General Information
The EHS invites you to the 2-day Intensive Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery Cadaver Course in Manchester, United Kingdom, 30 April – 1 May 2026.
This course is a part of the EHS Education Pathway. Read more about it here.
The EHS Advanced MIS Cadaveric Courses offer intensive hands-on training in advanced laparoscopic abdominal wall surgery. Designed for senior trainees and consultants, the course focuses on key techniques such as TEP, TAPP, Laparoscopic TAR, Sugarbaker, and Scola repairs.
Through expert-led introductions, case discussions, and step-by-step cadaveric practice, participants strengthen their skills in managing complex hernia cases and performing safe, high-quality minimally invasive procedures.
Programme
The Advanced MIS Cadaver Course course in Manchester is an intensive 2-day course. This course focuses on advanced laparoscopic techniques across various procedures. Participants will gain hands-on experience in
- Trocar entry and closure
- TEP inguinal hernia repair
- Umbilical TAPP
- Endoscopic Anterior CS
- E-TEP Ventral
- Laparoscopic TARÂ
- Scola repair for diastasis recti with small hernias
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The course is designed to enhance participants’ skills and knowledge in these advanced minimally invasive procedures. This Advanced course will be a combination of short introductions, case discussions, step-by-step presentations and practical skill training in the cadaver lab.
Faculty
All EHS courses are taught by highly skilled and experienced surgeons. Our faculty ensures that participants receive high-quality, hands-on training guided by leaders in the field.Â
The faculty will be added as they are confirmed in the programme.
Alexis Theodorou,
Greece
Yohann Renard,
France
Alix Donadiou,
France
Mette Willaume,
Denmark
Local Organising Committee:
Yohann Renard, Alix Donadiou, Antoine Vancon & Pierre Gueroult
Pre-course Materials
EHS courses are more than just on-site training — they’re a complete learning experience.
Before the course, participants gain access to comprehensive pre-course materials, including EHS guidelines, expert presentations, supplementary resources, step-by-step procedure descriptions, and surgical recordings.
You’ll also benefit from mentor feedback throughout and after the course, ensuring personal guidance and continuous learning.
With pre- and post-tests, you can track your progress and measure your improvement.
This blended learning model gives you access to expert insights, educational videos, and reading materials in advance — allowing you to arrive well-prepared, ready to focus on case discussions and hands-on practice during the course.
*Materials used in the skills lab or presented in introductions are sponsored by the industry partners supporting the EHS with unrestricted grants. For more information about our industry partners, please visit:Â EHS sponsors. The EHS Cadaver Course organisers emphasise that a variety of products, including those used in the courses, as well as other products, are suitable to achieve successful results in hernia repair.
Registration
REGISTRATION IS OPEN SOON! Please fill in the application form.
Only for EHS members.Â
Want to participate? Make sure you have documents and requirements ready. Please fill in the application form and submit it. You will receive information about the registration process afterwards.
Experience Requirements
- The course is suitable for Senior Trainees or Consultants
- Logbook Verification:
A logbook must be submitted for verification, documenting the participant’s experience as a primary surgeon unsupervised. The logbook should confirm the completion of the following procedures:
– Lichtenstein: 50
– TAPP: 40
– Rives Stoppa: 20
– TEP: 10
– Laparoscopic ventral hernia (V-TAPP, E-TEP ventral): 20 - Department Endorsement:
– Letter from the Head of the department or Supervisor that there are opportunities to further develop your skills in advanced MIS hernia repair - Submit all information via the form below.Â
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Application
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APPLICATION FORM
Course Fee
2-day course fee: 1350 EUR (excluding VAT)
Including VAT (20%): 1620 EUR
The registration fee includes:
Admission to the full course programme
Coffee breaks and lunch
Course Dinner on the first evening
Cancellation terms
Cancellation of registration must be notified in writing to CAP Partner at registration@cap-partner.eu. Cancellations postmarked before and on the date indicated below will be refunded 50% of the registration fee. After that date, registration fees are non-refundable.
Cancellation deadline: 26 february 2026.
If the course is cancelled due to other unforeseen events beyond the control of the organisers, the registration fee will be refunded after the deduction of expenses incurred by the course.
Location (Lab)
The course is facilitated in the Manchester Surgical Skills and Simulation Centre (MSSSC).
The MSSSC is located in the centre of Manchester and is one of only a few training centres in the country to offer cadaveric dissection using fresh frozen tissue. It has been a cornerstone of multi-professional learning, facilitating regional, national and international courses since 2012.
You can read more about the lab here.
Address:
Stopford Building,
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PT, United Kingdom
Find it on Google Maps here.
CME Credits
Opportunity to earn CME Credits
This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills while advancing your professional development in Abdominal Wall Surgery.
An application has been made to the UEMS EACCME® for CME/CPD accreditation of this event
Previous courses
The course is facilitated in the Manchester Surgical Skills and Simulation Centre (MSSSC).
The MSSSC is located in the centre of Manchester and is one of only a few training centres in the country to offer cadaveric dissection using fresh frozen tissue. It has been a cornerstone of multi-professional learning, facilitating regional, national and international courses since 2012.
You can read more about the lab here.
Address:
Stopford Building,
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PT, United Kingdom
Find it on Google Maps here.
