Originally posted March 24, 2024

I concluded an En bloc HoLEP course at Hill Clinic this week. The attendees included urologists from Venezuela, Costa Rica, and Italy. Some participants were returning students from previous years, while others were new to the technique.

We focused on the specific steps of the enucleation and mucosal preservation. I supervised the practical sessions and discussed case selection. The training environment allowed for direct feedback on the laser settings and tissue handling with the HoLEP technique.

Originally posted March 22, 2024

This time I am organizing the first Masterclass on prostate enucleation with the Centro Urologico Europeo group. The event will take place on 16 and 17 May 2024 at Hesperia Hospital in Modena.

I will be teaching the specific technique of prostate enucleation. The first 30 registrations are free. You can register on the Over website. We expect urologists to attend the sessions.

Originally posted March 13, 2024

This time I had an enigmatic patient in my HoLEP lists. I really don’t care much about size with HoLEP though.

The gland volume was significant, but I proceeded with the enucleation. The procedure went without complications. I utilized laser dissection for the removal of the adenoma. I focused on maintaining the apical dissection plane. The case was complex.

I documented the specific anatomical challenges encountered during the operation. The patient is recovering well with expected outcomes. The outcome was good.

Originally posted February 22, 2024

We hosted a group of visitors from Spain in our operating room. Over a six-hour period, we performed six En Bloc HoLEP procedures. The surgical team is trained and coordination is polished, which allows for excellent turnover and surgical times. We utilized the Quanta System laser during these cases. The visitors observed the entire workflow from beginning to end. This session demonstrated the efficiency of the technique when managed by an experienced team.

Originally posted February 4, 2024

I conducted a training session on En Bloc HoLEP at Hill Clinic in Sofia. Participants included colleagues from Brazil, Serbia, the Philippines, the USA, and Spain. The event involved the use of the Quanta System laser platform and was organized with Andromeda Surgical. We discussed the specific steps of the En Bloc technique during the practical session. The training took place over a full day of practical demonstrations and case reviews. I explained the indications for using Holmium laser in this specific anatomical approach. The group focused on technical nuances and operative strategies relevant to Holmium laser enucleation.

Originally posted January 25, 2024

Later today, I will present a semi-live HoLEP procedure for the audience at the Urotech meeting in Vienna, Austria. This presentation will demonstrate the technique in real-time, offering insights into the procedure's execution and outcomes.

Originally posted January 11, 2024

Today, I tested the new interface of Chat GPT. I found the Consensus app and asked a simple question. The answer was generated instantly. This is getting better fast.

I evaluated the response quality and checked the links provided in the output. I plan to use this for future case reviews. I shared the link with my team. We are observing the improvements closely in our clinical workflow. The information retrieval system is improving daily. The speed of the tool is notable.

Originally posted January 11, 2024

Today I explored the new show from Chat GPT. I found the Consensus app and asked a simple question. The system returned a summarized answer with cited sources. The quality of the response is improving quickly. I reviewed the references provided within the app interface. This tool assists in finding recent studies efficiently. The process takes less time than manual searching. I will continue monitoring the updates. The technology supports literature review tasks.

Originally posted December 18, 2023

I am watching my padawan, Dr. Georgi Georgiev, perform En bloc HoLEP at the Hill Clinic. He is performing at a top, international expert level, and it is moving to see how far he has come. I am very fulfilled by his progress and performance.

Originally posted December 18, 2023

I taught an En-bloc HoLEP course at Hill Clinic. The technique involved specific steps for en-bloc resection using the Holmium laser.

Attendees came from Chile, Mexico, and Brazil. We discussed the indications for this approach and the practical execution of the procedure. We focused on the anatomical landmarks required for safe dissection.

The group included new colleagues from these Latin American countries. We covered technical details regarding laser settings and tissue removal.

The session covered the En-bloc method for the participants. We reviewed patient selection criteria and postoperative considerations.

Originally posted December 15, 2023

I traveled to Thessaloniki to visit Dr. Andreou. We spent time in the operating theatre together. We performed En Bloc HoLEP procedures during this visit. The procedure involves the use of the Holmium laser for prostatic enucleation. We focused on the specific steps of the En Bloc removal technique in the operating room. This was a collaborative surgical session in Greece. The case demonstrated the practical application of the method. I discussed the technical aspects with Dr. Andreou. We completed the surgeries successfully. This visit allowed us to exchange surgical techniques.

Originally posted December 13, 2023

Today I received visitors from Ukraine and Lebanon. They came to review surgical cases. We discussed HoLEP techniques. The group included urologists interested in laser enucleation. I showed them recent procedures performed with the Holmium laser. We reviewed the operative details and outcomes. The cases involved benign prostatic hyperplasia treatment. It was a productive session focusing on technical aspects. I explained the approach for apical dissection. The visitors asked questions about the laser settings. We concluded the visit after reviewing the recorded videos. The discussions were focused on prostate management.

Originally posted November 28, 2023

We finished this month’s En bloc HoLEP course at HillClinic. We welcomed participants from Spain, Guatemala, Kuwait and Italy. Over the course of 4 days, we performed 34 HoLEPs. The focus was on the En bloc technique using the Holmium laser. Each participant practiced the procedure under direct supervision. We reviewed the surgical cases covering various prostate sizes and anatomical variations. The training concluded with a review of the key steps for safe and effective enucleation. The group demonstrated consistent progress throughout the week. This session allowed for detailed feedback on the dissection plane.

Originally posted November 24, 2023

Had another successful Teaching and Training (T&T) meeting. Kudos to the organizing team for making it happen.

Originally posted November 23, 2023

This time I hosted a group of Spanish urologists in our operating room. They came specifically to learn the En bloc HoLEP technique. We performed 6 cases consecutively, starting at 3 pm and finishing at 9 pm.

The surgical workflow was smooth throughout the evening. I acknowledge the excellent nursing team at ICUAurologia for their professional support during the operations. The anesthesia was managed by the team from Clinica CEMTRO and italfarmacoes.

The visitors observed the dissection steps closely and participated in the procedure under supervision. This session focused on the technical aspects of the en bloc approach. We completed all planned cases without complications.

Originally posted November 12, 2023

I was recently appointed as an Honorary Member of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Buenos Aires. Bernardo Nor9 provided assistance during the application process. The appointment is now official. The faculty is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 

Originally posted November 8, 2023

I traveled to Buenos Aires to visit the urology department run by Bernardo Noris. The facility is located at UroVivo. During my stay, I met with the clinical team to review their setup. I observed their workflow and discussed current protocols. The staff provided hospitality throughout the visit. I thank Bernardo and his colleagues for the warm welcome. The department operates with high standards in patient care. This trip allowed for direct contact with specialists in the region. We exchanged information regarding our shared practices. The visit provided an opportunity to meet with these professionals. The interaction was professional and productive.

Originally posted November 8, 2023

I observed a significant bladder stone specimen in the library of Hospital de Clinicas José de San Martín in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The stone was extracted from a young patient previously diagnosed with a hypotonic bladder. The case was displayed during recent activities at the institution.

The size of the stone was remarkable given the patient's age. I examined the material on site personally. The event involved a display of clinical cases. I noted the dimensions during the visit. I discussed the extraction technique with the colleagues.

Originally posted November 8, 2023

I performed a live HoLEP surgery today at UroVivo in Buenos Aires. The procedure was conducted using the Quanta System laser platform. I streamed the enucleation to an online audience during the event. The surgery focused on the anatomical removal of the prostate tissue using the laser. The broadcast was organized by the UroVivo team in Argentina. I shared the technical steps of the operation throughout the session. The case involved standard enucleation techniques with the holmium laser. It was a live demonstration of the procedure.

Originally posted October 29, 2023

Nice session in Sofia with visitors from Mexico, Croatia, and Valencia, Spain. We discussed many challenging cases and focused extensively on En bloc HoLEP techniques. It was a productive exchange with my new colleagues.