Hands-on POEM - Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy
COURSE OBJECTIVES of Hands-on POEM
- Arose from the field of NOTES, Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) is expected to be a standard permanent treatment of esophageal achalasia.
- This technique requires extensive training and preparation to ensure safety and efficacy. Don’t miss the opportunity of an outstanding training program under the tutorship of world-renowned masters.
- This one-day full-immersion focus group will include “live” POEM demonstrations broadcasted from our operating rooms, theoretical POEM fundamentals including a comprehensive equipment list and troubleshooting tips, open discussion of difficult cases as well as a 3-hour hands-on training on live tissues with fully-equipped endoscopic stations.
- IRCAD is proud to offer this new educational course dedicated to help surgeons acquire the skills necessary to safely and competently perform POEM procedures.
EDUCATIONAL METHODS of Hands-on POEM
Interactive theoretical and video sessions between faculty and course participantsLive or pre-recorded operative démonstrations
Hands-on training on in-vivo and bench top models in experimental lab