What bariatric procedures are covered in this orientation?

The orientation covers sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass principles, patient selection criteria and the metabolic basis of bariatric surgery.

Who teaches the Bariatric Surgery orientation?

Dr. Vikrant Sharma (FACS USA, FNB MAS, Fellowship in Revision Bariatric Surgery, Belgium) leads the Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Orientation at Solace Training Academy.

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Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Orientation

3 Day Orientation · Orientation programme introducing bariatric and metabolic surgery principles and core operative technique.

Overview

Orientation programme introducing bariatric and metabolic surgery principles and core operative technique.

Eligibility

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Open to MS/DNB (General Surgery) qualified doctors and final-year residents. Foundation track requires no prior laparoscopic experience; advanced and oncosurgery tracks require documented basic laparoscopic caseload.

Day-wise curriculum

Day 1

Patient selection & principles

Pre-operative assessment, procedure selection criteria.

Day 2

Observed & assisted cases

Shadowing and assisting on live bariatric procedures.

Day 3

Case discussion & review

Case-based review and outcomes discussion.

Certification

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On completion, trainees receive a Solace Training Academy certificate of participation, signed by the pillar director, naming the programme, dates, and hours of hands-on exposure completed.

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