Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery represents one of the greatest advances in modern urology. For this reason, we offer an observational rotation program designed to give trainees a firsthand look at the clinical application of the various robotic systems currently in use (Intuitive’s da Vinci SP and Xi, Toumai, and FocalOne HIFU) in complex urological procedures, under the guidance of a team with extensive experience and international recognition.
Program Objectives
- To become familiar with robotic technology applied to urology.
- Observe robotic surgical procedures in real time.
- To understand preoperative planning, technical execution and postoperative follow-up.
- Participate in clinical and training sessions focused on minimally invasive surgery.
- To know the multidisciplinary approach in urological pathologies treated with robotic surgery.
Duration
Up to 3 months, adapting to the participant's availability and training objectives, in order to guarantee a personalized experience of high academic value.
Faculty
Dr. Javier Romero-Otero
Director of ROC Clinic and Director of Urology at HM Hospitales in Madrid. Referent in andrology, reconstructive surgery, benign prostatic hyperplasia and robotics.
Dr. Ricardo Brime Menéndez
Head of the robotic surgery unit at ROC Clinic and HM Hospitales in Madrid.
Dr. Juan Justo Quintas
Urologist expert in minimally invasive surgery and laser techniques.
Dr. Nahuel Paesano
Urologist with experience in uro-oncology and robotic surgery, focused on the comprehensive approach to the oncology patient.
Program Content
The program is structured to provide an intensive, observational clinical experience, with the following focus:
- Outpatient:Preoperative evaluation, surgical indication and follow-up.
- Live robotic surgery:Observation of procedures with different robotic systems.
- Clinical sessions:Complex cases, literature review and update on robotic techniques.
- Multidisciplinary approach:Participation in discussions with oncology, radiology and anesthesia.
Methodology
The program is based onpractical and immersive training, focused on direct observation of real clinical cases. Participants accompany our specialists in their daily activities, both in the office and in the operating room, integrating themselves into the team's daily flow of care.
Thiscase observationmethodology consists of:
- Direct observation in the operating roomof robotic surgeries (prostatectomy, nephrectomy, pyeloplasty, etc.).
- Accompaniment in consultationto learn about case selection and postoperative follow-up.
- Clinical and training sessionswith the surgical team.
- Discussion of real cases, surgical planning and review of results.
The approach is designed to offer arealistic, personalized and clinically valuable training experience, tailored to the level and objectives of the rotating professional.
Requirements
- Maximum duration: 3 months.
- Places are limitedaccording to availability in each specialty.
- Application at least 4 months in advance.
- Active involvementwith a health institution during the rotation.
Registration
Our clinical internship programs have limited places.
The ROC Foundation will carry out a selection process among all the applications received. If you are interested in applying for your place, please fill in the following form:
