MICS Workshop 1 & 2: Endoscopic Mitral Repair and Surgical Ablation Therapy
MICS Workshop 1 & 2: Endoscopic Mitral Repair and Surgical Ablation Therapy
| Name of the Workshop | MICS Workshop 1 & 2: Endoscopic Mitral Repair and Surgical Ablation Therapy |
| Venue | Suntec Convention Centre, Level 3, Room 325 and 326 |
| Time | Wednesday, 14 May 2025 (1300 – 1600) |
| Introduction | This workshop will offer hands-on training in endoscopic mitral valve repair techniques and cardiac ablation procedures. Mitral valve disease presents significant challenges in cardiovascular care, and this workshop showcases the latest advancements in endoscopic approaches for mitral valve repair, MIS LAA occlusion, and the use of the RAM device, as well as surgical ablation techniques. This workshop provides a valuable opportunity to explore how these innovative strategies are revolutionising treatment approaches and improving patient outcomes in cardiac surgery. |
| Objectives | – Discuss and provide supervised hands-on experience with endoscopic mitral valve repair techniques, MIS LAA occlusion, the use of the RAM device, and cardiac ablation procedures. – Develop participants’ technical skills for minimally invasive cardiac interventions. – Enable participants to apply acquired skills in surgical practice. |
| Flow/Structure | – Two stations (10 pax per station): A) Mitral (5 units) and B) Ablation (5 units) – 1h 15 mins session at each station followed by an exchange of stations |
| Number of Participants | – Maximum of 20 participants – Cardiac Surgeons, Cardiac Surgery Residents, Advanced Practice Nurses and Medical Doctors |
| Lead Faculty | Prof Theodoros Kofidis, (Adj) Full Professor, YLL School of Medicine, National University of Singapore |
| Other Faculty | Prof Peyman Sardari Nia, Maastricht University Medical Center Dr Faizus Sazzad, National University Heart Centre Singapore Dr Guohao Chang, National University Heart Centre Singapore |
