Workshops

International Society for Experimental Microsurgery (ISEM) Workshops

Join Us During the ISEM Congress in Kanazawa, Japan! May 15–17, 2025

Workshop 1: Basic Aspects of Microsurgery

• When: May 15, 2025
• Duration: 2.5–3 hours
• Instructors: Drs. Yelena Akelina, Naomi Lammens, Alberto Ballestin
• Participants: Novice students (max 15)

Curriculum:

1. Master the working knowledge of the microscope, instrument handling, and ergonomics.
2. Learn basic suturing techniques using a plastic glove.
3. Practice basic anastomosis suturing on synthetic models.

Workshop 2: Advanced Aspects of Microsurgery

• When: May 16 or 17, 2025
• Duration: 2.5–3 hours
• Instructors: Drs. Yelena Akelina, Naomi Lammens, Alberto Ballestin
• Participants: Novice students who attended Workshop 1 or experienced surgeons (max 15)

Curriculum:

1. Refine arterial anastomosis techniques using cryopreserved arteries:
   • Two-stays method
   • One-way up method
2. Perfect venous anastomosis techniques using cryopreserved veins:
   • Two-stays method

Competition

• Showcase Your Skills!
• Prizes awarded to the fastest and most precise anastomosis with 8 stitches using 10-0 suture:

Workshop Participation Fee

Free（*ISEM2025 registration is required.）

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