DR RAJ NAGARKAR LEADS MASTER CLASS ON ROBOTIC SURGERY FOR POSTGRADUATES AT MASICON 2024 IN NASHIK

At the recently concluded 3-day event, MASICON hosted by the Maharashtra State chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) in the city, Prof Dr Raj Nagarkar, Chief of Surgical Oncology & Robotic Services at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre (HCGMCC) in Nashik, conducted an exclusive master class on Robotic Surgery.

The session catered to postgraduate general surgery students and attending surgeons providing them with comprehensive insights into critical analysis of indications, multidisciplinary patient management, surgical techniques and operative procedures.

Dr Nagarkar's highlight was a live demonstration of a Low Anterior Resection (LAR) utilizing a minimally invasive robotic technique, which included lateral node dissection. This impressive showcase was witnessed by over 2000 attendees, both in-person and virtually. Dr Raj Nagarkar recently set a new world record by performing a thousand robotic-assisted surgeries within a span of only fifty months or four years.

The event took place in Nashik from February 8th to February 11th, 2024; and saw the participation of numerous distinguished surgeons from across Maharashtra. With the objective of enhancing medical surgical education, the conference facilitated engagement in scientific programs and discussions. "It was a fantastic experience for my team and me to participate in this largescale event gathering surgeons from across the State. The fact that it took place in Nashik this year made it even more special.