BECOMING THE SURGEON OF THE FUTURE
Turin, 23rd April 2026
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Join us for an exclusive Corcym event dedicated to the latest innovations in cardiac care.
Through insights on AI-enhanced decision-making, preoperative strategies, innovative technologies and advanced minimally invasive approaches for complex cases, this event aims to inspire and encourage surgeons on their journey toward becoming the surgeons of tomorrow.
Agenda
Moderators:
J. Zacharias (Blackpool, UK) – M. Di Eusanio (Ancona, IT)
09:00-09:15
Corcym Welcome
9:15 – 10:15
2025 ESC/EACTS Guidelines Update: Cardiologist and Surgeon Critical Perspectives
• Relevant changes in the treatment of aortic and mitral valves – M. Milojevic
• The cardiologist’s perspective – D. Miccoli
• The surgeon’s perspective – M. Solinas
• Open discussion
10:15 – 11:00
AI & surgical planning
• From surgery to AI and back – R. Margaryan
• Enabling the Surgeon Of the Future through mixed
reality – F. Piatti
11:00-11:30
Coffee break
11:30 – 12:30
Aortic Valve Replacement in the Robotic Era
• Perceval in Robotic AVR: Technique, Advantages
and Outcomes – E. Miskinyte, M. Kofler
• AVATAR – Transcervical Robotic AVR – F. Sutherland
12:30 – 13:30
Expanding MICS applications
• Raising the bar in Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery:
multiple valve procedures – F. Bakhtiary
• From training to practice: implementing the
Transaxillary approach – G. Bari
13:30 – 14:30
Lunch
14:30 – 16:30
Complex Cases in MICS Lessons from Experience
• Transaxillary mitral and tricuspid valve repair for
infective endocarditis – M. Di Eusanio
• Redo aortic surgery in MICS with Perceval: Strategy
and outcomes – S. Micovic
• New strategies for Endoscopic Bentall procedures
– F. Bakhtiary
• How to deal with Bicuspid Aortic valve – J. Wang
• Optimizing Outcomes with Endoscopic Techniques –
N. Granov
16:30 – 16:45
Wrap up and Closure
Logistics
Meeting Location
Argotec SpacePark
Via Luigi Burgo, 8
San Mauro Torinese (TO)
Accommodation
Art Hotel Olympic
Via Verolengo, 19
Torino
Dinner, April 23rd
Villa d’Agliè
Str. alla Villa d’Agliè
Torino
Privacy&updates
Portfolio
PercevalTM Plus LANCELOT
LANCELOT delivers enhanced hemodynamics through the integration of precision laser cutting and zero-pressure shaping.
Memo 4DTM
The right balance of rigidity and flexibility, with gradual saddle shape and AP diameter increase and Carbofilm coated to maintain physiological dynamic.
Optimized for MICS and featuring ReChord System.
Designed to simplify aortic valve repair and expand the role of aortic valve repair.
Internal and sub-valvular implantation.
Providing a standardized valve repair technique, applicable to most valve anatomies and mechanisms of aortic insufficiency.
Carbomedics mechanical valves combine decades of clinical experience with precision engineering to deliver trusted durability and excellent hemodynamic performance. The Carbomedics portfolio offers a broad range of solutions designed to ensure an effective fit in any anatomical configuration, including unique models such as the supra-annular aortic Top Hat and the Optiform mitral valve, designed for versatile positioning.
Bicarbon is a next-generation mechanical heart valve featuring curved leaflets and a slim titanium housing coated with Carbofilm, designed to deliver advanced hemodynamic performance and long-term results. Backed by over 35 years of clinical experience, Bicarbon is approved* for low-INR therapy, offering a proven and reliable solution.
Contacts
Lara Verzetti: lara.verzetti@corcym.com – +39 335 109 5592
Selene Zanelli: selene.zanelli@corcym.com