Dr. Konstantinos M. Konstantinidis was the Chair of the 15th CRSA Robotic Surgery World Congress.
With The 15th CRSA Robotic Surgery World Congress was a resounding successin Rome, from November 21 to 23, 2024, in which all the latest innovations in surgical methods and in the field of medical equipment were presented. He was the President of the Conference the Dr. Konstantinos M. Konstantinidiswho is the President of the World Scientific Society for Robotic Surgery (CRSA), and Scientific Director, Director of the Department of General, Laparoscopic, Oncological and Robotic Surgery at the Athens Medical Center.
The 15ththe Robotic Surgery Conference was a meeting point for leading scientists, researchers and surgeons from all over the world, offering a unique platform to exchange knowledge, experiences and innovations in the field of robotic surgery.
The theme of the conference, entitled “Gems and Hints from the International Experts on Clinical Robotics and Surgical Innovation”, focused on the latest developments and practices in the field, covering a wide range of specialties, such as General Surgery, Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, and many others.
They had a special interest in Robotic Technology Forum and sessions devoted to complication management, diagnostic advances, and challenges of robotic surgery. The high scientific level of the presentations and the active participation of the conference participants confirmed the value of the conference as a leading event in our field.
The clinic of General, Laparoscopic, Oncology and Robotic Surgery of Medical Center of Athens with the Director professor K.M. Konstantinidis and his collaborators F. Antonakopoulos, P. Athanasopoulos, A. Ioannidis and M. Long. The group’s scientific work involved oral presentations and video screenings of robotic procedures for the pancreas, stomach, colon/rectum, hiatal hernia, as well as abdominal wall hernias. Clinic doctors also participated in various round tables and chairs in the areas of education, newest technologies, and rare and interesting cases.
THE Dr. Konstantinos M. Konstantinidis, President of CRSA and the 15th World Congress on Robotic Surgeryemphasized: “I would like to express my deep gratitude to all the participants, speakers, organizing committee and sponsors, whose support contributed decisively to the success of the Conference. Drawing inspiration from the knowledge and innovations we shared, we are committed to continuing our work to advance robotic surgery and upgrade global surgical practice.”
A few words about Mr. Konstantinidis
Dr. Konstantinidis has made significant contributions to academia and surgical education, striving to pass on his knowledge and experience to future generations of surgeons. He has published numerous papers and is a guest author on several books.
Today, Dr. Konstantinidis is the Scientific Director, Director of the Department of General, Laparoscopic, Oncological and Robotic Surgery at the Athens Medical Center, President of the World Scientific Society for Robotic Surgery (CRSA), Chair Professor of Surgery at Ohio State University, USA, Governor of the American College of Surgeons in the Hellenic Department, Professor of Clinical Surgery at the School of Medicine of the European University of Cyprus and Member of Academy of Master Surgeon Educators of American College of Surgeons.