This workshop will feature both didactic lectures and a hands-on workshop component led by international faculty member, Dr. Tomaž Štupnik on key surgical techniques to be proficient in performing VATS procedures. Dr Stupnik was an early adopter of the VATS technique in lung resection and is the developer of the Stupnik Thoracic VATS simulator, which has been utilised in multiple countries across the world. He has played a significant role in the education of other clinicians on the VATS technique in Europe. Attendees will have the opportunity to practice and refine their instrument and device handling skills via the use of the Stupnik VATS Simulator and get valuable tips and tricks for performing VATS surgery.
Queensland
Friday 12th September – 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Townsville University Hospital, Simulation Centre – Debrief and Skills Rooms
Monday 15th September – 6:30pm – 9:30pm
The Prince Charles Hospital, Cardiology Tutorial Rooms 2 & 3
Victoria
Tuesday 16th September – 6:30pm – 9:30pm
The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Main Block, Ground Floor West Wing, Yellow & Orange Rooms – Lecture A &B
New South Wales
Wednesday 17th September – 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Institute of Academic Surgery
South Australia
Thursday 18th September – 6:30pm – 9:30pm, The Royal Adelaide Hospital, Room TBC
Western Australia
Saturday 20th September – 8:30am – 11:30am
The University Club of Western Australia, Seminar Rooms 1 & 2
