Colorectal Surgery Fellowship Koç Univrersity School of Medicine
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to extend an invitation for you to join the Colorectal Surgery Fellowship Program at Koç University School of Medicine (KUSOM), Istanbul, Turkey, for a period of one month. This program, conducted under the auspices of the International Society of University Colon and Rectum Surgeons (ISUCRS), is designed to provide advanced training and experience in colorectal surgery under the guidance of our highly skilled and experienced surgical team.
KUSOM, Colorectal Surgery Unit is a leading center in Turkey, renowned for its expertise and innovative approaches to colorectal surgery. Our unit performs approximately 90% of colorectal surgeries using minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.
As a fellow in our program, you will have the opportunity to engage in the surgical treatment of a variety of conditions, including:
• Colorectal cancer
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Pelvic floor dysfunction
• Proctologic disorders
Throughout the fellowship, you will participate in preoperative evaluations, surgical procedures, and postoperative care, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in the latest techniques and technologies in colorectal surgery. Also, colorectal fellows may benefit RMK AIMES, a surgical simulation and education center at Koç University Hospital, to practice complex colorectal procedures in a realistic, risk-free environment using high-fidelity simulators. (for more information, please visit https://medicine.ku.edu.tr/en/education/rmk-aimes/) To ensure your stay is comfortable and focused on your training, we are pleased to inform you that your accommodation and meals will be provided by KUSOM. This will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the fellowship without any concerns regarding your living arrangements.
We are confident that this fellowship, conducted in collaboration with ISUCRS, will be an enriching and rewarding experience, providing you with the skills and expertise needed to excel in your career. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and supporting your professional growth.
Recipients: General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery specialists and residents.
Duration: 12 weeks
Requirement: The candidates must be an active ISUCRS member to apply.
Admission Fee: 500 Euro
We look forward to your positive response and to the opportunity of working with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Emre Balik
Chairman of the Department of General Surgery
Koç University School of Medicine.
Email: ebalik@ku.edu.tr
Post-Graduate Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery at Hospital de Braga, Portugal
The Colorectal Unity with the scientific support of CCEA (Centro de Cirurgia Endoscópica Avançada) and ISUCRS (International Society of University Colon and Rectum Surgeons) are proud to announce a 4-week postgraduate fellowship in colorectal surgery at Hospital de Braga.
The Colorectal Unit of Hospital de Braga is a leading Colorectal Unit in the north of Portugal, in the city of Braga. Laparoscopic surgery is used in approximately 90% of colorectal surgeries. A major objective of the unity is to treat colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor dysfunction, and proctologic surgery.
Objectives:
This fellowship provides participants with a comprehensive educational program that will enable them to:
- Understand colorectal oncology, operations, and perioperative care with a special emphasis on colorectal laparoscopy.
- Identify and manage pelvic floor dysfunction (pelvic organ prolapse and obstructed defecation), proctologic surgery, inflammatory bowel surgery, and diverticular surgery.
Program:
- Duration: 4 weeks postgraduate course at Hospital de Braga, Portugal
- Participants per course: 2
- There will be one day of work in a wet lab to perform laparoscopic sutures and anastomoses during the fellowship.
- During the four weeks, seminars are held weekly, covering surgical technique, perioperative care, and diagnostic testing.
Weekly Schedule:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| 8h – 14h | In Patients Ward Theatres |
In Patients Ward Seminars |
In Patients Ward Seminars |
In Patients Ward Outpatients |
In Patients Ward Theatres |
| 14h – 19h | Theatres | Theatres | Outpatients | Theatres |
Suitable Applicants:
General Surgery or Colorectal Surgery specialists, fellows or residents.
Application Fee:
Standart Fee: 2000 euros
- 50% discount for ISUCRS members
- Application fee from low & low-middle income countries (will be completely free and accommodation in Braga will be provided free by David.
For application see ISUCRS website or click HERE
Programme Organiser & Contact
Dean of postgrad program: Dr Joaquim Costa Pereira
Email: j_costapereira@yahoo.com
Other Post-Gradute Courses
- International Clinical Fellow
King’s College Hospital 6-12 months (Unfunded)
Supervisor Joseph Nunoo-Mensah - International Clinical Observer
King’s College Hospital 4-12 weeks – (Unfunded)
Supervisor Joseph Nunoo-Mensah - International Clinical Fellow
St Mark’s Hospital 6-12 months (Unfunded)
Supervisor Janindra Warusavitarne - International Clinical Observer
St Marks Hospital 4-12 weeks (Unfunded)
Supervisor Janindra Warusavitarne
