This course provides a comprehensive review of the essentials of laparoscopic suturing, from basic to advanced, in a dry lab setting. Didactics contain a variety of surgical videos highlighting a consistent methodology for needle introduction and setting, tissue re-approximation, suture management, and intra- and extra-corporeal knot-tying techniques.  The course will provide ample time for hands-on training in a dry lab environment under direct supervision by expert faculty mentors. The faculty will provide immediate feedback and one-on-one instructions based on your individual needs.  The course will employ the proprietary EMIGS LaparoBowl and Augmented Reality simulators to help you practice your suturing skills in a simulated pelvic environment.  Practicing the ipsilateral and the suprapubic techniques will be offered. More advanced techniques such as a baseball stitch, cinch knot and Roeder's knot will be demonstrated. Regardless of your skill level, this course will improve your confidence and competence in your next OR.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: 1) Detail different options for needle introduction, setting, and removal; 2) Demonstrate efficient techniques for tissue re-approximation and suture management; and 3) Perform intra-corporeal and extra-corporeal knot in an efficient and reproducible manner.

Course Outline
9:45 am Welcome, Introduction, and Course Overview
9:50 pm Introduction and Removal of Needle 

Needle Setting
• Intra-Corporeal Knot tying– Common Mistakes, Expert knot tying
Extra-Corporeal Knot Tying

Running Suture
• Dry Lab Hands-on
• Wrap-up
1:05 Questions and Answers
1:15 Adjourn