OB/GYN Fund of Gynecol & Min Invas Surg

The course is designed for students pursuing a surgical career who are interested in increasing their knowledge of pelvic anatomy and fundamental surgical skills with an emphasis in minimally invasive surgery. The student will complete a structured curriculum that includes pelvic anatomy, surgical instrumentation, surgical instrumentation, surgical energy, and fundamental laparoscopic skills. The student will participate in clinical activities including observation in the operating room one- and one-half days a week and will be involved in direct patient care two half days in outpatient gynecology clinics. The remainder of the time will be in self-directed study and surgical simulation skills. The student will be assigned a mentor from the Gynecology Division to supervise the completion of the course.