Embark on a transformative journey in the field of colorectal surgery with the ESCP Colorectal Robotic Surgery (CRS) Novice Workshop. This highly anticipated workshop is designed for residents/fellows and junior consultants who have access to a robotic platform and are early in their robotic colorectal surgery experience. Held at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France, on September 4-5, 2023, this immersive course offers a comprehensive learning experience like no other.

Trainers:

• Carmen Cagigas (Spain)
• Marek Zawadzki (Poland)
• Giuseppe Spignolio (Italy)

Trainees: 10 places available

Registration Fee: €150 (benefits include 2 day training course, accommodation*, flights*, 2 x lunch)

Eligibility Criteria:

• Open to Junior Consultants and Residents
• Hospital with robotic system (DaVinci)
• Able to provide experience as a bedside assistant in the OR
• Provide experience of simulation excercises with console
• Submit a letter of support by the supervisor / head of department
• Submit a short cv (max. one page)

Day 1 | Monday 4 September

12:00-13:00 | Meeting at the Lab

1. Presentations & review of the agenda

2. Workshop objectives

Introduction to Colorectal Robotic Surgery

1. Latest evidence and Indications in the CR field: TME & CME + ICA.

2. Current platforms

3. ESCP ColoRobotica

13:00-14:00 | Robotic Sigmoid Resection (video presentation)

1. In-depth anatomy review of the left side

2. Instrument selection & Energy use

3. Patient Positioning

4. Port Placement

5. Docking

6. Step-by-Step Technique

7. Procedure Techniques & Tips

8. Managing Difficult Scenarios (Obese patients, Bleeding…)

14:00-14:30 | Lunch Break

Discussion with the Surgeon

1. Comments & Questions

14:30-15:30 |Robotic Intracorporeal Anastomosis (video presentation)

1. Patient Positioning

2. Port Placement

3. Docking

4. Step-by-Step Technique

5. Procedure Techniques & Tips

15:30-16:00 | Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons (NOTSS)

1. Concept

2. Examples in Robotic Surgery (videos)

16:00-16:30 | Debriefing & wrap up

1. Debriefing

Day 2 | Tuesday 5 September

8:00-8:30 | Meeting at Training Center

1. Presentations & review of the agenda

2. Workshop objectives

8:30-10:00 | Simulation Exercise

Basic Skills - 4 modules

10:00-13:00 | Robotic Sigmoid Resection (Lab – Pig model)

1. Instrument selection & Energy use

2. Patient Positioning

3. Port Placement

4. Docking

5. Step-by-Step Technique

6. Procedure Techniques & Tips

7. Managing Difficult Scenarios (Obese patients, Bleeding…)

13:00-14:00 | Lunch Break

Discussion with the Surgeon

1. Comments & Questions

14:00-16:00 | Simulation Exercise

Intracorporeal Anastomosis Module

14:00- 16:00 | Robotic Intracorporeal Anastomosis (Lab – Pig Model)

1. Patient Positioning

2. Port Placement

3. Docking

4. Step-by-Step Technique

5. Procedure Techniques & Tips

16:00-16:30 | Debriefing & wrap up

1. Debriefing

*Accommodation: Accommodation is reserved for all faculty and trainees on a B&B basis will be provided at the Hotel du Dragon​

*Flights: Flight costs will be reimbursed for faculty and trainess via Vanessa McCourt ESCP Executive Director , there is a maximum allowance per trainee

Any questions relating to the course, your application or venue details please contact Vanessa McCourt ESCP Executive Director