Conference Objectives
Describe new minimally invasive surgical approaches to orthopedic surgery Distinguish a robotic technique to colorectal surgery Identify a unique fetoscopic laser ablation procedure Identify the latest robotic assisted approach to reconstructive surgery Discuss nursing care for patients undergoing minimally invasive procedures Describe minimally invasive anesthesia for minimally invasive surgery Identify methods to prevent burnout
Conference Agenda
77:55 am Registration/Exhibits/Poster Presentations/ Continental Breakfast
Cindy Mahal-van Brenk
7:558 am Welcome
This 2013 nursing conference will provide the newest trends for perioperative professionals on the latest treatment and technology in minimally invasive surgery. The educational presentations will focus on various surgical specialties such as orthopedic, colorectal, plastic/ reconstructive, fetal surgeries. The current minimally invasive techniques and treatments will be featured and discussed. Location | Advocate Lutheran General
HospitalOlson Auditorium 1775 Dempster St. Park Ridge, IL 60068
Cindy Mahal-van Brenk, RN, MS, CNOR Executive Service Line Director, Advanced Surgery & Orthopedic Institute, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
88:40 am Minimally Invasive Total Hip Arthroplasty
Alexander C. Gordon
9:2010:20 am Breakout Sessions and Exhibits 10:2011:00 am Minimally Invasive Breast Reconstruction
Patricia Francois
Program Planners/Coordinators
Vicki Fahey, RN, BSN, CNOR Mark Klingler, CST Mary Higgins, RN, BSN, CAPA, Coordinator Dorothy Starostecki, RN, BSN, CNOR, Coordinator
Simon M. Adanin
Jessica D. Himstedt
Registration Information
Registration deadline
Friday, February 22, 2013