FELLOWSHIP IN PEDIATRIC ROBOTIC SURGERY
The pediatric robotic surgery fellowship offers formal training in robotic-assisted methods particular to pediatric surgery. The program encompasses educational lessons, clinical experiences with pediatric robotic surgery setting, and guidance by seasoned surgeons. The participants will be exposed to robots, worked on, and operative processes, as well as, to case-based discussions to help them understand the practicality in pediatric surgery.
Batch starts on
Jan to Dec/ May to June
Course Duration
12 Months
Multimodal Program
Hybrid Mode & Clinical Attachment
Flexible payment
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FELLOWSHIP IN PEDIATRIC ROBOTIC SURGERY
The Pediatric Robotic Surgery Fellowship of the Medical Global Academy (MGA) is a prestigious opportunity that helps to improve the skills and expertise of surgeons specialized in minimally invasive surgeries on children. This is an intensive fellowship providing a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training with special attention to the challenges and the advanced techniques of pediatric robotic surgery. Fellows will acquire a comprehensive experience in the use of state-of-the-art robotic surgical systems specific for children. They will be working on complicated cases in different pediatric surgical conditions under the supervision of the leading experts. The program also promotes research and innovation whereby the fellows are encouraged to come up with new methods and help in advancing robotic surgery in pediatrics. By the culmination of the fellowship, participants will be proficient in the functionality of robotic surgery that is performed with precision that guarantees better outcomes and safety of their young patients.
What you'll learn
Foundations of Pediatric Robotic Surgery
Core Techniques and Procedures
Complex Cases and Innovations
Research and Development
Clinical Rotations and Practical Experience
Leadership and Education
Key Features
- Attending /Non-Attending Classes
- Clinical Observation Training in Nearest Hospital/Clinics.
- Free Study Material with recorded lectures
- Best Faculties (Super Specialists) of India
5. Library Access & Question & Answer Session
6. NAAC A+ University
7. 1 Year of Mentorship
8. Updated Curriculum
Course Curriculum
- History & evolution of robotic surgery
- Basic principles of robotic systems (Da Vinci, Versius, etc.)
- Pediatric considerations and patient selection.
- Problems with robotic pediatric surgery Ethics and law.
- Introduction to surgery ergonomics and the use of consoles.
- Robotic orientation and docking protocols.
- Practical work (suturing, dissection, knot tying) in dry lab.
- Pediatric case scenario simulation-based skill development.
- Diagnosing the malfunctions of robotic systems.
- Intraoperative conversions and safety measures.
- Robotic pyeloplasty
- Ureteral reimplantation
- Appendectomy and cholecystectomy
- Pediatric fundoplication
- Inguinal hernia repair of newborns and children.
- Multidisciplinary case planning
- Thoracic robotic surgery (lobectomy, repair of esophageal atresia)
- Pediatric oncological resections using robots.
- GI reconstructions and Hirschsprung’s disease surgery
- Surgical anorectal malformation with robots.
- Dealing with intraoperative issues and complications.
- Clinical rotation under the guidance of experts in a hospital.
- Scrubbing-in for live pediatric robotic surgeries
- Helping in complicated robotic processes.
- Live-time decision-making and operational planning.
- Mentor evaluations and maintenance of case logbooks.
- Clinical research study (original or review-based)
- Guidance on writing manuscripts and submitting journals.
- Presentation on national/international conference (not mandatory)
- Conclusion OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination)
- Fellowship Certificate Award and Viva voice.
- Robotic-assisted ureteroureterostomy
- Bladder diverticulectomy
- Treatment of vesicoureteral reflux.
- Pediatric nephrectomy & partial nephrectomy
- Care after surgery and catheterization.
- Pediatric anesthesia in robotic surgeries.
- Proper insufflation positioning and ventilation.
- Hemodynamic monitoring and fluid management.
- Pain management and recovery plans after surgery.
- Pediatric ICU coordination
- Signs and possibilities of robotic surgery in babies.
- Minimal intervention in birth defects.
- Limitations of the instruments and neonatal adaptations.
- High-risk neonatal robotic cases Team dynamics.
- Parental consent and ethical discussions.
- Best practices and methods of major pediatric facilities across the world.
- Innovations: single-port systems, AI integration, and telesurgery.
- Case studies from North America, Europe, and Asia
- Application of robotics in low-resource environments.
- Pediatric surgical technology of the future.
- Developing skills as a trainer and mentor
- Development of teaching modules based on simulation.
- Conducting workshops and training camps.
- Liaising with operating departments and commanding robot units.
- Introduction of robotic surgery in hospitals among pediatrics.
- Setting up a pediatric robotic surgery unit
- Budgeting, allocation of resources and ROI.
- Family communication and establishing trust with the families.
- Capstone project: full case report, technique video or innovation proposal.
- Final fellowship review and exit presentation.
- Mullerian anomalies controlled by robots.
- Ovarian cystectomy, oophorectomy, and torsion detorsion.
- Endometriosis excision in adolescents using robots.
- Fertility preservation techniques
- Multidisciplinary team in collaboration with pediatric gynecologists.
- Tongue base reduction with the use of robots.
- Airway tumors are accessed with robots.
- Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) robotic interventions
- Robotic tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (select cases)
- ENT teamwork and hybrid strategies.
- Typical intraoperative robotic complications in pediatrics.
- Conversion to open/laparoscopic techniques
- Robotic surgical error root cause analysis.
- Consent, documentation, and risk disclosure in pediatrics
- Discussion Case-based: what went wrong?
- Introductory design and engineering interfaces of robotic instruments.
- Innovations in miniaturization for pediatric surgery
- Hands-on with 3D printing for surgical planning
- Cooperation with engineers in terms of developing a tool.
- Make a proposal: Design a pediatric robotic tool.
- Pediatric cases Remote surgery and telestration.
- Surgical assistance and error prediction AI.
- Using machine learning to predict patient outcomes.
- Access to tele-mentoring and global pediatric surgery.
- Children and ethics of AI and robotics.
- Establishing own surgical brand and career portfolio.
- Contacting the international robotic surgical societies (IPEG, ERUS, etc.).
- Getting ready for international certifications and licensing.
- Composing grant applications and seeking fellowships.
- Career development and career guidance.
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Program Highlights
Duration: 12 Months
Format: On-line plus Clinical Training (Online Hybrid)
Clinical Exposure: Live robotic surgery of children.
Mentorship: Experienced pediatric robotic surgeons
Accreditation: CPD UK Certified
Mode of Learning: Flexible to practicing surgeons.
Program Structure
Phase I: Scholarly and theoretical Training (Online)
This step will build a solid base of the principles and technologies of pediatric robotic surgery.
Curriculum Focus:
Basics of robotic surgical systems.
Surgery of children anatomy/physiology.
Principles of minimal invasive surgery.
Selection of patients and preoperative planning.
Procedures and safety measures in the OR.
Learning Components:
Online interactive classes with faculty experts.
Taped lectures to be accessed at any time.
Online simulation of robotic operations.
Clinical wisdom and case discussions.
Formal study materials and resources.
Phase II: Operational & Clinical Training.
This step is concerned with practical skills training in actual surgical setups.
Clinical Training Includes:
Training on robotic consoles and practices through simulation.
Live pediatric robotic surgery research.
Guided exposure to operations.
Team work in surgery.
Core Surgical Exposure:
Robotic surgery in pediatrics urology.
Gastrointestinal robotic surgeries
Thoracic robotic interventions
Congenital anomalies.
Sophisticated suture and tissue manipulation.
Hands-On Surgical Experience
Training in collaboration with leading children’s hospitals and robotic surgery centers
High-volume surgical settings.
Live working practice and involvement in cases.
Training of accuracy, coordination, and intraoperative decision-making.
Assessment & Certification
Assessment at the end of the program.
MCQ-based examination
Fellowship certification accredited by CPD UK
Internationally acknowledged qualification in robotic surgery in pediatrics.
Eligibility Criteria
Pediatric Surgeons
General Surgeons
Surgical Residents & Fellows
Medical practitioners who have specialized in surgery.
Career Advancement
At the end of the completion, the participants will be able to:
Carry out robotic-assisted surgery in children.
Introduce state-of-the-art minimally invasive practice.
Improve patient outcomes and precision of surgery.
Develop skills in a high-tech, future-oriented surgical field.
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