Endoscopic Spine Surgery HANDS-ON 

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Monday, May 18, 2026

Venue: Garrahan Pediatric Hospital

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Directors: Van Isseldyk Facundo, Rodriguez Sattler Lisandro, Oertel Joachim

Local Professors: Bassani Julio, Marcó del Pont Francisco, De Zavalia Máximo, Eduardo Galaretto, Gupta Deepak

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Minimally Invasive Approach: Advanced Theory and Intensive Hands-On Training

Endoscopic Spine Surgery represents the gold standard in the evolution of minimally invasive procedures for spinal pathologies. This intensive course is meticulously designed to provide surgeons with the necessary competencies to transition from open or microsurgical techniques to Minimally Invasive and endoscopic methods, achieving superior clinical results with less trauma to the patient.

 

Why Master Endoscopic Spine Surgery?

• Minimal Invasion, Maximum Benefit: Learn to perform discectomies, foraminotomies, and decompressions through tiny incisions, resulting in less postoperative pain, lower blood loss, and significantly faster recovery.

• Key Approaches: The course focuses on mastering transforaminal and interlaminar techniques for the effective treatment of lumbar disc herniations, stenosis, and other degenerative pathologies.

• Crucial Hands-On Component: Intensive practical training is the cornerstone. You will practice the access technique, precise navigation, and handling of endoscopic instruments on high-fidelity spine models, ensuring the immediate transfer of skills to the operating room.

 

🛠️ Key Skills Acquired in the Hands-On Sessions

• Equipment Setup and Management: Installation and calibration of endoscopic equipment and irrigation systems.

• Intracanalicular Navigation for safe access to the spinal canal.

• Decompression Techniques: Execution of discectomy and foramen enlargement with specialized endoscopic instruments.

 

Topics:

• Ergonomics in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

• Endoscope and Instrument Handling

• Lumbar Interlaminar Access

• Lumbar Transforaminal Access

• Lumbar Extraforaminal Access

• Case-Based Discussion and Practical Tips

• HANDS-ON Sessions

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Aimed at:

• Neurosurgeons.

• Orthopedic Spine Surgeons.

• Residents interested in minimally invasive neurosurgery.

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Limited spots available to guarantee personalized training at the workstations!

Enroll to master Minimally Invasive Spine surgery.

 

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