Infertility/Erectile Dysfunction
Peter Chan, MD
McGill University Health Center
Marc Goldstein, MD
Weill Cornell Medicine/New York Presbyterian Hospital
Mark Sigman, MD
Chief of Urology
Brown University
Course Description: With the increase in the access and technological advances in assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection, the demand for reproductive care to optimize the reproductive status of the male partner in infertile couples has been on the rise globally. From varicocelectomy and reconstruction with vasovasostomy and vasoepididymostomy to various sperm retrieval techniques such as testicular sperm aspiration, percutaneous epididymal sperm aspiration, microsurgical epididymal sperm aspiration and microdissection, surgery remains the foundation of urological management for male infertility. Using a series of high-quality, award-winning video footage along with a live description by a panel of experts to illustrate details and subtleties of a wide range of male reproductive surgeries, this course will allow participants to acquire tips and pearls to improve their surgical skills in a time-efficient manner. This course is designed for urologists at all levels of expertise. Whether you are experienced urologists in reproductive medicine, general urologists planning to expand your surgical armamentarium or trainees in urology, we are certain that you can greatly benefit from this course in advancing your surgical skills for male infertility management.