.