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Sponsored byAAGLAdvancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide17th AnnualComprehensive Workshop onMinimally Invasive Gynecologyfor Residents and FellowsGrace M. Janik, M.D.Scientific Program ChairApril 12-13, 2008Hyatt HarborsideBoston, Massachusetts

Workshop DescriptionThis course is designed for residents and fellows interested in advancing their skills andknowledge in the fundaments of laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery. Rather thanfocusing on specific endoscopic procedures, the curriculum focuses on fundamentalskills and knowledge that are essential to laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgicalprocedures. Both didactic and hands-on laboratory sessions are used to teach differentmethodologies for tissue manipulation and dissection, the safe use of electrosurgeryand ultrasonic energy, laparoscopic suturing, techniques for tissue removal andmorcellation, and both diagnostic and operative hysteroscopic procedures. A fullspectrum of operative laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures including associatedcomplications will be critically reviewed using an interactive case-study format. Alsothe new spectrum of robotics in minimally invasive gynecology will be discussed anddemonstrated. The course emphasizes basic surgical principle Emphasizing riskreduction and strategic thinking to insure risk reduction and optimal patient care.ObjectivesFollowing this workshop, the participant should be able to: Understand patient preparation for endoscopic surgery Understand and apply methods to safely enter theperitoneal cavity Describe fundamental laparoscopic and hysteroscopicanatomy Understand how to effectively utilize electrosurgeryand ultrasonic energy Understand different methods for hemostasis, tissuemanipulation and dissection Understand the basis and methods for adhesionprevention Describe the components and optics of hysteroscopicinstrumentation Understand the principles for using hysteroscopicdistention media Perform intracorporeal and extracorporeal suturing Perform tissue removal by bagging and morcellation Utilize hysteroscopy for diagnostic and operativeprocedures Understand the requirements for utilizing robotics Understand how to reduce risk of laparoscopic andhysteroscopic complications

Saturday April 12, 20086:45am Registration7:30 Welcome/IntroductionF.D. Loffer/G.M. JanikLaparoscopy7:35 Preoperative Patient Preparation and Organizing theOperating RoomL.M. Roberts7:55 Laparoscopic Anatomy: Topography and RetroperitonealStructuresA.I. Brill8:30 Peritoneal Access Techniques and ComplicationsS.N. Morris9:00 Methodologies for Tissue Handling and ExtractionR.P. Pasic9:30 Q & A9:50 Break10:10 Energy Sources & Hemostasis: Biophysics and ApplicationsA.I. Brill10:40 Methodologies for Suturing and ApplicationsG.M. Janik11:10 Laparoscopic ComplicationsF.M. Howard11:40 Q & A12:00pm Luncheon Roundtables: Meet the FacultyK.I. Bajzak – General Ob/Gyn or Gynecology-Only Practice for theLaparoscopic Surgeon: What to Do?A.I. Brill – Techniques for Mass Tissue Removal During LaparoscopyA. Cholkeri-Singh – Best Techniques for Laparoscopic MyomectomyA. Disciullo – Laparoscopic Hysterectomy TechniquesR.J. Ferland – Techniques to Minimize Postoperative AdhesionsF.M. Howard – When I Use Laparoscopic Surgery to Treat EndometriosisK.B. Isaacson – Office HysteroscopyC.Y. Liu – Laparoscopic Surgery for Stress Urinary IncontinenceF.D. Loffer – How and When I Perform Endometrial AblationA.A. Luciano – Fellowships in Minimally Invasive SurgeryS.N. Morris – Special Considerations for Managing the Obese Patientsat LaparoscopyR.P. Pasic – Insufflation Techniques in LaparoscopyC.R. Rardin – Laparoscopic Pelvic Reconstructive SurgeryL.M. Roberts – Choosing Best Hysterectomy for Your PatientP.L. Rosenblatt – Laparoscopic Sacrocolpopexy and SacrocervicocopexyTechniquesRobotic Surgery – TBAHysteroscopy1:00 Preoperative Preparation (Patient, Uterus, OR)F.D. Loffer1:20 Operative Hysteroscopy – Endometrial AblationTBA1:45 Office Hysteroscopy–Complications of Hysteroscopy K.B. Isaacson2:10 Q & A2:20 Break2:30 Lab & Video Groups5:30-6:30 Meet the Faculty ReceptionSunday April 13, 20087:30am8:008:459:0012:0012:30pmBreakfast Lectures: Robotic Surgery in GynecologyBreakfast Lectures: Laparoscopic Pelvic Support SurgeryBreakLab & Video RotationsClinical Pearls from the FacultyAdjournTBAC.Y. LiuLab and Video GroupsAll attendees divide into Lab and Video Groups onSaturday, April 12th from 2:45 pm to 5:45 pmand on Sunday, April 13th from 8:45 am to 11:45 amVideo TutorialsEnergy ModalitiesOperative Laparoscopic ProceduresOperative Hysteroscopic ProceduresA.I. BrillA.I. Brill, C.Y. Liu, R.P. PasicTBASuturing StationCoordinator: G.M. JanikFaculty: K.I. Bajzak, J.M. Carver, A. Cholkeri-Singh, S.N. Morris,L.M. Roberts, P.L. RosenblattHysteroscopy StationCoordinator: K. IsaacsonFaculty: A.J. Disciullo, R.J. Ferland, F.D. LofferLaparoscopy StationCoordinator: A.A. LucianoFaculty: C.R. RardinRobotics StationCoordinator: TBAFaculty: F.M. Howard

General InformationHOTEL LODGING AND LOCATIONThe entire workshop will be held at the Hyatt Harborside. Therates are 155.00 for a single/double occupancy plus tax. Checkin time is 3:00 p.m. and check out time is 12:00 noon. Anyonestaying beyond the 12:00 check out time without Hyatt Harborside’sauthorization will be charged for an additional room night. Storageof luggage will be available though the hotel. To receive this specialrate please make your reservations no later than March 21, 2008and identify yourself as an AAGL Meeting attendee. If the roomblock is sold out prior to March 21, 2008 requests for rooms willbe on a space available basis at the prevailing rate. Cancellation ofreservation must be made by 3:00 pm Eastern Standard Time on theday prior to arrival to avoid a cancellation charge.The Boston airport hotel is an ideal base for travelers, offeringexceptional accomodations and service with amazing landscapes.Take in the truly magnificent views of Boston harbor and the cityskyline. Utilize our premier guest services including a full-servicebusiness center and state-of-the-art fitness center. Gain easyaccess to virtually anywhere in the city with a myriad of options likethe water taxi or take our complimentary 24-hour shuttle to airportterminals. Soak up Boston’s famed culture and recreation or visitthe financial district, all minutes from our Hyatt hotel near Bostonairport.Hyatt Harborside at Boston’s Logan International Airport101 Harborside DriveBoston, Massachusetts, USA 02128Hotel Telephone: (617) 568-1234 Fax (617) 567-8856The hotel accommodations offer the kind of pampered comfortyou’ve come to expect from Hyatt. Enjoy beautiful views throughtriple-pane soundproofed windows from newly redecorated king ortwo double bed guest rooms. Contemporary décor in a palette ofwarm earth tones and fine quality linens enhance the impulse to sinkinto thick down blankets piled on ultra-comfortable pillow-top HyattGrand Beds. Some of the many upgraded amenities at the Bostonaccommodations include luxurious Hyatt Grand Shower Heads andPortico bath products, dual line phones, Hyatt iHome Stereo withiPod dock, wirelesss internet access, premium broadband internetservice, digital thermostats for personal comfort, coffeemaker, andthe morning paper delivered to your door. You’ll experience theultimate in comfort and convenience at Hyatt Harborside.TARGET AUDIENCEThis educational program is designed for specialists in gynecologyand practitioners of women’s health care including gynecologists,fellows and residents.CONFLICT OF INTERESTIt is the policy of the AAGL to ensure balance, independence,objective, and scientific rigor in all sponsored educational programs.All faculty participating in continuing medical education activitiesare required to complete a conflict of interest disclosure form.This information will be printed in the postgraduate course syllabi.In addition, all participating faculty are required to disclose to theprogram audience any real or apparent conflict of interest relatedto the content of their presentations and must also disclose anydiscussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices.REGISTRATION FEESResidents in Training/Fellows (Member)— 275.00Residents in Training/Fellows (Non-Member)— 385.00*Resident registration MUST be accompanied by a letter from yourdepartment chair indicating that you are a Resident or Fellow intraining.Physician (Member)— 625.00Physician (Non-Member)— 885.00CANCELLATIONCancellations received prior to March 12, 2008 will be refundedminus 50.00 for administrative fees. No refunds will be made afterMarch 12, 2008. In the event that this course is canceled for anyreason, attendees will be notified of course cancellation no later thantwo weeks prior to scheduled dates and a full refund of the meetingregistration fee will be issued. Attendees will be responsible forcanceling their own hotel and airline reservations.ACCREDITATIONThe AAGL is accredited by the Accreditation Council forContinuing Medical Education to provide continuing medicaleducation for physicians. The AAGL designates this educationalactivity for a maximum of 14 Category 1 credits toward the AMAPhysician’s Recognition Award (AMA/PRA). Each physician shouldclaim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the activity.Registrants must sign in daily to receive CME credits.AIR TRANSPORTATIONAmerican Airlines offers AAGL attendees special MEETINGSAVER FARES. To take advantage of these exclusive low fares,you must purchase your ticket up to seven days prior to departure.Call the special Meeting Services Desk toll free from anywherein the USA and Canada, seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. —12:00 midnight, Central Time at (800) 433-1790, Index #19411,Authorization #A1217ST.AIR RESERVATIONSLaguna Travel has been appointed as the official travel agent forthe 17th Annual Comprehensive Workshop on Minimally InvasiveGynecology for Residents and Fellows. Attendees are able tomake reservations on any airline through this agency and theirrepresentatives will assist you in obtaining the lowest fare possiblefor your travel preference and schedule. To take advantage of thisinvaluable service, please call:Laguna TravelPh: (562) 945-3801 or (800) 270-6678Fax: (562) 693-4897Email: tabby@lagunatravel.netINFORMATIONFor further inquiries, please contact the AAGL office at:6757 Katella Ave., Cypress, CA 90630-5105 USA.Ph: (800) 554-2245 or (714) 503-6200Fax: (714) 503-6201 or (714) 503-6202E-mail: generalmail@aagl.org Web Site: www.aagl.org