SAGES 2017 MEETING
Houston, TX
March 22-25, 2017
Program Chair: Horacio Asbun, MD
Program Co-Chair: Melina Vassiliou, MD
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Reimagining surgical care for a healthier world
Program Chair: Horacio Asbun, MD
Program Co-Chair: Melina Vassiliou, MD
To read the winning essays and to learn more about the award, visit
https://www.sages.org/essay-series-sages-2016-medical-student-scholarship-award-program/.
Here’s what our winners had to say on receiving a free registration to SAGES 2016:
This award allowed me to attend the SAGES conference, where I was exposed to a wide range of clinical and academic topics relating to minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery. I was exposed to many fascinating endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques, surgical procedures, skills training, and state of the art training tools and equipment. I was also paired with motivated young surgeons who were eager to serve as mentors and provide advice about how to excel in medical school, residency, and beyond. None of this would have been possible without this award. I greatly benefited from attending SAGES and as a result plan to be involved with this impressive organization for many years to come.
Congratulations again to our winners!
The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) will convene more than 2,000 surgeons at its annual meeting in March to advance quality patient care through education, research, innovation and leadership.The 2016 meeting will continue a long-standing tradition of strong didactic sessions by experts, combined with exploration of innovative technology and medical breakthroughs in the fields of general, upper GI, colorectal, endoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). This year’s meeting will be held at the Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center in Boston, MA, March 16th through 19th.
Chaired by Drs. Robert D. Fanelli and Thadeus L. Trus, the program for the 2016 meeting focuses on relevant clinical problems that surgeons encounter every day in their practices. New features this year include:
The exhibit hall will feature the latest equipment and instruments in the field, many of which are debuted at the meeting. Additionally, as part of SAGES mission to promote global collaboration and exchange of knowledge, multiple sessions will be webcast internationally to over 2,000 participants in partnership with other leading surgical organizations. A Mini Medical School for high school students, featuring video games that help decrease errors and robotic helicopters, will allow students to show that they have the “right stuff” to join the future ranks of laparoscopic surgeons.
For more information about the 2016 meeting visit www.sages2016.org or download the SAGES 2015 Meeting App from the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store or as a native Kindle Fire App.
If you’ve never been to a SAGES meeting, or if you are a devoted meeting attendee, SAGES 2016 promises to deliver! Unique features that make this THE meeting to attend include:
Boston, MA – One of the most popular and historic cities in North America has lots to offer; plan an exciting Spring getaway for your whole family.
Six Comprehensive Postgraduate Courses – PG courses include CBD stone management, SMART enhanced recovery implementation at your institution, advances in colorectal surgery for use by general surgeons, endoluminal bariatrics, hernia, and back by overwhelming demand, the safe cholecystectomy program.
Day-Long Program with Joint Armed Forces Colleagues – This 3rd annual Tri-service Military Surgical Symposium will showcase the best research of military surgical residents in the US Army, Navy and Air Force.
Joint Panel Sessions With Our Friends and Colleagues Across the Globe – Including “Hot Topics in Japan as Compared with the US” (Joint with JSES), “MIS in Endocrine Surgery: Thyroid and PNET” (Joint With KSELS), and “Program of the Americas – If I Can Do It, Should I Do It?”
Joint Sessions With Allied Health Colleagues – Bring your office, OR, and endoscopy nurses, surgical technologists, physician assistants and advanced practice nurses to take advantage of sessions planned jointly with our Allied Health colleagues, scattered throughout the meeting. Let our focus on team building benefit your patients and practice!
Friday Night Gala and Sing-Off – At the Royale Boston, this is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Boston.
Download the Apps – iOS and Android apps streamline your meeting experience.
https://www.sages2016.org/get-the-app/
The SAGES Masters Series – In-depth presentations grouped by topic that are offered by world recognized master surgeons, provide techniques and tips that you can use immediately to take your practice to the next level.
“All Video All the Time” – This tract features peer-reviewed video presentations running continuously throughout the main sessions.
Register Today
Pre-Registration Deadline:
February 12, 2016 at Midnight PST
www.sages.org/meetings/registration
Visit the SAGES 2016 Annual Meeting Website for More Details
www.sages2016.org
View the Advance Program
The SAGES 2016 Advance Program is now available in PDF form: SAGES 2016 Advance Program
Hotel Accommodations – Space Is Limited So Book Your Reservation Today
www.sages2016.org/travel-information/hotel
Download the SAGES 2016 App
https://www.sages2016.org/get-the-app/
Register for These Hands-On Labs at the SAGES Annual Meeting:
Wednesday, March 16, 1:30PM – 5:00PM
Thursday, March 17, 1:30PM – 5:00PM
Participants may attend a maximum of one Wednesday and one Thursday lab.
To register, proceed to Step 3 of the SAGES 2016 Meeting registration application.
Register Today!
Pre-Registration Deadline: February 12, 2016 at Midnight PST
www.sages.org/meetings/registration
Visit the SAGES 2016 Annual Meeting Website for More Details
www.sages2016.org
View the Advance Program
The SAGES 2016 Advance Program is now available in PDF form:
SAGES 2016 Advance Program
Hotel Accommodations
Space Is Limited So Book Your Reservation Today
www.sages2016.org/travel-information/hotel