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Small animal laparoscopy: Newcomers and refreshers’level
About this course
Introductory words from the course director
Masterclass in Small Animal Laparoscopy: Elevate Your Surgical Skills
Surveys on veterinary surgical training consistently highlight the limited exposure to laparoscopic surgery. This masterclass is designed to bridge that gap, offering diplomates, specialists, experienced surgeons and residents the opportunity to truly master minimally invasive techniques. To ensure an exceptional learning experience, I have assembled an outstanding training team and cutting-edge technology, providing you with:
✅ State-of-the-art equipment – including next-generation 4K video systems and fluorescence imaging (Arthrex)
✅ Expert instruction – renowned course masters with an excellent trainer-to-trainee ratio
✅ Hands-on training – practice essential skills using models and ex-vivo anatomical specimens (2 participants per table)
✅ Realistic surgical experience – perform procedures on canine cadavers and anesthetized pigs (3 participants per table)
Our program places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, featuring practical exercises in dry labs with models and ex-vivo organs, as well as wet labs utilizing dog cadavers and anesthetized pigs. To offer maximum flexibility, a big part of the theoretical content will be delivered through webinars, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Every procedure involving live animals adheres to the highest standards of animal welfare. In total, this masterclass will offer you 6 hours of recorded webinars, 17 hours of wet-labs and surgery, 10 hours of lectures, interactive discussions and Quizz.
This is your opportunity to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and elevate your surgical expertise. Don’t miss out on this exclusive chance to immerse yourself in the cutting-edge field of small animal laparoscopy!
Experts
For this Master class, we have selected course masters renowned for their experience in laparoscopic surgery and their didactic skills
Target audience
This course is tailored for advanced practitioners and specialists with strong experience in surgery who do not regularly perform laparoscopy. Senior residents in the final years of their training are also welcome to participate.
Aims/learning outcomes
Course Aims:
Our goal is to take surgeons from an introductory level to a position of confidence in performing basic laparoscopic procedures. Through a combination of hands-on training and expert-led instruction, participants will develop the skills and assurance needed to integrate laparoscopy into their surgical practice.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand Laparoscopic Principles & Equipment
- Describe the fundamental principles of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) and its advantages.
- Identify and set up video-endoscopic surgical equipment and instrumentation.
- Demonstrate optimal port placement strategies for various laparoscopic procedures.
- Develop Technical Skills in Mini-Invasive Surgery
- Safely establish capnoperitoneum and maintain a stable working space.
- Perform basic laparoscopic hand-skills, including knot tying, and instrument handling.
- Execute fundamental Mistels training tasks to improve dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Perform Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic Procedures
- Conduct laparoscopic exploration and biopsies.
- Perform laparoscopic spays, cryptorchidectomy, and ovariohysterectomy.
- Apply single-port and lap-assisted techniques for gastropexy, cystotomy, and digestive surgeries.
- Utilize Advanced Energy Devices & Dissection Techniques
- Operate devices such as Ligasure and bipolar cautery in laparoscopic procedures.
- Execute safe and effective tissue dissection, ligation on cholecystectomy model.
- Manage Surgical Complications & Clinical Decision-Making
- Recognize and address potential complications in minimally invasive surgery.
- Analyze clinical cases and make informed surgical decisions based on patient presentation.
- Gain Hands-on Experience in Ex Vivo & In Vivo Labs
- Practice surgical techniques on ex vivo liver and tissue models.
- Perform laparoscopic procedures on live animal models under expert supervision.
- Integrate Laparoscopy into Surgical Practice
- Apply the acquired skills and knowledge to perform laparoscopic procedures in a clinical setting.
- Optimize surgical efficiency through strategic organization and technique refinement.
Program
Location
Hotel recommendation: Veteducation recommends the Hotel Platinia, Cluj-Napoca, with special rates for Veteducation.vet participants. MC
📍 Location:
- Lectures: Veterinary Faculty, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Practical Sessions: Center for Practical Skills and Simulation in Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca
Price
Masterclass fees: 4200 € excl. VAT. These fees include the webinars, the onsite lectures, dry and wet labs, coffee-breaks, lunches, welcome drink and social dinner. Hotel costs are not included.
Sponsors
For this Masterclass, we are happily supported by Arthrex Gmbh, Medtronics and Sterilux.
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