New Perspectives In Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery Advanced Course
Course Outcomes:
- Understand advanced strategies in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.
- Apply robotic and laparoscopic techniques in liver, gall bladder, bile duct, and pancreatic procedures.
- Use intraoperative diagnostic tools such as ultrasound and advanced surgical devices.
- Perform key surgical techniques including hepatic pedicle dissection, cholecystectomy, and partial hepatectomy.
- Manage complex conditions like liver metastasis, HCC, biliary injuries, and gall bladder cancer.
- Assess minimally invasive approaches for pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery.
- Improve clinical decision-making and complication management in MIS hepatobiliary surgery.
- Gain exposure to global surgical standards and leadership in modern surgery.
Overview
The New Perspectives in Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery – Advanced Course is a 3-day program held at IRCAD India, Indore (15–17 May 2026). It is designed for experienced surgeons seeking advanced knowledge in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. The course focuses on modern laparoscopic and surgical approaches. It combines expert lectures with Pseudo-Live Operative Demonstration.
The program also includes hands-on lab training and case-based discussions to enhance surgical understanding. Participants gain exposure to procedures involving the liver, gall bladder, bile duct, and pancreas. The training takes place in IRCAD’s world-class robotic and laparoscopic facility. Upon completion, participants receive a Certificate of Completion from IRCAD India.
About the Course
This advanced 3-day course offers a deep dive into the latest perspectives in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. Designed for experienced surgeons, the program combines high-level theoretical lectures with Pseudo-Live Operative Demonstration, and hands-on live tissue training.
Program Highlights:
- World-Class Infrastructure: Access the same elite robotic and laparoscopic standards as IRCAD France.
- Pseudo-Live Operative Demonstration : Real-time demonstrations of both open and laparoscopic techniques.
- Keynote & Leadership : Insights into surgical leadership and the future of global surgical
standards. - Expert Strategy Sessions: Lectures on managing liver metastasis, HCC, biliary tract
injuries, and complex pancreatic complications.
Eligibility:
- MS (Master of Surgery)
Sample Certificate:
Course Director
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Prof Nicolas DemartinesMD, FACS, FRCS, is Professor of Surgery Emeritus and former Chief Executive Officer of the University Hospital of Lausanne (CHUV), Switzerland (2023–2024). |
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Prof.Shailesh V. ShrikhandeMS, MD, FRCS Eng (hon), FASA (hon), FACS (hon), FRCS Edin (Hon) |
Faculty Board
| • Dr. Amir Parray | • Dr. Deeksha Kapoor |
| • Dr. Kaival Gundavada | • Dr. Mayank Bhandari |
| • Dr. Nitin Shetty | • Dr. Sadiq Sikora |
| • Dr. Sanjay Govil | • Dr. Santosh Anand |
| • Dr. Sudeep Shah | • Dr. Sudhindran S |
| • Dr. Vikram Chaudhari |
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 48 Lessons
- 3 Days
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- DAY 1 – LIVER SURGERY - 15 May 202613
- 1.107:45 am - Registration
- 1.208:00 – 08:10 am – Welcome and Presentation of IRCAD India – Dr. Mohit Bhandari
- 1.308:10 – 10:30 am – Live Operative Demonstration – Robotic Donor Hepatectomy
- 1.410:30 – 10:45 am - Tea / Coffee Break
- 1.510:45 am – 12:45 pm – Technical Basis in Hepatobiliary Surgery — Principles of Safe liver Surgery
- 1.612:45 – 01:10 pm – Liver Resection: Extended Hepatectomy and Vascular Resections
- 1.701.15 – 01:30 pm – Management Of Liver Disease: Management of Benign Liver Tumors
- 1.801:35 – 01:55 pm - Strategy in Liver Metastasis
- 1.902:00: – 02:20 pm – Strategy in Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- 1.1002:30 – 03:00 pm – Lunch
- 1.1103:05 – 06:45 pm - Hands-on Session (Live Tissue – Mini Pigs) – Open Surgical Technique
- 1.1206:45 – 07:00 pm - Wrap-up and Discussion
- 1.1308:00 pm - Dinner in Honour of Participants
- DAY 2 – MIS HPB SURGERY - 16 May 202614
- 2.107:50 – 08:00 am – Evaluation of Previous Day’s Sessions
- 2.208:00 – 10:30 am – Live Operative Demonstration Chairs
- 2.310:30 – 10:45 am - Coffee Break
- 2.410:45 – 11:00 am - Patient Positioning, Port Placement and OR Setup in MIS Liver Surgery
- 2.511:05 – 11:25 am - Technique of Laparoscopic Major Hepatectomy
- 2.611:30 – 11:50 am – Robotic Living Donor Hepatectomy: Selection, Planning and Execution
- 2.711:55 – 12:15 pm - Robotic Liver Surgery: Expanding Indications and Future Direction
- 2.812:20 – 12:40 pm - Robotic Liver Transplantation: Current Status and Future Directions
- 2.912:45 – 01.00 pm – Percutaneous Ablation for Liver Tumors: Indications and Outcomes
- 2.1001:05 – 01:25 pm – Complications in Liver Surgery: Bile Duct Injury, Bleeding, Vascular Complications and Conversion Strategies
- 2.1101:30 – 01:50 pm - Post-Hepatectomy Liver Failure: Prevention and Management
- 2.1201:55 – 02:25 pm Lunch
- 2.1302:30 – 06:30 pm - Hands-On Session (Live Tissue – Mini Pigs) – Laparoscopic Technique (All Faculty)
- 2.1406:30 – 06:45 pm - Wrap-up and Discussion
- DAY 3 – BILIARY AND PANCREATIC SURGERY - 17 May 202621
- 3.107:50 – 08:00 am - Evaluation of Previous Day’s Sessions
- 3.208:00 – 08:20 am - Evaluation and Management of Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma
- 3.308:25 – 08:45 am – Management of Incidental Gallbladder Cancer
- 3.408:50 – 09:10 am- Bile Duct Injury: Surgical Approach and Principles of Management
- 3.509:15 – 09:35 am - Bile Duct Injury: Endoscopic and Percutaneous Management
- 3.609:40 – 09:55 am - Choledochal Cyst: Surgical Approach and Role of MIS
- 3.710:00 – 10:15 am - Principles and Technique of Biliary Anastomosis: Open, Laparoscopic and Robotic
- 3.810:20 – 10:50 am - Clinical Case-Based Discussion
- 3.910:55 – 11:10 am - Coffee Break
- 3.1011:10 – 11:30 am- Preoperative Planning for Vascular Resection in Pancreatic Cancer
- 3.1111:35 – 11:55 am Complex Pancreatic Resections: Vein Resection, Arterial Resection and Interposition Shunts
- 3.1212:00 – 12:20 am - Distal Pancreatectomy with Celiac Artery Resection (DPCAR): Technique and Outcomes
- 3.1312:25 – 12:45 pm - Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy: Technique and Outcomes
- 3.1412:50 – 01:10 pm - Robotic Distal Pancreatectomy: Standard, RAMPS and Spleen-Preserving Techniques (DPS, RAMPS, SPDP)
- 3.1501:15 – 01:45 pm – Lunch
- 3.1601:50 – 02:10 pm – Laparoscopic Pancreaticoduodenectomy: Positioning, Port Placement, OR Setup and Intraoperative Tips
- 3.1702:15 – 02:35 pm - Robotic Pancreaticoduodenectomy: Technique and Outcomes
- 3.1802:40 – 03:00 pm - Debate: Future of Laparoscopic PD in the Era of Robotic Surgery
- 3.1903:05 – 03:25pm - Surgical Leadership and Surgery for Tomorrow
- 3.2003:30 Closing Remarks – S. V. Shrikhande / N. Demartines
- 3.21Distribution of Certificates of Completion
FAQs
This is a 3-day advanced training program in Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic (HPB) Surgery, conducted at IRCAD India. It focuses on cutting-edge techniques in liver, gallbladder, bile duct, and pancreatic surgery, including robotic and laparoscopic approaches.
This course is designed for:
MS/DNB General Surgery graduates. Practicing surgeons, GI / HPB surgeons looking to upgrade skills, Surgeons interested in robotic & minimally invasive HPB techniques.
IRCAD offers: Global-standard robotic & laparoscopic infrastructure, Training aligned with IRCAD France protocols, Exposure to real surgical workflows and technology.
Yes. The program includes pseudo-live operative demonstrations showcasing advanced robotic and laparoscopic HPB procedures.
Yes. Participants receive an IRCAD India Certificate of Completion. upon completion of the course.
Applicants must have: MS (Master of Surgery) or equivalent qualification
Course Fee:₹1,50,000 + applicable taxes.
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.
New Perspectives In Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery Advanced Course
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- Application Closes On - 30th April 2026
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