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Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery

Presented by: Minimal Access Surgery Center, Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Course Director: Dennis L. Fowler, MD

Wednesday: March 13, 2002 – Weill Medical College New York, NY

Lecture: 7:30 – 11:30 AM; 1:00 – 4:35 PM

Lab: 12:00 Noon – 5 PM

Objectives:

At the Conclusion of the Course, the participant will be able to:

Who Should Attend:

Surgeons, residents and fellows interested in laparoscopic colon surgery should attend this course. GI assistants and nurses are also welcome for the didactic portion.

Program:

(Invited faculty as of 8/24/2001)

7:35

Surgery Demonstration

J. Milsom, MD & R.L. Whelan MD

9:00

Outcomes and Indications

B. Bohm, MD* and D. Fowler, MD

9:25

Room setup and patient positioning

M. Watanabe, MD*

9:55

Devascularization and flexure mobilization


P. Marcello, MD & T. Sonoda, MD

10:20

Technique for segmental colectomy


A. Lacy, MD & M. Franklin, MD

10:50

Technique for subtotal colectomy/pouch

J. Milsom, MD

11:05

Hand-assisted and hybrid techniques

D. Litwin, MD & R.L. Whelan, MD

12:00

Lunch - Participants in the hands-on lab depart for Norwalk;
box lunch on the bus


1:00

Diverticulitis

F. Kockerling, MD, J. Monson, MD*, & J. LeRoy, MD*

1:35

Crohn's Disease

T. Young-Fadok, MD & J. Fleshman, MD*

2:00

CUC

P. Marcello, MD & J. Milsom, MD

3:05

Cancer – Oncologic issues

C. Jacobi, MD & R.L. Whelan, MD

3:50

Results of Clinical Trials

A. Lacy, MD & G. Fielding, MD

4:10

Results of Clinical Trials

J. Monson, MD* & H. Nelson, MD

4:30

Panel Discussion

* indicates faculty who have been invited but not yet confirmed

Course Description:

The course will consist of two options: an all day didactic course and a combined 1Ú2day didactic and 1Ú2 day hands-on course. The morning session for both options will include a demonstration and discussion of current laparoscopic techniques for treating colon and rectal disease. In the afternoon didactic session, world recognized experts and pioneers in the field will discuss outcomes, patient selection, and the management of
diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease and cancer patients.

Lab Description:

In the animal lab, participants will perform laparoscopic sigmoid resection.

Logistics:

Shuttle to the Weill Cornell Medical College will be available outside the Hilton at 6:30 AM with return to the Hilton at 5:00 PM. Shuttle to USSC for the lab will be available at the Weill Cornell Medical College at 12:00 Noon with return to Hilton at 5:00 PM.

CME Certification:

Weill Medical College of Cornell University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians. Weill Medical College of Cornell University designates this educational activity for a maximum of 8 credits hour(s) in Category 1 credit towards the AMA Physicians Recognition Award. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

Corporate Support:

The Minimal Access Surgery Center and Weill Medical College of Cornell University acknowledge a generous
educational grant from Autosuture Corporation and Karl Storz Endoscopy of America.

 

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[Surgeons-in-Training Session] [Postgraduate Courses] [Scientific Sessions - Friday] [Scientific Sessions - Saturday]

[Industry Education Night] [Exhibitors] [Invited Faculty] [Lunches] [Learning Center & Poster Program]

[Social Programs & Special Events] [Accompanying Person Tours] [Hotel Information]

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