Advanced Surgical Procedures

This course focuses on theory and advanced procedures in general, genitourinary, gynecologic, orthopedic, plastic, neurologic, thoracic, cardiac, peripheral vascular, endoscopic and general pediatric surgeries. Emphasis is placed on knowledge of relevant anatomy, pathology, diagnostic procedures and tests, special preoperative preparation, special instruments, supplies, and drugs, special equipment, intraoperative preparation, surgical procedure, prognosis, and postoperative care and complications for surgeries addressed in this course. Utilization of advanced technologies, such as robotics, minimally invasive radiology and endoscopy in the various surgical procedures and specialties are discussed.