An in-hospital training program in gynecologic laser therapy.

Area of Science:

• Gynecologic Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Procedures
• Medical Education

Background:

• Previous success with a laparoscopic training program informed the development of a new initiative.
• Physicians require specialized training and certification for advanced surgical techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish a training program for gynecologic laser surgery.
• To certify attending physicians and residents in laser surgical procedures.
• To provide an alternative to external laser courses for professional development.

Main Methods:

• A structured program including didactic lectures and journal clubs.
• Supervised training sessions for attending physicians learning laser surgery.
• Simultaneous teaching and certification aligned with accreditation requirements.

Main Results:

• The program has certified 15 attending physicians and 5 senior residents to date.
• The training model facilitates independent surgical practice and peer-to-peer teaching.

Conclusions:

• The developed program is an effective method for introducing gynecologic laser surgery.
• This initiative serves as a viable and potentially superior alternative to traditional laser courses.
• The program enables simultaneous training and certification, meeting accreditation standards.