Overview
The rationale for an international course aimed at gynaecology and clinical embryology professionals who want to acquire specific skills in reproductive medicine and biology is to meet the growing demand for specialized training in this area. This course offers a unique approach, as students will receive personal guidance from a tutor and engage in intensive hands-on activities to develop practical expertise.
The course aims to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge of reproductive medicine and biology, including assisted reproductive technologies, infertility diagnosis and treatment, genetic screening, and prenatal diagnosis. By combining theoretical and practical training, the course will equip participants with the skills necessary to provide high-quality care in their respective fields.
One of the most innovative aspects of the course is the personalized support provided to each student by a dedicated tutor. This mentorship will help participants identify their strengths and weaknesses and develop a tailored learning plan that meets their needs. Moreover, the intensive hands-on activities included in the course will allow students to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and develop their technical skills under the guidance of experienced professionals.
At the end of the course, participants will receive certification from an internationally recognized accrediting body, providing them with a valuable credential that can enhance their career prospects and professional reputation. Overall, this international course offers a unique opportunity for gynecology and clinical embryology professionals to gain specialized expertise and advance their careers.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge and practical skills in embryology techniques, including fertilization methods, embryo culture, embryo biopsy, and cryopreservation.
Participants will be able to develop and implement laboratory management and quality control protocols to ensure optimal conditions for assisted reproduction procedures and to minimize errors.
Participants will be able to provide effective patient counseling and support services to patients undergoing assisted reproduction procedures, including addressing emotional and psychological needs and providing accurate and clear information about procedures, risks, and outcomes.
Participants will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and legal issues relevant to assisted reproduction procedures, including informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical considerations.
Participants will be able to identify and handle rare and complex cases in assisted reproduction, including cases involving multiple gestations, genetic disorders, and complex medical histories.
Participants will be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients undergoing assisted reproduction procedures, including gynecologists, urologists, genetic counselors, and mental health professionals.
Overall, this advanced course aims to provide assisted reproduction operators with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide high-quality care to their patients and to advance the field of assisted reproduction.
Accreditation
This program will be submitted for CME accreditation to EACCME® (European Accreditation Council for Continuing for Medical Education).
Certification of competence (optional)*
This program is preparatory to the certification of competences to be attained after a specific exam once the course is completed.
The certification of competence for professionals in the field of in vitro fertilization (IVF) is crucial to ensure the highest standards of care and expertise in assisting couples and individuals with fertility issues. A comprehensive scheme for competence certification in IVF professionals aims to validate their knowledge, skills, and ethical conduct, promoting patient safety and the delivery of effective reproductive healthcare.
By implementing a robust scheme for competence certification in IVF professionals, the field can uphold the highest standards of care, protect patient interests, and advance the science and practice of reproductive medicine.
(*this exclusive scheme has been designed and realized by Artemide in cooperation with a major International Institute for Certification of Competence and Training)
Language
The official language of this live educational conference will be English.
Target audience
The target audience for this advanced course is assisted reproduction operators, including embryologists and clinical personnel involved in assisted reproduction procedures. This course is designed for professionals who have completed basic training in assisted reproduction techniques and are seeking to advance their knowledge and skills to provide higher-quality care to patients.
The course is open to assisted reproduction operators in various healthcare settings, including private and public hospitals, fertility clinics, and research institutions. The course is also open to professionals from different countries and regions, as it aims to provide an international perspective on assisted reproduction.
Participants in this course are expected to have a strong foundation in the basic principles of assisted reproduction techniques and procedures, including fertility testing, in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer, and cryopreservation. Participants should also have a basic understanding of laboratory management and quality control protocols.
Overall, this advanced course is designed for motivated professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in assisted reproduction techniques and procedures to provide the best possible care to their patients.
Partnership Universities
and Clinics
Federico II University of Naples
Centro Fertilità Assistita
International Hands-on Laboratory Management Activities
Female & Male Infertility
18 December 2023 - 31 December 2024
Video lectures
The participants can follow twelve on-demand video lectures by top experts, available on Med.E.A. E-learning platform.
Main Video Lectures
Lecture 1
Andrology basic
• Spatial and functional organization of seminifer tubule during spermatogenesis.
• Anatomy and function of the epididymis.
• Anatomy and physiology of the seminal vesicles, prostate and bulbourethral glands.
•The complete ejaculate
Lecture 4
Freezing and Thawing or Rewarming
• Freezing biodynamics
• Slow freezing and Vitrification
• Freezing and thawing media and cryoprotectant
• Freezing devices
• Fertility preservation (oocyte and ovarian tissue)
Lecture 2
Folliculogenesis
Carlo Alviggi, Italy
• Hormonal control
• Tips on protocols for ovarian stimulation including protocols for in vitro maturation (natural or minimal stimulation cycles)
• Oocyte maturation and morphology
Lecture 5
PGT-A; PGT-M and PGT-SR
Romualdo Polese, Italy
• The new PGT (Non-invasive NiPGT)
• Pros and Cons
• Embryo mosaicism and self-repair
Lecture 3
Embryo colture
• IVF lab: temperature role, the pH
• Embryo metabolism
Lecture 6
Quality Control
• How to set up the IVF lab
• The instruments: principal care and checking
• The Key Performance indicators (KPI)
• The witness
• The paperwork and certifications
• Quality controls and quality assurance
Advanced Video Lectures
Lecture 7
New frontiers of sperm selections
• What do they add to classic methods?
• What should be improved?
• AI and sperm selection
Lecture8
COC and oocyte quality
Giampiero Palermo, Italy
• Preparing for egg collection
• Sperm selection
• IVF
• Embryo culture
• Time-lapse system
• Embryo evaluation and selection
Lecture 9
AI embryo selection
• Improvements brought by AI in embryo selection
• Time lapse vs conventional incubation and AI
Lecture 10
How safe is it to freeze?
• DNA fragmentation
• Freezing without cryoprotectant
• What could be done to improve results
Lecture 11
PGT testing advancement and value
• NiPGT: is it worth it? How can it improve?
Lecture 12
Fisiology of fertilisation
Bran Dale, Italy
• Ovum PK
• Simulation of the human ovum collection procedure with PickUpSim™
• Embryo Transfer (ET) Protocols
Modules descriptions
The participants will be able to select the Hands-on they would like to register for.
Total days of the 5 modules (with the possibility of one additional module): 26 working days in 3 clinics CFA Naples; Genesis Day Surgery Caserta; the University of Naples and IVF red.
Module 1
Andrology
Duration: 7 days (working days)
• Physiology of the Spermatogenesis part two
• Semen analysis
Module 4
Embryology (3rd part)
Dates: to be announced
Duration: 5 days (working days)
• Fertility preservation
• Ovarian tissue cryopreservation
Module 2
Embryology (1st part)
Venue: CFA Naples; Genesis Day Surgery Caserta Dates: to be announced
Duration: 5 days (working days)
• Preparing for egg collection
• Sperm selection
• IVF
• Embryo culture
• Time-lapse system
• Embryo evaluation and selection
Module 5
PGT
Dates: to be announced
Duration: 5 days (working days)
• Transfer of human embryos and blastocysts: live observation of at least ten ultrasound-guided transfers performed with catheters of different types.
Module 3
Embryology (2nd part)
Dates: to be announced
Duration: 7 days (working days)
• Equipment set up
• Sperm selection
• ICSI
• Embryo transfer
Module 6
Clinical Module
Dates: to be announced
Duration: 5 days (working days)
• Ovum PK
• Simulation of the human ovum collection procedure with PickUpSim™
• Embryo Transfer (ET) Protocols
venues
Chairs
Faculty
Carlo Alviggi
Naples, Italy
Mina Alikani
Eatontown, NJ, USA
Elisabetta Baldi
Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria Careggi (AOUC)
Florence, Italy
Jacques Cohen
Hudson, NY, USA
Lodovico Parmegiani
Bologna, Italia
Romualdo Polese
Naples, Italy
Federico Regoli
Vicenza, Italy
Jonathan Van Blerkom
Colorado Reproductive Endocrinology Rose Medical Center
Denver, CO, USA
Full registration
Video lectures and Modules
3 participants per module
Module 1
1.800€ - 4 daysModule 2
1.800€ - 5 daysModule 3
2.500€ - 7 daysModule 4
2.000€ - 5 daysModule 5
2.000€ - 5 daysModule 6
2.000€ - 5 days (upon request)3 participants per module
10% discount
on the registration for 2 modules15% discount
on the registration for 3 modules20% discount
on the registration for 4 modules25% discount
on the registration for 5 modules30% discount
on the registration for 6 modulesAccess to the MedEA Academy E-learning platform
registration
Video Lectures
12 Video Lectures
Lecture 1
Andrology basicLecture 2
FolliculogenesisLecture 3
Embryo coltureLecture 4
Freezing and Thawing or RewarmingLecture 5
PGT-A; PGT-M and PGT-SRLecture 6
Quality ControlLecture 7
New frontiers of sperm selectionsLecture 8
COC and oocyte qualityLecture 9
AI embryo selectionLecture 10
How safe is it to freeze?Lecture 11
PGT testing advancement and valueLecture 12
How safe is it to freeze?Access to the MedEA Academy E-learning platform
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