EACTS/Intuitive Discovery Course

This EACTS/Intuitive Discovery Course will be held on 16 December 2024 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This is a fantastic opportunity for attendees to take a deep dive into the telemanipulation of thoracic surgery. Through high-quality lectures and focused training sessions, delegates will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest techniques and best practices. Apply today for the chance to accelerate your skills and knowledge under the guidance of leading experts!

16 Dec 2024
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
In Person

Thoracic Disease

Event Information

Date/Duration

16 December 2024 (1 day)
Location

Amsterdam Skills Centre
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Course Director

M Durand, Paris
Course Registration

This course is available to EACTS members ONLY and is free of charge.

Attendees’ economy travel, accommodation, dinner on the Sunday night and course material are included in the registration.

Due to limited available spaces, an application process is applicable. Kindly ensure you meet all essential criteria before applying.

EACTS Academy terms and conditions.
Target Audience

Surgeons wanting to start a robotics programme within their hospital
Beginners
Non-robotically trained

Applications Are Now Closed

Essential Application Criteria

Be an EACTS Member.
Participants have a da Vinci surgical system in their hospital and are interested in RAS.
Single surgeon experience in thoracoscopic procedures.
Simulator training recommended before the course if possible.

Kindly note there are limited spaces available – 8 participants

Course Programme

08:00	Arrival at the training centre & change into scrubs
08:30	Introduction and lectures
09:00	Wetlab _{Port placement} _{Surgeon-led mobilisation and dissection Safe and effective energy and stapler}
12:00	Lunch
13:00	Wetlab _{Port placement Surgeon-led mobilisation and dissection Suturing Procedural techniques & tips}
16:00	Course wrap up and debrief
16:15	Departure

Programme and faculty subject to change