A.T.L.A.S. 2026 | The Experience in Images
Date
8 al 10 de octubre de 2026
Certificate issued by the Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires.
Certificate
Contact Hours
55 Total Program Hours
The module is designed to strengthen the skills required to perform bariatric and metabolic procedures using minimally invasive techniques, integrating theoretical knowledge, surgical observation, and supervised hands-on training.
A lo largo de la experiencia, los participantes podrán:
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Examinar con rigor científico las diversas técnicas quirúrgicas que cuentan con el respaldo de entidades de prestigio global y nacional (como IFSO, SACO y AAC).
Identificar los criterios de inclusión, la optimización del paciente y el abordaje integral perioperatorio de eventos adversos asociados a la técnica de bypass y manga.
Perfeccionar la ejecución técnica y los principios fundamentales que rigen cada fase de los abordajes laparoscópicos de manera sistemática.
Fomentar la competencia psicomotriz mediante el entrenamiento en simuladores y especímenes orgánicos para consolidar las destrezas en cirugía metabólica y de la obesidad.
¿Qué obtendrás al finalizar?
Al completar el módulo, los participantes habrán atravesado una experiencia de formación que combina la observación directa de procedimientos, el entrenamiento hands-on y el análisis técnico de escenarios reales.
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Competencias técnicas: Mayor dominio del instrumental laparoscópico, las suturas manuales y mecánicas y las maniobras aplicadas a procedimientos bariátricos.
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Criterio quirúrgico: Una comprensión más profunda de las indicaciones, la planificación y las decisiones involucradas en cirugías primarias, procedimientos complejos y cirugías de revisión.
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Experiencia práctica supervisada: Entrenamiento progresivo en simuladores, tejido ex vivo y material cadavérico, acompañado por la orientación y devolución del equipo docente.
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Análisis de procedimientos reales: Participación en la observación y discusión de cirugías en vivo y videos no editados, con foco en los pasos técnicos y la resolución de situaciones intraoperatorias.
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Certificación universitaria: Quienes cumplan con los requisitos académicos y aprueben las instancias de evaluación recibirán un certificado emitido por la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Buenos Aires.
Live Bariatric Surgery
Location: Hospital Interzonal General de Agudos “Dr. Alberto Eurnekian” | Teaching Hospital affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires – View location
Live Surgery | Observership
08:00 · ATLAS Program Opening and Overview | Board Room
Distribution of surgical equipment and course materials. Presentation of the first case and selection of the surgical approach.
08:30 · First Procedure | Operating Room 2
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.
10:00 · Coffee Break | Board Room
Review of Sleeve Gastrectomy Tips & Tricks (minimally edited video).
Presentation of the second case and selection of the surgical approach.
10:30 · Second Procedure | Operating Room 2
Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.
13:30 · Lunch Break – Boxed Lunch | Board Room
Review of Sleeve Gastrectomy Tips & Tricks (minimally edited video).
Presentation of the third case and selection of the surgical approach.
14:30 · Third Procedure | Operating Room 2
Revisional Surgery: Conversion from Sleeve Gastrectomy to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.
17:00 · Break and Final Review | Board Room
Review of Sleeve Gastrectomy Tips & Tricks (minimally edited video).
Activity Schedule
Program Objectives
A.T.L.A.S. UNIVERSITY PROGRAM
TECHNICAL TRAINING IN ADVANCED LAPAROSCOPY AND SIMULATION
Precision, strategy, and surgical leadership through simulation
Faculty
Prof. Dr. Adrián Desidero
Academic Director | A.T.L.A.S. Program Director
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University Specialist in Digestive Surgery – University of Buenos Aires (UBA)
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Head of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Section, Hospital de Clínicas “José de San Martín”
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Director of the Specialist Training Program in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery – Hospital de Clínicas Site
Dr. Ariel Ferraro
Bariatric Surgery Module Coordinator
Dra. Clotilde Gancedo
Bariatric Surgery Module Coordinator
Dra. Anabela Sanchez
Bariatric Surgery Module Instructor
Dr. Gastón Mangone
Bariatric Surgery Module Instructor
The module provides intensive training that combines observation of live surgical procedures, laparoscopic simulation, and hands-on practice using ex vivo models under expert supervision. The program allows participants to review indications, perioperative management, and potential complications, while progressively developing practical skills relevant to procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and revisional bariatric surgery.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Specialists in General Surgery and Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, as well as fellows undertaking advanced training in these specialties.
UBA Certification
Certificate issued by the Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires.
Bariatric Surgery Module
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Location
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Dr. Alberto Eurnekian Interzonal General Acute Care Hospital | Teaching Hospital affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires
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Institute for Human Development and Health (IDHS)
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Dr. Sergio Provenzano Institute of Applied Sciences | Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires
About
A.T.L.A.S.
The continued expansion of bariatric and metabolic surgery, together with the increasing use of minimally invasive approaches, has created a growing need for professionals with specialized training in these fields.
The program offers intensive training focused on the development of advanced skills in minimally invasive surgery. It combines theoretical instruction with hands-on practice using dry-lab simulators, ex vivo tissue training, and the analysis of complex surgical procedures.
This training model is designed to strengthen psychomotor, technical, and cognitive skills in a supervised environment, while also connecting simulation-based learning with real-world clinical and surgical practice through interactive observation and critical analysis of live procedures.
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