COURSES

COURSE NO	DATE	HOUR	COURSE
COURSE 1	16 May	08:30-12:30	TRANSANAL ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY: STATE OF THE ART IN 2025
COURSE 2	16 May	08:30-12:30	HANDS ON BASIC COLONOSCOPY COURSE
COURSE 3	16 May	08:30-12:30	LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL SURGERY COURSE
COURSE 4	16 May	08:30-12:30	HEMORRHOIDAL DISEASE COURSE
COURSE 5	16 May	13:30-17:30	ADVANCED ANAL FISTULA AND OASIS SURGICAL TECHNIQUES
COURSE 6	16 May	13:30-17:30	ABDOMINAL WALL COURSE FOR COLORECTAL SURGEONS
COURSE 7	16 May	13:30-17:30	ROBOTIC COLORECTAL SURGERY COURSE
COURSE 8	16 May	13:30-17:30	BASIC RADIOLOGY FOR SURGEONS COURSE
COURSE 9	16 May	13:30-17:30	MASTERING SCIENTIFIC WRITING AND PEER REVIEW COURSE
COURSE 10	16 May	13:00-17:30	HANDS-ON ENDOLUMINAL SURGERY (EMR-ESD) COURSE
COURSE 11	16 May	08:30-13:30	ENDOSCOPIC HAND SUTURING COURSE
COURSE 12	17/18/19 May	12:30-13:30	SUTURING AND KNOTTING IN LAPAROSCOPY (TRAINEES)
COURSE 13	16 May 17/18/19 May	12:15-13:15 12:30-13:30	COURSE ON HAND-SEWN ANASTOMOSIS TECHNIQUES IN COLORECTAL SURGERY

16 May 2025

TRANSANAL ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY: STATE OF THE ART IN 2025 16 May 2025 08:30-12:30 HALL ANTALYA - 2 Course Directors: Patricia Sylla, Ahmet Rencüzoğulları
08:30-08:35	Introduction - Patricia Sylla, Ahmet Rencüzoğulları
08:35-08:45	TES: History, Equipment, TES techniques - Çiğdem Arslan
08:45-08:55	TES for Benign Lesions (Indications, Techniques, Outcomes) - Tayfun Bişgin
08:55-09:05	TES for Malignant Lesions (Indications, Techniques, Outcomes) - Osman Bozbıyık
09:05-09:15	TES Beyond the Learning Curve: Transanal TME - Ahmet Rencüzoğulları
09:15-09:25	TES Beyond the Learning Curve: Anastomotic Salvage, and Other Advanced Techniques - Aras Emre Canda
09:25-09:45	Coffee break
	TES: How I do it Video Session (with Case Presentation, Preparation, Set Up, Procedure and Postop Management)
09:45-09:55	TES with Full-Thickness Excision: Posterior and Lateral Lesions - Osman Bozbıyık
09:55-10:05	TES with Full-Thickness Excision - Anterior Lesions in Female Patients - Çiğdem Arslan
10:05-10:15	TES with Partial Thickness Excision - Tayfun Bişgin
10:15-10:25	TES with Submucosal Dissection for Giant Rectal Polyps - Fevzi Cengiz
10:25-10:35	TES When Everything Goes Wrong - How to Troubleshoot (Insufflation, Exposure, Instruments Etc) - Mehmet Ali Koç
10:35-10:45	Management of Intraoperative Complications During TES - Aras Emre Canda
10:45-10:55	How to Avoid and Manage Intraperitoneal Entry During TES - Patricia Sylla
10:55-11:10	Coffee break
11:10-12:30	Hands-on TES Practice (Disection ve Suturation)
	Instructors: Patricia Sylla, Ahmet Rencüzoğulları, Çiğdem Arslan, Fevzi Cengiz, Mehmet Ali Koç, Osman Bozbıyık, Tayfun Bişgin

HANDS ON BASIC COLONOSCOPY COURSE 16 May 2025 08:30-12:30 HALL ANTALYA - 1 Course Directors: Metin Keskin, Şiyar Ersöz
Course Objective To ensure that participants gain experience in the basic requirements for colonoscopy applications (patient preparation, use of devices, recognition of lesions and simple polypectomy and stenting techniques).
Learning Objectives • Understand the basic principles of diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy • Examining basic information about patient preparation for colonoscopy, indications, obtaining consent and bowel preparation. • Basic information about the design, functions and installation of endoscopes • Obtaining information about the controls and use of the colonoscope • Understand the basic principles of torque vectoring, loop recognition and reduction methods during colonoscope advancement. • Understanding the exit principles and techniques of the colonoscope for the high rate of diagnosis of mucosal lesions. • Learn current colonoscopy follow-up guidelines •To have information about the accessories used during colonoscopy and to understand the principles of colonoscopic interventions such as polypectomy, clipping, chromoendoscopy and stenting.
Who is This Course for? Our course targets general surgery assistants and general surgery specialists who want to increase their colonoscopy experience.
08:30-08:35	Introduction
08:35-08:50	Indications for Colonoscopy. How Should We Perform Bowel Preparation in Which Patients? Obtaining Informed Consent. How to Write a Colonoscopy Report? - Şiyar Ersöz
08:50-09:05	Devices, Scopes, and Equipment Used in Colonoscopy. How Should the Preparation of the Devices be Done? (Instrument Cleaning and Disinfection) - Adem Bayraktar
09:05-09:20	Premedication and Anesthesia Techniques Before the Procedure, Anatomical Traps in Colonoscopy, and Facilitating Maneuvers - İbrahim Halil Özata
09:20-09:35	Coffee Break
09:35-09:50	Use of Different Light Sources, Recognition and Classification of Lesions, Polypectomy Techniques - Mustafa Kalfaoğlu
09:50-10:05	Stent Applications for Obstructive Colorectal Lesions - Ali Fuat Kaan Gök
10:05-10:30	Discussion
10:30-12:30	Practical Training on a Model

LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL SURGERY COURSE 16 May 2025 08:30-12:30 HALL İZMİR - 2 Course Directors: Sang W. Lee, Ersin Öztürk, Özgen Işık
Course Objective The laparoscopic colorectal surgery course, organized within the scope of the TKRCD 2025 Congress, aims to provide participants with current techniques, surgical approaches, and practical skills through theoretical lectures and interactive applications. This course offers a comprehensive educational platform for surgeons who wish to gain experience and enhance their knowledge in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Learning Objectives • To learn basic and advanced techniques in laparoscopic colorectal surgery. • To develop strategies for safe and effective laparoscopic surgical practices in colorectal surgery. • To improve knowledge and skills in complication management and patient care. • To discuss practical applications in light of current literature and technological advancements.
Who is This Course for? • General surgery specialists and residents interested in colorectal surgery. • Experienced surgeons aiming to improve their laparoscopic colorectal surgery techniques. • Healthcare professionals seeking to stay updated with current knowledge in the field of colorectal surgery.
08:30-08:35	Opening - Sang W. Lee, Ersin Öztürk
08:35-08:45	The Rationale for Laparoscopy in Colorectal Surgery - Sang W. Lee
08:45-08:55	New Technologies in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery - Murat Urkan
08:55-09:05	Cases Which Best Treated not Laparoscopically - Timuçin Erol
09:05-09:20	Laparoscopic Right Colectomy - CME - Vasile Bintintan
09:20-09:35	Laparoscopic Right Colectomy - Supracolic CME - Özgen Işık
09:35-09:45	Laparoscopic Right Colectomy - Anastomosis Techniques - Vasile Bintintan
09:45-10:00	Laparoscopic Transverse Colectomy - Nuri Okkabaz
10:00-10:30	Coffee Break
10:30-10:40	Vessel Ligations at Left Sided Colorectal Resections - Derya Salim Uymaz
10:40-10:50	Splenic Flexure Mobilization Techniques - Volkan Özben
10:50-11:05	Laparoscopic Rectum Mobilization: Male vs Females, Tips & Tricks - Ersin Öztürk
11:05-11:20	Anastomosis Techniques in Left Sided Colorectal Resections - Erdinç Çetinkaya
11:20-11:30	Laparoscopic Subtotal Colectomy - Tips & Tricks - Orçun Yalav
11:30-11:45	Laparoscopic IPAA - Problems & Solutions - Erdinç Çetinkaya
11:45-12:30	Discussion

HEMORRHOIDAL DISEASE COURSE 16 May 2025 08:30-12:30 HALL İZMİR - 1 Course Directors: Gabriele Naldini, İlker Sücüllü, İsmail Cem Eray
Course Objective This course provides participants with a hands-on learning experience focused on advanced surgical techniques for hemorrhoidal disease. Participants will learn the working principles of the complex surgical devices and gain step-by-step practical experience on animal and organic models, enhancing their skills in hemorrhoidal disease surgery.
Learning Objectives • Acquire hands-on proficiency in advanced surgical techniques for hemorrhoidal disease, including: • Conventional hemorrhodiectomy techniques • Band ligaiton • Doppler-Guided ligation and mucopexy • Laser hemorrhoidopexy • Stapled hemorrhoidopexy • Understand procedural steps through continuous video demonstrations at each station. • Engage in real-time Q&A with expert trainers to refine techniques and deepen understanding.
Who is This Course for? This course is intended for general surgeons who perform surgical treatment of hemorrhoidal disease or general surgery assistants who will perform it.
08:30-08:35	Opening Speech - İlker Sücüllü
08:35-08:40	Excisional Methods (Milligan Morgan, Ferguson) - Haluk Tümer
08:40-08:45	Band Ligation and Indications - Bahadır Ege
08:45-08:50	Doppler-Guided Ligation and Mucopexy - Mustafa Ateş
08:50-08:55	Laser Hemorrhoidopexy - Tahsin Çolak
08:55-09:00	Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy - Gabriele Naldini
09:00-12:30	Hands-On Practice

COURSE ON HAND-SEWN ANASTOMOSIS TECHNIQUES IN COLORECTAL SURGERY 16/17/18/19 May 2025 12:15-13:15 16 May HALL BURSA / 17/18/19 May HALL IZMIR - 1 Course Directors: Çiğdem Arslan, Alp Yıldız
Course Objective Despite all technological advancements, the safety of anastomosis in both open and minimally invasive colorectal surgery is based on the same fundamental principles and has shown very little change. Hand-sewn anastomosis and suturing techniques are practices that every colorectal surgeon should be well-versed in. The aim of the course is to review the basic principles of safe anastomosis, introduce and apply different suture materials and anastomosis techniques to our young colleagues.
Learning Objectives • To recognize the suture materials used in anastomosis • To recognize the suture materials used in anastomosis • To learn the principles of safe anastomosis • To review the tips for preventing and identifying anastomosis complications • To apply different anastomosis techniques on bowel models
Who is This Course for? The course is primarily designed for general surgery residents in their first two years of surgical training, it is also open to more senior residents who wish to update their knowledge.
12:15-13:15	Friday, May 16 2025
12:15-12:25	Opening and Course Introduction - Çiğdem Arslan, Alp Yıldız
12:25-12:35	Suture and Needle Materials and Terminology - Çağan Karal
12:35-12:45	Suture Materials Used in Gastrointestinal Anastomosis - Serkan Ademoğlu
12:45-12:55	Basic Principles for Safe Anastomosis - Samet Şahin
12:55-13:05	Surgical Techniques Used in Gastrointestinal Anastomosis: Where-Which Anastomosis? - Bengi Balcı
13:05-13:15	Anastomosis Complications: How to Identify and Manage? - Serhat Meriç
12:30-13:30	Saturday, May 17 2025
	Practical Application End-to-End, End-to-Side, and Side-to-Side Bowel Anastomosis Closure of Enterotomy Coordinator: Çiğdem Arslan Instructors: Station 1: Berke Manoğlu | Station 2: Serkan Ademoğlu | Station 3: Serhat Meriç | Station 4: Samet Şahin
12:30-13:30	Sunday, May 18 2025
	Practical Application End-to-End, End-to-Side, and Side-to-Side Bowel Anastomosis Closure of Enterotomy Coordinators: Alp Yıldız, Çiğdem Arslan Instructors: Station 1: Bengi Balcı | Station 2 : Esin Kaplan | Station 3: Berke Manoğlu | Station 4: Serkan Ademoğlu
12:30-13:30	Monday, May 19 2025
	Practical Application End-to-End, End-to-Side, and Side-to-Side Bowel Anastomosis Closure of Enterotomy Coordinator: Alp Yıldız Eğiticiler: Station 1: Serhat Meriç| Station 2: Samet Şahin| Station 3: Bengi Balcı | Station 4: Esin Kaplan

ABDOMINAL WALL COURSE FOR COLORECTAL SURGEONS 13:30-17:30 HALL İZMİR - 2 Course Directors: Omar Yusef Kudsi, Aras Emre Canda, Volkan Özben
Course Objective This course, which is organized to provide in-depth information on issues related to abdominal wall and hernia surgery and open abdomen management in colorectal surgery, aims to increase the theoretical knowledge of the participants as well as improve their practical skills. At the same time, it is aimed for participants to achieve the best results in clinical practice by providing information about updating surgical techniques and modern approaches.
Learning Objectives • Obtaining detailed information about abdominal wall anatomy with current surgical techniques applied in abdominal wall hernias • To have knowledge about the methods used to prevent the development of incisional and parastomal hernias • Learning techniques such component separation, e-TEP, TAR, Sugarbaker, e-Pauli repair, Fasciotens and botulinum toxin application • Learning technical details in open, laparoscopic and robotic approaches • Developing skills in the management of perineal hernias • Open abdomen and enteroatmospheric fistula management • Improving surgical techniques with practical applications and simulation training
Who is This Course for? The course is primarily designed for general surgery residents in their first two years of surgical training, it is also open to more senior residents who wish to update their knowledge.
13:30-14:00	Session 1: Basics for Colorectal Surgeons
	Chairs: Tahsin Çolak, Aras Emre Canda
13:30-13:45	Anatomy and Classification: Component Separation and TAR - Berke Manoğlu
13:45-14:00	Can We Prevent Incisional and Parastomal Hernia? - Volkan Özben
14:00-15:30	Session 2: Technical Aspects
	Chairs: İlknur Erenler Bayraktar, Volkan Özben
14:00-14:30	Incisional Hernia Repair After Colorectal Surgery
	Video 1 (Open) – Component Separation (Anterior/Posterior) - Yaşar Özdenkaya
	Video 2 (MIS) - eTEP-TAR - Yaşar Özdenkaya
	Video 3 - eTEP-TAR for Incisional and Parastomal Hernia - Tayfun Bişgin
14:30-14:50	Robotic Hernia Repair After Colorectal Surgery - Omar Yusef Kudsi
14:50-15:30	Parastomal Hernia Repair
	Sugarbaker Repair - Paul Sugarbaker (Video Presentation)
	Video 1: Open Repair - Tahsin Çolak
	Video 2: Laparoscopic Sugarbaker Repair - Nuri Okkabaz
	Video 3: Robotic ePauli Repair - Eric Pauli (Online)
	Video 4: Keyhole Repair - Aras Emre Canda
15:30-15:45	Coffee Break
15:45-16:30	Session 3: Hard Times for Colorectal Surgeons
	Chairs: Yaşar Özdenkaya, Tayfun Bişgin
15:45-16:00	Abdominal Wall and Perineal Reconstruction After Resection for Cancer - Aras Emre Canda
16:00-16:15	Fasciotens - İlknur Erenler Bayraktar
16:15-16:30	Open Abdomen, Enteroatmospheric Fistula and Late Abdominal Wall Reconstruction - Fahri Yetişir
16:30-17:30	Hands-on Practice
	Meshes and Fixation Devices - Tahsin Çolak, Aras Emre Canda
	e-TEP + TAR - Omar Yusef Kudsi, Volkan Özben
	Fasciotens and Botulinum Toxin Application - İlknur Erenler Bayraktar
	Negative Pressure Wound Hherapy (NPWT) for Open Abdomen Management - Fahri Yetişir, Berke Manoğlu
	NPWT for Enteroatmospheric Fistula Treatment - Tayfun Bişgin

ROBOTIC COLORECTAL SURGERY COURSE 16 May 2025 13:30-17:30 HALL ANTALYA - 1 Course Directors: Laila Rashidi, Bilgi Baca
Course Objective This course is designed into two sections. The initial didactic section will be focused on the essential concepts of robotic colorectal surgery by explaining the tips, tricks, and pitfalls to facilitate each step of the robotic approach. In the second session, the trainers will demonstrate critical key steps for different robotic colorectal techniques including right colectomy and low anterior resection and also teach the trainees to improve their robotic learning curve and proficiency. Final session is about hands-on exercises. Trainees are able to use robotic instruments and technology (vessel sealer, smart stapler, etc) on fresh tissue
Learning Objectives Trainees will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and comprehensive educational experience encompassing the details of robotic colorectal procedures, including docking procedures, proper port placement, dissection techniques, intracorporeal anastomosis, and advancements in robotic technology (firefly, vessel sealer, etc.) At the end of the course, surgeon will be familiar with robotic colorectal procedures, port placement, approaches, and the instruments performed robotically in surgery.
Who is This Course for? The robotic colorectal surgery course is planned especially for general surgeons who work in the field of colon and rectum surgery and will use the robotic platform in this field. Apart from this, it is aimed to participate in the participation of surgeons who are experienced in the field of laparoscopic colorectal surgery and want to use robotic surgery in this field or who have robotic colorectal practice and want to improve their experience and difficulties in this field.
13:30-13:35	Opening Speech and Welcoming of Participants - Laila Rashidi, Bilgi Baca
13:35-14:45	Technical Approaches to Colorectal Procedures
	Moderators: Laila Rashidi, İsmail Hamzaoğlu
13:35-13:50	Port Placement Philosophy and Docking Steps - Afag Aghayeva
13:50-14:05	Using Advanced Technology (Fire Fly, Smart Stapler, Vessel Sealer, Aspiration,..) - Abdulcabbar Kartal
14:05-14:20	All Types of Intracorporeal Anastomosis and Natural Orifice Extraction - Zaman Z. Mamedli
14:20-14:35	Robotic Surgery in Acute Care (Approaches to Complex and Emergent Cases) - Laila Rashidi
14:35-14:45	Q/A
14:45-17:30	Step-By-Step Deep Dive in Procedures (Pearls and Tricks)
	Moderators: Afag Aghayeva, Bilgi Baca
14:45-15:00	My First Case: Robotic Anterior Resection - Ahmet Rencüzoğulları
15:00-15:15	IMA Dissection and TME. How I Do it? - Amjad Parvaiz
15:15-15:30	Splenic Flexure Mobilization (Medial to Lateral/Lateral to Medial) - Tayfun Yoldaş
15:30-16:00	Mesocolic Excision in Right Hemicolectomy - Bilgi Baca
16:00-16:20	Future of Robotic Technology/Cost/Safety/Efficiency - Laila Rashidi
16:20-16:30	Q/A
16:30-17:30	Hands-On Session
	Trainers: Laila Rashidi, Bilgi Baca, Tayfun Yoldaş, Ahmet Rencüzoğulları, Afag Aghayeva, Zaman Z. Mamedli, Abdulcabbar Kartal
	- Virtual Simulator o Camera Control, Clutching and Switching Between Arms o Clipping, Energy and Dissection o Needle Control, Suturing and Knot Tying
	- Fresh Tissue in the Trainer Box o Docking the Robot o Resection By Using Vessel Sealer and Robotic Smart Stapler o Intracorporeal Bowel Anastomosis

BASIC RADIOLOGY FOR SURGEONS COURSE 16 May 2025 13:30-17:30 HALL İZMİR - 1 Course Directors: Gina Brown, Neriman Şengül, Bengi Gürses, Diğdem Kuru Öz
13:30-14:40	Imaging of Colon Cancer
13:30-14:00	Local Staging / Metastatic Evaluation: Modalities, Technique, Strengths and Limitations - Bengi Gürses
14:00-14:10	Question & Answer
14:10-14:40	Case Based Discussion for Clinical Decision Making
14:40-14:55	Coffee Break
14:55-16:40	Imaging of Rectal Cancer
14:55-15:10	MRI Anatomy of Rectal Mesorectal and Pelvic Compartments - Gina Brown
15:10-15:30	Rectal MRI for Initial Staging [Early and Locally Advanced Disease] - Bengi Gürses
15:30-16:00	Rectal MRI for Treatment Response Evaluation - Gina Brown
16:00-16:10	Question & Answer
16:10-16:40	Case Based Discussion for Clinical Decision Making
16:40-16:55	Coffee Break
16:55 -17:30	Imaging of Perianal Fistula
16:55-17:05	Basic Anatomy of Pelvic Floor and Sphincter Complex - Diğdem Kuru Öz
17:05-17:25	Interpretation and Classification of Perianal Fistula - Diğdem Kuru Öz
17:25-17:30	Question & Answer

MASTERING SCIENTIFIC WRITING AND PEER REVIEW: A COMPREHENSIVE COURSE FOR AUTHORS AND REVIEWERS 16 May 2025 13:30-17:30 HALL SİVAS Course Directors: Alaa El Hussuna, Ayça Gültekin
Course Objective This course provides participants with comprehensive skills for writing, evaluating, and reviewing scientific manuscripts. It covers the types and structures of scientific articles, ethical considerations such as plagiarism and conflicts of interest, and adherence to reporting guidelines. Participants will learn the fundamentals of manuscript composition, including crafting eKective titles, abstracts, and discussions, supported by interactive analyses of successful and unsuccessful examples.
Learning Objectives The course also addresses the peer review process, focusing on constructive feedback, professional development as reviewers, and recognition within scientific indexes. Methodological evaluation of various study designs, including observational studies, randomized controlled trials, database studies, and systematic reviews, will be emphasized. Through interactive sessions, participants will critically assess sample manuscripts, enhancing their ability to identify methodological strengths and weaknesses. By the course’s conclusion, attendees will be equipped to contribute to the rigor and quality of scientific publications as authors and reviewer.
Who is This Course for? General Surgery Research Assistant Doctors and Specialists
13:30-13:35	Course Objectives
13:35-14:45	Session 1: Introduction to Scientific Article Writing
13:35-13:50	Types of Scientific Articles (Research article, review, case report, technical notes, etc.) and Guidelines for Reporting - Murat Kendirci
13:50-14:05	Ethical Rules and Publication Ethics (Plagiarism, Conflicts of Interest, Data Manipulation, Etc.) - Ercan Gedik
14:05-14:25	Basic Structure of the Article: Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion and References - Murat Urkan
14:25-14:45	Interactive Discussion: Successful and Unsuccessful Examples - TJCD Editors
14:45-15:25	Session 2: Reviewer Process and Ethical Considerations
14:45-14:55	Steps of the Review Process and How to Write a Review Report (Positive and constructive criticism) - Ayça Gültekin
14:55-15:05	Useful Links for the Personal Development of Reviewers and Recognition of Their Peer Review in Scientific Indexes - Alaa El-Hussuna
15:05-15:25	Interactive Discussion: Successful and Unsuccessful Examples - TJCD Editors
15:25-15:40	Coffee break
15:40-16:30	Session 3: Critical Review of Scientific Manuscripts-1
15:40-15:50	Methodological Evaluation of Randomized Controlled Trials - Peter Christensen
15:50-16:05	Interactive Review of a Sample Manuscript - Peter Christensen
16:05-16:15	Methodological Evaluation of Database Studies - Ali Cihat Yıldırım
16:15-16:30	Interactive Review of Sample Manuscript - Ali Cihat Yıldırım
16:30-17:30	Session 4: Critical Review of Scientific Manuscripts-2
16:30-16:40	Methodological Evaluation of Delphi Consensus Studies 1 - Cihad Tatar
16:40-16:55	Interactive Review on a Sample Article - Cihad Tatar
16:55-17:05	Methodological Evaluation of Systemic Review & Meta-Analysis - Alaa El-Hussuna
17:05-17:30	Interactive Review on a Sample Article - Alaa El-Hussuna

HANDS-ON ENDOLUMINAL SURGERY (EMR-ESD) COURSE 16 May 2025 13:00-17:30 HALL KASTAMONU Course Directors: Richard Lawrence Whelan, Fevzi Cengiz, İlker Özgür
Course Objective Hands-on Endoluminal Surgery (EMR-ESD) Course aims to introduce new organ-preserving techniques in endoscopic dissection and resection of colorectal mucosal lesions. This course is a comprehensive training event organized with the participation of international and national experts to demonstrate the latest technological developments in advanced endoscopy. The course content will include teaching modules specific to EMR and ESD, and tissue resection and closure techniques will be practiced. Additionally, preliminary evaluation of lesions, patient follow-up and pathological analysis processes will also be covered.
Learning Objectives Participants will gain experience in endoscope manipulation by improving hand-eye coordination in hands-on sessions with ex-vivo animal models. Participants who completed the course will be able to: • Recognize and apply different tissue resection techniques. • Apply resection and suturing techniques using advanced endoscopic tools. • Know patient management after ESD and ensures patient safety. • Perform challenging resections by evaluating complex lesions. • Manage complications such as bleeding and perforation.
Who is This Course for? The course is designed for all healthcare professionals interested in Endoluminal Surgery (EMR-ESD), especially general surgeons, advanced endoscopists, colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists. The aim of the course is to improve the quality of patient care by providing knowledge and skills for clinical practice. It is especially suitable for participants who have experience in EMR and ESD indications, endoscopic polypectomy techniques, endoscope control and hemostasis methods in the lower gastrointestinal tract.
Course Application Requirements * Each group will consist of 2 (two) trainees. •Being under 45 years of age. •Being a member of TSCRS . •It is mandatory to successfully complete the Endoluminal Surgery module within the Virtual Academy Colonoscopy School of the TSCRS and apply to the course with the provided e-certificate. •Working in a public education-research or university hospital. One person from each center can attend the course. •Applicants must have polypectomy and EMR experience. The candidate must document that he/she has personally performed at least 400 colonoscopies per year with a letter from the institution. •Applicants are preferred to have Certificate of Competence by TSCRS or Turkish Surgical Association
Pre-Course Education 1.Participants must be familiar with the equipment used in endoluminal surgery before the course. 2.Before attending the course, participants must joint TSCRS Virtual Academy-Colonoscopy School- Module 11; Endoluminal Surgery section: “https://sanalakademi.tkrcd.org.tr/egitim/kolonoskopi-okulu"sample dissection video. They must also read the ESGE (European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy) recommendations: https://www.esge.com/endoscopic-submucosal-dissection-update-2022 and https://www.esge.com/colorectal-polypectomy-and-endoscopic-mucosal-resection-esge-guideline-update-2024
13:00-13:10	Course Introduction and Opening Speech
13:10-13:25	EMR and ESD Overview and Expectations From Trainees - İlker Özgür
13:25-13:45	The 7 Module Teaching System for Training Endoscopists - Richard Lawrence Whelan
13:45-14:05	Endoscopic Suturing and Mucosal Closing at Endoluminal Surgery - Michal Spychalski
14:05-14:30	Endoluminal Treatment for Early-Stage Colorectal Neoplasms: Debate with Case Presentations - Emre Görgün
14:30-17:30	Hands-On Course (ESD on Fresh Pig Stomach)
	Trainers: Richard Lawrence Whelan, Michal Spychalski, Emre Görgün, Fevzi Cengiz, İlker Özgür, Tahsin Dalgıç
14:30-15:00	Stations	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 1-2
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 3-4
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 5-6
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 7-8
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 9-10
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 11-12
15:00-15:30	Station	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 3-4
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 1-2
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 5-6
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 7-8
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 9-10
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 11-12
15:30-16:00	Station	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope Tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 9-10
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 11-12
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 5-6
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 7-8
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 1-2
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 3-4
16:00-16:30	Station	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope Tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 11-12
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 9-10
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 5-6
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 7-8
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 1-2
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 3-4
16:30-17:00	Station	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope Tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 5-6
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 7-8
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 9-10
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 11-12
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 1-2
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 3-4
17:00-17:30	Station	Trainers	Trainees
	Station 1: Scope Tip Control Figure Tracing	Richard Lawrence Whelan	Group 7-8
	Station 2: Endoscopic Suturing	Michal Spychalski	Group 5-6
	Station 3: ESD	Emre Görgün	Group 9-10
	Station 4: ESD	İlker Özgür	Group 11-12
	Station 5: ESD	Fevzi Cengiz	Group 1-2
	Station 6: ESD	Tahsin Dalgıç	Group 3-4
17:30	Feedback and Adjourn

ENDOSCOPIC HAND SUTURING COURSE 16 May 2025 08:30-13:30 HALL KASTAMONU Course Director: Michal Spychalski
Course Objective This in-person training organized by Olympus, combines theoretical and hands-on training focusing on endoscopic hand suturing using SutuArt. The training aims to provide insights around GI suturing options and benefits associated with through the scope suturing. The hands-on element on ex-vivo models will allow delegates to practice various suturing techniques guided by expert faculty.
Learning Objectives Understand the indications and techniques of mucosal defect closure Understand the various suturing techniques with Endoscopic Needle Holder • Apply resection and suturing techniques using advanced endoscopic tools. • Manage complications such as bleeding and perforation.
Who is This Course for? Experience endoscopist actively completing larger resections where suturing is beneficial for resection site closure accompanied by an experienced nurse. To optimise refining the suturing technique.
08:30-08:45	Course Introduction and Opening Speech
08:45-10:15	Indications and use cases for Endoscopic Hand Suturing
10:15-10:45	Recorded Case Discussions
10:45-13:30	Hands-on Demonstration on 4 stations

ADVANCED ANAL FISTULA AND OASIS SURGICAL TECHNIQUES 16 May 2025 13:30-17:30 HALL ANTALYA - 2 Course Directors: David Zimmerman, Sezai Leventoğlu, Fatih Yaşar
Course Objective This course provides participants with a hands-on learning experience focused on advanced surgical techniques for managing anal fistulas and obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS). Participants will gain step-by-step practical experience on animal and organic models, enhancing their skills in complex fistula repair and sphincter reconstruction
Learning Objectives • Acquire hands-on proficiency in advanced surgical techniques for anal fistulas, including • Fistulotomy or Fistulectomy with Primary Sphincteroplasty (FIPS) • Laser Ablation of Fistula Tract (LAFT) • Ligation of the Intersphincteric Fistula Tract (LIFT) • Rectal Advancement Flap • Master the repair of 3rd and 4th-degree obstetric lacerations and associated vagino-perineal injuries using organic models. • Understand procedural steps through continuous video demonstrations at each station. • Engage in real-time Q&A with expert trainers to refine techniques and deepen understanding
Who is This Course for? The target audience for the course includes surgeons and surgical trainees interested in learning advanced surgical techniques for anal fistulas and obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS). Participants will receive hands-on training using animal and organic models, gaining practical experience in complex fistula repair and sphincter reconstruction. The program is specifically designed for general surgery specialists with a focus on proctology and colorectal surgery.
Key Features • Continuous Visual Guidance: Step-By-Step Video Presentations at Each Station for Consistent Procedural Guidance. • Interactive Learning: Real-time Q&A with Expert Trainers During Practical Sessions. • Small Group Rotations: Personalized Feedback and Guidance, with Only 3 Participants Per Station.
13:30-13:45	Welcome and Course Overview
	Introduction to Course Objectives, Stations, and Structure - Sezai Leventoğlu
13:45-14:00	Station Orientation and Rotation Setup
	Explanation of the Step-By-Step Video Guidance System - David Zimmerman
14:00-17:30	Hands-On Rotations (6 Stations)
	Station 1: LAFT (Laser Ablation of Fistula Tract) - Ersin Öztürk
	Participants Will Use Laser Devices to Ablate Fistula Tracts on a Single Model, Focusing on Tissue Preservation and Effective Closure.
	Station 2: VAAFT (Video-Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment) - Özgen Işık
	Hands-On Experience with the VAAFT System, Allowing Participants to Treat Fistulas Under Direct Endoscopic Visualization on a Dedicated Model.
	Station 3: Multimodal Techniques - Çiğdem Arslan
	Station 4: Multimodal Techniques - Bengi Balcı
	Station 5: Multimodal Techniques - Timuçin Erol
	Techniques Covered: FIPS: Training in Excising the Fistula Tract and Reconstructing the Sphincter Complex. LIFT: Preservation of the Sphincter with Step-By-Step Guidance for Ligating the Intersphincteric Tract. Rectal Advancement Flap: Flap Creation and Suturing Techniques for Fistula Closure on a Single Model.
	Station 6: OASIS Repair (Sphincteroplasty) - İsmail Cem Eray
	Repair of 3rd and 4th-Degree Obstetric Lacerations and Associated Vagino-Perineal Injuries Using Organic Models, Focusing on Sphincter Reconstruction and Perineal Repair.

17/18/19 May 2025

SUTURING AND KNOTTING IN LAPAROSCOPY (TRAINEES) 17/18/19 May 2025 12:30-13:30 HALL KASTAMONU Course Directors: Fahrettin Acar, Cemil Burak Kulle
Learning objectives The course aims at providing practical training for assistants to improve their manual skills in laparoscopic colorectal surgical interventions, as well as laparoscopic and transanal excision, suturing and knot tying techniques with modular training boxes. - Practice in laparoscopic colorectal surgical interventions - Practice in suture and knot tying techniques
Who is This Course for? The course is designed for general surgery residents.
12:30-12:40	Introduction - Fahrettin Acar, Cemil Burak Kulle
12:40-13:30	Hands-On Basic Laparoscopic Training
	Instructors: Ersin Turan, Gürcan Şimşek, Şiyar Ersöz, Osman Bozbıyık, Erdinç Kamer
	First Entry Technique: Kii Fios and Veress Needle
	1. Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) a. Peg Transfer b. Precision Cutting c. Intracorporeal knot
	2. Advanced Laparoscopic Training a. Anastomosis b. Tissue Model
	3. Procedure Specific Exercises a. Appendectomy b. Colectomy