2nd international iNotes congress

Geneva, Switzerland - September 27, 2024

Welcome to the 2nd international iNotes congress

 

Dear Colleagues,

We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Geneva, Switzerland, for the Second International iNOTES Congress, taking place on September 27, 2024!

Join us as we immerse ourselves in the vibrant spirit of the NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery) community, where experts from across the globe will converge to exchange invaluable insights and experiences.

The inaugural iNOTESs congress held in Bonheiden, Belgium, in 2023 marked a pivotal moment in the advancement of the vNOTES (vaginal NOTES) technique within gynecology. In recent years, this momentum has continued to surge, bolstered by mounting scientific evidence demonstrating its safety and efficacy. Notably, vNOTES has transformed benign gynecological surgery by alleviating postoperative discomfort, shortening recovery periods, and reducing complication rates. Its
application has now expanded into urogynecology, pelvic oncology, fertility surgery, and breast surgery, heralding a new era of surgical innovation and patient care.

As the demand for proficiency in the vNOTES technique grows, so too does the emphasis on dedicated training centers, ensuring surgeons are equipped with the requisite skills to deliver optimal outcomes. Moreover, collaborative endeavors with other specialties, such as colorectal surgery, have fostered interdisciplinary dialogue and enriched the landscape of minimally invasive procedures.

Throughout the congress, we encourage you to seize the opportunity to forge meaningful connections and cultivate lasting relationships within the NOTES community. Together, let us cultivate a sense of unity and shared purpose as we continue to advance the frontiers of minimally invasive surgery.

We eagerly anticipate your presence at this momentous event, where knowledge will be shared, innovations lauded, and bonds strengthened.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to advancing surgical excellence.

We are looking forward to seeing you Geneva!

Warm regards,

Jean DUBUISSON & Jan BAEKELANDT

 

Unique Engagement Opportunities

We encourage participants to consider sustainable travel options, especially by train, to reduce environmental impact. For international attendees, a hybrid format is available, allowing virtual participation.

Organizing Committee:

Prof. Dr Jan BAEKELANDT
Imelda Hospital, Bonheiden, Belgium

Dr Jean DUBUISSON
Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland

Credits:

SSC: to be announced

SSGO: 6 credits

Important dates:

  • Opening of registration: March 28, 2024
  • Closing of registration: September 27, 2024

Registration fees:

Early fee before June 30, 2024:

  • Regular participant: 250 CHF

  • Intern: 150 CHF

Regular fee from July 1 to August 31, 2024:

  • Regular participant: 300 CHF

  • Intern: 200 CHF

Late fee from September 1, 2024 :

  • Regular participant: 350 CHF

  • Intern: 250 CHF

Visa for Switzerland

Visas for foreign nationals can be issued by the Swiss representation covering their place of residence. Please be aware that visa procedures usually take a long time. The documents necessary for a successful visa application are different for each country. It can be helpful to hand in supporting documents such as flight tickets, travel insurance prove or a hotel booking confirmation.

This page contains general information on who needs a visa for Switzerland and how you obtain it. Select your country and check, which embassy covers your region and where you need to submit your visa application form.

When applying for a visa for Switzerland, an invitation letter from the conference organization is required. To obtain this, please proceed as follows:

  1. Complete your registration, including payment, through the dedicated registration platform

  2. Send an email to the inotes@vitalis-events.com to request your invitation letter, including the following information:

    • A scan of a valid in-date passport including photo.

    • A short academic CV.

    • The correspondence address for the invitation letter, which must be the address of your workplace.

    • A short letter of support from your organization, stating that they support your participation in the 2nd international iNotes congress 2024.

    • If you already know your accommodation in Geneva, please send the details for this.

    • IMPORTANT: The full address of the embassy in your country that will process the visa application.

Please keep in mind that an invitation letter can only be requested, once your registration, including payment, has been completed. Kindly start the process in due time, as last-minute requests will not be processed.