ENYGO Introduction to Robotic Surgery Registration is OPEN! MAY 15 – 16, 2020, Ghent, Belgium Confirmations will be made upon selection by ENYGO Applications Committee. Background The Course aims to introduce the robotic approach to young surgeons with no experience with robotic surgery (Da Vinci Si or Xi) but preferably with some knowledge or exposure to the system. Learn more Overview » TRAINING ON LIVE TISSUES – EXPERT LECTURES An exclusive 1,5 day course for young fellows and trainees with no experience in robotic surgery but preferably with some knowledge or exposure to the system. The Course programme features interactive theoretical sessions and dry lab exercises at the ORSI training centre in Ghent, Belgium. The course is organized by ESGO in collaboration with ENYGO. Target audience The ideal profile of the course candidate is a young surgeon with no experience but some knowledge of or exposure to robotic surgery who is fluent in English. Learning Objectives The Course aims to introduce the robotic approach to young surgeons with no experience with robotic surgery (Da Vinci Si or Xi) but preferably with some knowledge or exposure to the system. It is an exclusive opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills. The Course program combines interactive theoretical sessions and dry lab exercises Don’t miss out on your opportunity to learn more about the robotic surgery! Scientific Programme » Please check the preliminary Scientific programme ————————– Chairs & Faculty Joao Casanova Fundação Champalimaud Lisbon, Portugal Sergi Fernandez Belvitge Hospital Barcelona, Spain ——————————- Registration » Registration is open! Register HERE » Limited space of 16 participants » Application deadline is March 31, 2020 As a result of the inherent limited space, the 16 participants, ENYGO members, will be selected with respect to geographical balance of countries and regions as well as level of experience judged by the committee, according to the brief description of professional background provided during the application process. Confirmations will be made upon selection by the Applications Committee. The candidates will be required to include their CV and motivation letter during the application process. Only applicants who are active ESGO/ENGYO members and who have paid the course fee will be considered for participation. Paid ESGO/ENYGO membership for 2020 is a mandatory condition for being considered. View the ESGO membership renewals and application. Only applications received through the registration system will be considered! Course Package Fees ENYGO member – from high-income countries 200 Eur ENYGO member country list A and B** 100 Eur *ESGO is not a VAT payer **Categories A and B are defined according to the World Bank Country Classification of high-income and Upper-middle-income economies (List A) and lower-middle and low-income countries (List B). Fee includes: Admission fee to the course Accommodation for 2 nights in a single room, in a standard hotel in the vicinity of the course venue in Ghent Travel to/from the airport to ORSI Academy, Belgium and to/from the hotel will be arranged. Coffee breaks, lunches and welcome diner Payment details and cancellation conditions The course fee must be paid immediately upon confirmation of attendance. The payment can be processed only through the registration system If the fee is not received by April 5, the position will be offered to the next suitable applicant. The reservation can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment. Cancelation and Refund Policy Before April 15, 2020* Refund of 100% Starting April 16, 2020** Non-Refundable * In case of cancellation without replacement, the fee will be refunded, provided a written request is received April 15 **No refund can be made if notice of cancellation is received after this date or in case of no-show General information Venue ORSI Academy Proefhoevestraat 12 9090 Melle, Belgium Insurance In registering for the course participants agree that the organizer is not responsible for individual medical, travel or personal insurance. Participants are requested to arrange their own travel and health insurance. The organizer cannot assume liability for changes in the program due to external circumstances. Acknowledgement ESGO and ENYGO gratefully acknowledge Intuitive Surgical for a generous educational grant supporting this course. Course Secretariat For more information and the status of your registration, please contact us adminoffice@esgo.org Travel & Accomodation Travel Travel costs to from the airport to ORSI Academy, Belgium and to and from the hotel will be arranged. Travel costs to Belgium are responsibility of the attendees. Do not arrange your flight ticket before your registration is confirmed. Accommodation Accommodation for 2 nights in a single room in Ghent, Belgium, in a standard hotel in the vicinity of the course venue will be arranged and paid by ESGO. Posted in