RELIVE & LAB MASTERCLASS 2026
Course Outcomes:
- Master advanced laparoscopic techniques across GI, HPB, and Hernia surgery.
- Perform complex minimally invasive procedures with greater precision and confidence.
- Gain hands-on live tissue experience in advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to GI, HPB, and abdominal wall reconstruction surgeries.
- Develop expertise in modern hernia repair, including TAPP, eTEP, and TAR techniques.
- Strengthen operative decision-making through expert-led case discussions and masterclasses.
- Improve the prevention and management of complex laparoscopic surgical complications.
- Refine laparoscopic suturing, tissue handling, and advanced energy device utilization.
Overview
The RELIVE & LAB Masterclass 2026 is a two-day advanced surgical training program conducted on 18th–19th September 2026 at IRCAD India, Indore. Jointly organized by IRCAD India and Doctyn Academy, the program combines expert-led masterclasses, surgical video sessions, and intensive live tissue hands-on training across GI Surgery, HPB Surgery, and Hernia & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
About the Course
This intensive program is designed to help surgeons progress from fundamental to advanced laparoscopic techniques through a blend of lectures, video demonstrations, hands-on laboratory training, and interactive faculty discussions. Conducted at IRCAD India, the course provides practical learning in a world-class surgical training environment and includes a Certificate of Completion upon successful participation.
Program Highlights:
- Live Tissue Hands-On Training
Practice on experimental lab models — core and advanced modules across GI, HPB, Hernia and AWR. - Video Masterclass Sessions
Curated video-based demonstrations of tips, tricks and complication management by expert surgeons. - Expert Panel Discussions
Interactive round tables and debates covering controversies, case-based learning and key take-home messages. - Surgical Leadership Evening
An informal ‘Fireside Chat alongside Indori Chaat’ — leadership, communication and building surgical excellence.
Eligibility:
- MS/DNB Surgery, Practising Surgeons, Senior Residents in Surgical Specialties
Sample Certificate:
Course Director
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Prof. Dr.Jignesh GandhiSenior Director – Robotic, at Nanavati Max Super Speciality |
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Dr. Mahak BhandariAdvanced Laparoscopic, Bariatric & Robotic Professor, Sri Aurobindo Medical College & Managing Director & Pro-Chancellor, Vice President IRCAD India |
Faculty Board
| • Dr. Deepak Subramanian | • Dr. Sadashiv Chaudhary |
| • Dr. Dhananjay Pandey | • Dr. Sarfaraz Baig |
| • Dr. Mohit Bhandari | • Dr. Vani Vijay |
| • Dr. Rahul Mahadar | • Dr. Vishakha Kalikar |
| • Dr. Rajesh Shrivastava | • Dr. Vivek Bindal |
| • Dr. Nilesh Doctor |
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 49 Lessons
- 3 Days
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- Day 1 - 18th September, 20260
- GI - Gallbladder - Bariatric Surgery3
- Morning Masterclass Session | Upper GI and Colorectal Surgery9
- 3.108:00 AM : Achalasia Revisited: Mastering Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy – Dr. Rahul Mahadar
- 3.208:15 AM : Fundoplication Demystified: Selection, Technique and Long-Term Outcomes – Dr. Viishakha Kalikar
- 3.308:30 AM : Small Bowel Resection: Indications, Strategy and Technical Pearls – Dr. Sarfaraz Baig
- 3.408:45 AM : Right Hemicolectomy: Balancing Benign and Oncological Principles – Dr. Sadashiv Chaudhary
- 3.509:00 AM : Challenging Cholecystectomy: From Blue Sky to Black Storm – Prof. Dr. Jignesh Gandhi
- 3.609:15 AM : CBD Exploration: Beyond ERCP – Dr. Sarfaraz Baig
- 3.709:30 AM : Bariatric Surgery in the GLP-1 Era: Competition or Complement? – Dr. Mohit Bhandari
- 3.809:45 AM : Diverticular Disease: Contemporary Concepts in Laparoscopic Colectomy – Dr. Deepak Subramanian
- 3.910:00 AM : Coffee Break
- Video Masterclass | Complications, Tips and Tricks9
- 4.110:20 AM : When Hiatal Surgery Goes Wrong: Prevention and Rescue – Dr. Rahul Mahada
- 4.210:35 AM : Stapling Secrets Every Surgeon Should Know – Dr. Mohit Bhandari
- 4.310:50 AM : Energy Devices: Choosing the Right Tool – Dr. Deepak Subramanian
- 4.411:05 AM : Dicult Gallbladders and Bail-Out Strategies – Prof. Dr. Jignesh Gandhi
- 4.511:20 AM : Bile Duct Injuries: Prevention and Management – Dr. Sarfaraz Baig
- 4.611:35 AM : Enhanced Recovery Pathways in GI Surgery – Dr. Vishakha Kalikar
- 4.711:50 AM : Laparoscopic Suturing: Romancing the Needle – Dr. Mahak Bhandari
- 4.812:05 PM : Expert Panel Discussion and Key Take-Home Messages Faculty
- 4.912:20 PM : Lunch at the Institute
- Day 1 - Hands-on Session3
- 08:00 PM - Out of Indore (“Fireside Chat alongside Indore Chaat”)Beyond the Operating Room | Leadership, Communication and Building Surgical Excellence - Faculty and Participants0
- Day 2 - 19th September, 20260
- Hernia - AWR - HPB - Spleen1
- Hernia and HPB Masterclass10
- 9.108:00 AM : Pancreaticojejunostomy Simplified: A Reproducible Approach – Dr. Nilesh Doctor
- 9.208:15 AM : Cystogastrostomy: Minimally Invasive Solutions for Pancreatic Collections – Dr. Rajesh Shrivastava
- 9.308:30 AM : TAPP Repair: Building the Perfect Foundation – Dr. Mahak Bhandari
- 9.408:45 AM : eTEP Inguinal Repair: The Next Frontier- – Dr. Dhananjay Pandey
- 9.509:00 AM : eTEP Rives-Stoppa and TAR: Restoring Anatomy with Precision – Dr. Vivek Bindal
- 9.609:15 AM : Lateral Hernias: Expanding the Boundaries of eTEP – Dr. Sarfaraz Baig
- 9.709:30 AM : Subcostal Hernias: Addressing the Forgotten Challenge – Dr. Rahul Mahadar
- 9.809:45 AM : Understanding Abdominal Wall Anatomy Through the AWR Lens – Dr. Deepak Subramanian
- 9.910:00 AM : Laparoscopic Splenectomy: Tricks, Pitfalls and Rescue Strategies – Prof. Dr. Jignesh Gandhi
- 9.1010:15 AM : Coffee Break
- Advanced Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Forum7
- 10.110:35 AM : Choosing the Right Plane: IPOM, eTEP or TARzan – Dr. Rahul Mahadar
- 10.210:50 AM : Mesh Infection: Salvage /Explant/Reconstruct – Prof. Dr. Jignesh Gandhi
- 10.311:05 AM : Redo Hernia Surgery: Lessons from Failure – Dr. Rajesh Srivastava
- 10.411:20 AM : SCOLA and ePaR: Minimal Access Approaches for Ventral Hernias – Dr. Sadashiv Chaudhary
- 10.511:35 AM : Complex Incisional Hernias: Decision-Making Pearls – Dr. Vishakha Kalikar
- 10.611:50 AM : Faculty Round Table: Pearls, Pitfalls and Controversies – Prof. Dr. Jignesh Gandhi and Faculty
- 10.712:20 PM : Lunch
- Day 2 - Hands on Session4
- 11.1Experimental Laboratory- Live Tissue
- 11.2Advanced HPB and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- 11.3HPB Modules: 1) Liver Segmental anatomy & Principles of resection 2) Bilio-enteric Anastomosis 3)Pancreatectomy 4) Splenectomy
- 11.4AWR Modules: 1) Component Separation Technique 2) Posterior Fascial Closure 3) Transversus Abdominis Release (TAR) 4) Mesh Placement Strategies
- Grand Finale3
FAQs
This course offers intensive training in advanced laparoscopic GI, HPB, and Hernia surgery through lectures, video masterclasses, and live tissue laboratory sessions. Participants learn directly from leading surgeons while refining their operative skills and clinical decision-making.
This course is designed for:
MS/DNB Surgery, Practising Surgeons, Senior Residents in Surgical Specialties.
IRCAD offers: IRCAD training combines world-class infrastructure, expert faculty, and live tissue hands-on training in an immersive learning environment. Participants learn advanced laparoscopic techniques through real surgical scenarios, video masterclasses, and interactive discussions. The program follows globally recognized surgical training standards, helping surgeons translate learning directly into clinical practice.
Yes. The Participants learn advanced laparoscopic techniques through real surgical scenarios, video masterclasses, and interactive discussions.
Yes. Participants receive an IRCAD India Certificate of Completion. upon completion of the course.
MS/DNB Surgery, Practising Surgeons, Senior Residents in Surgical Specialties.
Due to the highly specialized nature of this program, featuring limited seats, global faculty, and hands-on surgical training infrastructure, all registrations are final and non-refundable once confirmed. This policy ensures that each participant receives a committed, high-quality learning experience.
RELIVE & LAB MASTERCLASS 2026
- Application Closes On - 11th July 2026
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