A comprehensive training program focusing on minimally invasive esophageal surgery, gastroesophageal anastomosis techniques, and management of complications. This program aims to provide advanced surgical training for medical professionals interested in esophageal surgery.

1. State-of-the-art minimally invasive surgical techniques

2. Hands-on training in gastroesophageal anastomosis

3. Comprehensive complications management training

4. Direct mentorship from experienced surgeons

5. Access to advanced surgical equipment and facilities

6. Case-based learning with real patient scenarios

1. Master minimally invasive approaches to esophageal surgery

2. Develop proficiency in various gastroesophageal anastomosis techniques

3. Learn to identify, prevent, and manage surgical complications

4. Understand perioperative patient management

5. Enhance decision-making skills in complex cases

3 months

• Fellows: Board-certified surgeons with >3 years experience in general thoracic surgery

• Residents: PGY-4 or above in general thoracic surgery

• Students: Final year medical students (observership only)

• Minimally invasive esophagectomy techniques

• Various anastomosis methods (mechanical and hand-sewn)

• Endoscopic skills

• Surgical anatomy of the esophagus and surrounding structures

• Complications management

• Advanced surgical instruments handling

• Perioperative care protocols

Monday

• Morning: Clinical rounds

• Afternoon: MDT conference

• Weekly: Complex case discussions

Tuesday

• Morning: Outpatient clinic

• Afternoon: Surgical skills workshop

• Biweekly: Simulation training

Wednesday

• All day: Operating room observation/assistance

• Afternoon: Academic lectures

Thursday

• Morning: Journal club

• Afternoon: Hands-on training/MDT

• Biweekly: Complication management workshop

Friday

• Morning: Surgical demonstrations

• Afternoon: Case presentations

• Monthly: Performance review

• Weekly performance assessments

• Monthly practical skills evaluation

• Final comprehensive examination including:

    Written test

    Practical assessment

    Case presentation

    Surgical video analysis

• Certificate provided upon successful completion

• Anonymous feedback survey at program conclusion

The program is free of charge.