AGORA Advanced Gynaecological Laparoscopy Course

Course Information

Agora Medical Education presents the Advanced Gynaecological Laparoscopy Course, designed for trainees of all levels and surgeons performing basic laparoscopy. The course aims to strengthen foundational and advanced skills in laparoscopic procedures through a combination of didactic lectures, surgical videos, and hands-on practice.

Led by A/Prof Alex Ades, this comprehensive program will enhance participants’ surgical knowledge, focusing on anatomy, instrument handling, dissection, and laparoscopic suturing techniques.

Date: MAY 15 - 17, 2025

Location: Richmond Rowing Club - 7 Boathouse Drive - Melbourne - VIC 3004

Who Should Participate?

This course is ideal for:

• Surgeons seeking to improve their basic and advanced laparoscopic surgical skills.

• Trainees looking to gain hands-on experience and broaden their knowledge of advanced laparoscopy.

• Gynaecologists interested in refining specific techniques like laparoscopic excision, salpingectomy, oophorectomy, ovarian cystectomy, and hysterectomy.
  

Course Features

Participants will engage in:

• Training in key laparoscopic skills, including surgical anatomy, tissue handling, dissection, and knot tying.

• Didactic lectures and surgical videos to reinforce concepts.

• Hands-on practice with dedicated pelvic trainers for each participant, using specific drills and exercises.

Topics Covered Include:

• Principles of Laparoscopic Surgery

• Surgical Anatomy

• Principles of Electrosurgery

• Surgical Complications

• Laparoscopic Excision of Endometriosis

• Laparoscopic Salpingectomy, Oophorectomy, Ovarian Cystectomy, and Hysterectomy

Pelvic Trainer Exercises:

• Needle handling and loading

• Extra-corporeal and intra-corporeal knot tying

• Hand-eye coordination drills

• Pelvic surgery models and laparoscopic suturing

Registration Fees

Please do not hesitate to contact Debora Steves at education@agoracentre.com.au should you have any questions or queries regarding the course.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations received more than 45 days prior to the course commencement date will receive a full refund minus $250.00 administration fees. A refund of 50% of the registration fee will be made on cancellations received less than 45 days prior to the course commencement date. Additionally, please note that any cancellations made within 15 days of the course start date will not be eligible for a refund of the course fee.

In the event of the course being cancelled for any unforeseen reason, registrants will be notified no later than 2 weeks prior to the course commencement date, and a full refund will be issued.