Fellowship & Diploma in Endo-Urology
F.EUro / D.EUro — Advanced Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery Training
The Fellowship & Diploma in Endo-Urology (F.EUro / D.EUro) is a 14-day intensive training program designed for urologists and surgical professionals seeking to master open, laparoscopic, and robotic urological surgeries. This comprehensive course provides exceptional hands-on experience across a wide range of urological procedures, equipping participants with the skills and confidence needed to excel in modern urological practice.
Led by nationally and internationally acclaimed urologists, the programme combines academic learning with practical live-surgery exposure, wet lab simulation, and real-time operating room experience. The curriculum integrates the latest technological advances in minimally invasive and robotic urology — covering partial nephrectomy, radical prostatectomy, pyeloplasty, stone surgeries, and complex reconstructive procedures.
Programme Highlights
Course Faculty
Dr. Anurag Khaitan is a highly esteemed urologist and genitourinary surgeon known for his exceptional expertise in renal sciences, robotic surgery, and reconstructive urology. He completed his Master of Surgery at PGIMER Chandigarh and earned his MCh in Urology from AIIMS New Delhi — one of India’s most prestigious institutions. He was awarded the Diplomate of Genitourinary Surgery (DNB) by the National Board of Examination.
Dr. Khaitan has authored over 25 research papers in national and international peer-reviewed journals and contributed chapters to urology textbooks. He has presented at numerous global urology conferences and organised several workshops on genitourinary surgeries. He is an active member of various international urology associations and a recipient of the prestigious Dr. G.M. Phadke Travelling Fellowship from the Urology Society of India.
(AIIMS New Delhi)
(PGI Chandigarh)
Surgery
- Specialisation in Robotic Surgery, Prostate Cancer & Reconstructive Urology
- 25+ research publications in national & international urology journals
- Textbook chapter contributor in urology — used across medical colleges
- Dr. G.M. Phadke Travelling Fellowship — Urology Society of India
- Active member of multiple international urology associations
- Presenter at global urology conferences & workshop organiser
Theoretical & Didactic Sessions
📖 Foundation Modules
- Introduction to Endo-Urology & Ureteroscopy (URS) — Indications & Procedural Steps
- Introduction to Minimal Access Surgery in Urology
- Instruments, Equipment & Optics in Uro-Endoscopy
- Electrosurgery & Energy Devices in Urology
- Sterilisation Protocols for Urological Instruments
- Port-Entry Techniques & Pneumoperitoneum
🔬 Advanced Surgical Topics
- Endosuturing & Intracorporeal Knot-Tying
- Tips & Tricks for Safe Urological Surgery
- Open & Laparoscopic Nephrectomy — Partial vs Radical
- Management of Renal Tumours — Surgical & Non-Surgical
- Pyeloplasty — Open vs Laparoscopic Approaches
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) — Indications & Technique
Operating Theatre (OT) — Endoscopic Case List
- Diagnostic Cystoscopy
- Rigid Cystoscopy
- Flexible Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder Biopsy
- Bladder Tumor Resection (TURBT)
- Repeat TURBT
- Fulguration of Bladder Tumor
- Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Bipolar TURP
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate (HoLEP)
- GreenLight Laser Prostate Surgery (PVP)
- Visual Internal Urethrotomy (VIU)
- Urethral Dilation
- Ureteroscopy (Semi-rigid URS)
- Flexible Ureteroscopy (fURS)
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Laser Lithotripsy (Holmium / Thulium)
- Stone Basketing / Retrieval
- DJ Stent Placement
- DJ Stent Removal
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Mini PCNL
- Micro PCNL
- Ultra-mini PCNL
- Tubeless PCNL
- Ureteric Catheterization
- Retrograde Pyelography
- Antegrade Pyelography
- Endoscopic Management of Ureteric Stricture
- Endopyelotomy
- Endoscopic Stone Fragmentation
- Bladder Neck Incision (BNI)
- Bladder Neck Resection
- Optical Internal Urethrotomy
- Endoscopic Management of Ureteric Injury
- Endoscopic Hemostasis of Bladder Bleeding
- Endoscopic Clot Evacuation
- Endoscopic Foreign Body Removal (Bladder/Ureter)
- Endoscopic Management of Calyceal Diverticulum Stones
Day 11 — Live Surgery Wet Lab (Advanced Urology)
Session begins with OT gowning, safety briefing, animal handling protocol, and demonstration of pneumoperitoneum creation and port placement. Followed by intensive hands-on training under expert supervision.
- Diagnostic Cystoscopy
- TURBT
- TURP
- Ureteroscopy (Semi-rigid)
- Flexible Ureteroscopy
- RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)
- Laser Lithotripsy
- DJ Stent Placement & Removal
- Retrograde Pyelography Simulation
- PCNL Access
- Ureteric Injury Management
- Ureteric Stenting
- Visual Internal Urethrotomy (VIU)
- Bladder Neck Incision (BNI)
- Laparoscopic Nephrectomy
- Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy
- Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Ureteric Reimplantation
- Pyeloplasty
- Ureteric Anastomosis
- Urethroplasty
- Bladder Repair
- Intracorporeal Suturing Practice
- Watertight Anastomosis Training
- Laparoscopic proficiency evaluation
- Instrument handling assessment
- Suturing techniques test
- Problem-solving in simulated scenarios
12-Day Training Schedule
Sessions run 1st–12th and 16th–27th of every month. Click any day to expand details.
Morning Session — 10 AM to 2 PM
- 8:30–9:45 AM: Registration of participants & Tea Break
- Lecture: Introduction, Evolution, Principles & Future of Minimal Access Surgery
- Overview of MAS — definition, significance & advantages over open surgery
- History of laparoscopy & endoscopy — key milestones & pioneering surgeons
- Optical enhancements: HD cameras, 3D imaging; specialised instruments: trocars, energy devices
- Lecture & Live Lab Demo: Laparoscopic Instruments — proper handling & care
- Hands-On Training: Paper Cutting Drill (hand-eye coordination & precision)
2:30–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture & Live Lab Demo: Laparoscopic Equipment & Instrument Sterilisation
- Sterilisation methods: autoclaving, ETO, hydrogen peroxide plasma, chemical disinfection
- Proper instrument handling, maintenance & storage best practices
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 10 AM to 2 PM
- Lecture: Anatomy for Laparoscopic Surgeries (OT List shared a day prior)
- Urogenital anatomy — kidneys, retroperitoneal space, ureters, bladder, prostate
- Renal and pelvic vasculature — avoiding bleeding and organ injury
- OT/OR Session: observe and assist in live surgeries
- Hands-On Training: Cobra Rope Drill & TopGun Drill (bimanual dissection & depth perception)
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Afternoon Session
- Lecture & Live Lab Demo: Laparoscopic Port Positioning & Port Entry Techniques
- Closed (Veress needle) vs open (Hasson) technique vs direct trocar vs optical entry
- Patient positioning, abdominal wall assessment & complication prevention
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 10 AM to 2 PM
- Lecture & Live Lab Demo: Energy Sources in Laparoscopy (OT List shared a day prior)
- Monopolar & bipolar electrosurgery, ultrasonic energy (Harmonic scalpel)
- Advanced energy devices: Ligasure & Thunderbeat — principles, advantages & safety
- OT/OR Session: observe and assist in live surgeries
- 12:00–2:00 PM: Hands-On Training — Packing the Pole Drill (depth perception & instrument precision)
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Afternoon Session
- Lecture & Live Lab Demo: Endo Suturing
- Needle handling, suture selection, intracorporeal & extracorporeal knotting techniques
- Common challenges in endo suturing and strategies to overcome them
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and analyse complex surgical cases — real-time decision-making
- Focus on best practices and critical dos & don’ts in the OT environment
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: How to Create a Pneumoperitoneum
- Veress needle insertion, open (Hasson) technique, trocar placement, complication management
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in complex urological surgical cases
- Focus on real-time decision-making and surgical expertise
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture: Tips & Tricks of Laparoscopic Surgery
- How to Handle Major Complications in the OT
- Real-time laparoscopic decision-making, surgical ergonomics & precision techniques
- Crisis handling and structured problem-solving in the OT environment
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in live endoscopic & laparoscopic urological cases
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy)
- Port placement, Calot’s triangle dissection, anatomical landmarks & critical view of safety
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in complex urological cases
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch — Theory + Wet Lab
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: PCNL for Complex & Staghorn Calculi
- Indications, renal anatomy, access planning & instrumentation
- Calyceal puncture, guidewire placement, tract dilation & stone clearance
- Tract creation, stone fragmentation & complication management
Wet Lab Session — Stone Surgery Simulation (till 6:00 PM)
- PCNL access simulation — calyceal puncture & tract dilation on model
- RIRS simulation — flexible ureteroscopy & laser lithotripsy technique
- DJ stent placement & removal on surgical model
- Ureteric stenting & retrograde pyelography simulation
- Stone basketing & retrieval practice
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in live complex urological surgeries
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy — port placement, anatomical landmarks & adrenal mobilisation
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Laparoscopic Cystectomy — bladder cancer, dissection, organ removal
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Radical Prostatectomy — preservation of neurovascular bundles & oncological safety
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in live renal & urological surgeries
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Post Lunch Session
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Simple Nephrectomy — indications & technique
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Radical Nephrectomy — oncological safety & hilar dissection
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Partial Nephrectomy — kidney preservation & tumour excision
- Lecture | Live Lab Demo: Pyeloplasty — reconstructive steps & vascular control
- Hands-On in the Dry Lab till 6:00 PM
Morning Session — 8 AM to 2 PM
- OT/OR Session (OT List shared a day prior)
- Observe and assist in complex urological surgical cases
2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch Break
Wet Lab Session — Renal & Reconstructive Surgery (till 6:00 PM)
- Laparoscopic nephrectomy (simple & radical) on surgical model
- Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy — parenchymal resection & renorrhaphy
- Pyeloplasty reconstruction on model — Anderson-Hynes technique
- Laparoscopic adrenalectomy simulation
- Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy — step-by-step on model
- Advanced intracorporeal suturing in confined spaces
- Robotic-style wristed suturing adaptation practice
Full-Day Wet Lab — Advanced Urology Laparoscopy
- OT gowning, safety briefing & animal handling protocol
- Demonstration of pneumoperitoneum creation & port placement
- Pig Model: Diagnostic cystoscopy, TURBT, TURP, URS (semi-rigid & flexible), RIRS, Laser lithotripsy, DJ stent placement/removal, Retrograde pyelography, PCNL access, Ureteric injury management, VIU, BNI, Laparoscopic nephrectomy, Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy, Laparoscopic pyeloplasty, Laparoscopic adrenalectomy, Laparoscopic ureteric reimplantation
- Chicken Model: Pyeloplasty, Ureteric anastomosis, Urethroplasty, Bladder repair, Intracorporeal suturing, Watertight anastomosis training
Afternoon — Skill Assessment Test
- Evaluation of laparoscopic proficiency & instrument handling
- Assessment of suturing techniques & problem-solving in simulated scenarios
Morning — 10:30 AM onwards
- Hands-On Training in the Dry Lab — final practice session
- Skill Assessment Result announcement — proficiency in laparoscopic techniques & suturing
- Individual strengths & areas for improvement discussed with faculty
Convocation Ceremony
- Formal award of F.EUro (Fellowship in Endo-Urology) / D.E-URO (Diploma in Endo-Urology)
- Recognition of dedication, surgical skill & clinical excellence
- Group photograph with faculty & batch
- High Tea & Social Meet-Up — networking, experience sharing & professional collaboration
Dry Lab Focus — 37 Laparoscopic Skills Across 3 Levels
Perfecting laparoscopic coordination in the dry lab where focus fuels finesse, and every movement refines mastery.
🔶 Level 1 — Basic Suturing Skills (1–9)
- Simple Interrupted Suture
- Continuous Running Suture
- Figure-of-Eight Suture
- Intracorporeal Square Knot (Reef Knot)
- Surgeon’s Knot (Basic Two-throw Knot)
- Horizontal Mattress Suture
- Vertical Mattress Suture
- U-Suture
- Z-Suture
🔷 Level 2 — Intermediate Knotting & Closure (10–22)
- Aberdeen Knot (continuous closure termination)
- Slip Knot (Basic Sliding Knot)
- Modified Surgeon’s Knot
- Roeder’s Knot & Duncan Loop
- Weston Knot & Tennessee Slider Knot
- Continuous Locking Suture
- Baseball Stitch
- Purse-String Suture
- Lembert Suture & Gambee Suture
- Endoloop Application
🔸 Level 3 — Advanced Mastery (23–32)
- Melzer Knot & Modified Roeder’s Knot
- Continuous Interlocking Suture
- Subcuticular Continuous Suture (Intracorporeal)
- Transfascial Suturing
- Barbed Suturing Technique (V-Loc)
- Intracorporeal Suturing in Deep Pelvis
- Laparoscopic Bowel Suturing & Anastomosis
- Single-Handed Intracorporeal Knotting
🌟 Expert — Complex Reconstructive Skills (33–37)
- Advanced Intracorporeal Suturing in Confined Spaces
- Laparoscopic Ureteric Reimplant Suturing
- Laparoscopic Vault Suspension Suturing
- Robotic-style Wristed Intracorporeal Suturing Adaptation
- Complex Sliding Knot Variations Under Tension
Course Fee & Payment Plans
Convenient 3-instalment payment plan available for all participants. Fee includes tuition, training materials, wet lab, OT access & certification.
| # | Milestone | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Booking — Seat Confirmation | ₹5,000 |
| 2nd | Before course | ₹65,000 |
| 3rd | Before course | ₹80,000 |
| # | Milestone | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Booking — Seat Confirmation | $100 |
| 2nd | Before course | $1,500 |
| 3rd | Before course | $1,900 |
