Intuitive Surgical Presentations delivered at the
da Vinci Mitral Valve Repair (dVMVR), February 23-24, 2007.

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  1. Welcome & Introduction of Faculty
    by Chris Rabbitt, Intuitive Surgical

  2. Course Overview
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  3. Lateral Robotic Approach
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  4. Pre-Op Hx, PE & ECHO
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  5. Value of the CT Scan
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  6. Patient Positioning
    by Alfredo Trento, M.D.

  7. Position, Prep and Drape
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  8. Endoscope Placement
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  9. Atrial Retractor Port Placement (Part 1)
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  10. Atrial Retractor Port Placement (Part 2)
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  11. Canulation
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  12. Why use the Endoclamp?
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  13. Lateral Robotic Approach
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  14. Diaphragmatic Traction Suture
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  15. Aortic Clamping & Cardioplegia
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  16. Options for LA Exposure
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  17. Review of Mitral Valve Techniques
    by Alfredo Trento, M.D.

  18. Anterior Leaflet Resection
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  19. The Posterior Leaflet
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  20. Annuloplasty
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  21. Final Steps
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  22. Postoperative Monitoring and Management
    by Alfredo Trento, M.D.

  23. Role of the Patient-Side Assistant
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  24. Patient Side Assistants
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  25. Concomitant Procedures During dVMVR
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  26. Other Right Sided Procedures
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

  27. Mulicenter Mitral Valve Study
    by J. Mike Smith, M.D.

  28. Pacing Wires
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  29. Lessons From The Learning Curve
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  30. Problems With Right Chest Issues
    by Doug Murphy, M.D.

  31. Special Cases
    by Leland Siwek, M.D.

The presentation(s) described is/are for general information only and is/are not intended to substitute for formal medical training or certification. Depiction of third-party products does not imply any endorsement regarding safety, efficacy, or indicated use. Procedure descriptions have been reviewed by a/an independent surgeon(s), who is/are not Intuitive Surgical employee(s). Intuitive Surgical does not provide clinical training nor does it provide or evaluate surgical credentialing or train in surgical procedures or techniques. As a result, Intuitive Surgical is not responsible for procedure descriptions. This material presents the opinions of and techniques used by the above surgeon(s) and not those of Intuitive Surgical. Depiction of third-party products does not imply any endorsement regarding safety, efficacy, or indicated use. Before performing any da Vinci procedure, physicians are responsible for receiving sufficient training and proctoring to ensure that they have the skill and experience necessary to protect the health and safety of the patient. For technical information, including full cautions and warnings on using the da Vinci System and third-party products, please refer to the product manual. Read all instructions carefully. Failure to properly follow manufacturer's instructions, notes, cautions, warnings and danger messages associated with equipment used may lead to serious injury or complications for the patient. While clinical studies support the use of the da Vinci Surgical System as an effective tool for minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary. (c) 2007 Intuitive Surgical.
 
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