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ForwardAdvances in Minimally Invasive General Surgery (MIGS) Symposium
Target Audience
Physicians and APPs, including:
- Surgeons (general surgeons, thoracic surgeons, surgical residents and fellows)
- Gastroenterologists
- Primary care providers
- Advanced practice providers and other allied health professionals
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Cite the national recommendations for the management of achalasia, gastroparesis, and complex foregut complications.
Describe the surgical approach options and mesh repair options for hernias, with considerations for patient preference, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, outcomes, and evidence-based guidelines.
Explain the concept of "failure to rescue" and its impact on patients and hospital systems and identify strategies to address it. - Describe the surgical approach options and mesh repair options for hernias, with considerations for patient preference, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, outcomes, and evidence-based guidelines.
- Explain the concept of "failure to rescue" and its impact on patients and hospital systems and identify strategies to address it.
The symposium will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Please see below for the program schedule or
The symposium will take place at the St. Norbert College in the FK Bemis Conference Center.
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING: Please park in the parking lot off Grant street between Third and Fourth Streets in lot P11 or P14.
MCW-GREEN BAY MAP: 
MCW-Green Bay, Parking & Entrance Map.pdf
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE: Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all Medical College of Wisconsin sponsored events. If you require special accommodations in order to attend this event, please contact Theresa Neitzel at (414) 955-1829 or surgeryevents@mcw.edu.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Theresa Neitzel at (414) 955-1829 or surgeryevents@mcw.edu.
Travel
Visit the Discover Green Bay webpage for a guide to local resources including hotels. Attendees are directed to book their own accommodations as necessary if they are traveling to the area; a room block is not available for this event.
Name | Company | Role |
| Amir Ghaferi, MD, MSc, MBA (Speaker) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Researcher |
Matthew Goldblatt, MD | WL Gore Medtronic Intuitive Surgical | Consultant, Researcher Consultant, Researcher Speaking or Teaching |
Jon Gould, MD, MBA | Ethicon Medtronic | Advisory Committee Speaking or Teaching |
| Andrew Kastenmeier, MD | Gore | Speaking or Teaching |
Available Credit
- 5.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
- 5.50 Hours of ParticipationHours of Participation credit.
Price
REGISTRATION:
Register at ocpe.mcw.edu. If you don’t have an account, click “Create New Visitor Account” in the lower right corner. Once your account is created, select 2024 Advances in Minimally Invasive General Surgery (MIGS) Symposium under “Featured Courses,” register, and follow the prompts.
All registrations will be assessed $5.00 non-refundable processing fee.
PLEASE NOTE! The billing address entered upon checkout must match the billing address on the credit card you will be using to pay for this course. MCW accepts MasterCard, VISA and Discover card. For a more user-friendly registration and payment experience, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox are the recommended web browsers.
FEES:
Fees include registration, CME certification, breakfast, and lunch. Register on or before August 30th to receive an early bird discount!
† FEE WAIVERS:
Fee waivers are available on a case-by-case basis. If you would like to attend and the registration fee would cause a hardship for you or your family, please request a fee waiver by contacting surgeryevents@mcw.edu.
* TRAINEE REGISTRATION:
For complimentary trainee registration, please contact Theresa Neitzel (414-955-1829) or email surgeryevents@mcw.edu.
REFUND POLICY:
Cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations postmarked September 13 or earlier will be fully refunded. No refunds are available for cancellations postmarked after September 13.
Registration scams:
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