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Bariatric Surgery Symposium – Belgrade, May 23, 2025

26 May 2025
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Bariatric Surgery Symposium
– Belgrade, May 23, 2025

We invite you to the Bariatric Surgery Symposium, which will take place on May 23, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Belgrade, featuring leading national experts. This unique event is dedicated to the latest trends in the surgical treatment of obesity, sharing experiences, and enhancing professional knowledge and practice. Join us and be part of significant innovations shaping the future of this medical field.

By the decision of the Health Council of Serbia No. 153-02-00131/2025-01 dated March 17, 2025, the Bariatric Surgery Seminar (application number A-1-567/25) has been accredited as a NATIONAL CATEGORY I SEMINAR, awarding 12 points to lecturers and 6 points to attendees.

PROGRAM

09:00 Opening Ministry of Health of the Republic of Serbia, UEHS
09:15 Presentation of Institutions Performing Bariatric Procedures
Moderators: Prof. Dr. Predrag Sabljak, Prof. Dr. Danijel Galun
09:15 – 09:25 University Clinical Center of Serbia Prof. Dr. Mirjana Šumarac
09:25 – 09:35 Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Clinical Center Niš Dr. Bojan Jovanović
09:35 Preoperative Evaluation of Patients for Bariatric Surgery
Moderators: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dejan Veličković, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ognjan Skrobić
09:35 – 09:50 Preoperative Patient Evaluation and Optimization of Endocrine and Nutritional Status in the Perioperative Period
Dr. Snežana Polovina, UCCS
09:50 – 10:05 Psychiatric and Psychological Support for Severely Obese Patients
Dr. Jelena Popović, UCCS
10:05 – 10:20 Bariatric Surgery – Challenges for the Anesthesiologist – Intraoperative Aspects
Dr. Bojana Miljković, UCCS
10:20 – 10:35 Perioperative Treatment of Severely Obese Patients
Dr. Isidora Jovanović, UCCS
10:35 Bariatric Surgical Procedures
Moderators: Prof. Dr. Pavle Gregorić, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dejan Veličković
10:35 – 10:50 Sleeve Gastrectomy Prof. Dr. Pavle Gregorić, UCCS
10:50 – 11:05 RYGBP (Standardization) and OAGB Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dejan Veličković, UCCS
11:05 – 11:20 SADI-s Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ognjan Skrobić, UCCS
11:20 – 11:50 Panel Discussion – What after Sleeve and RYGBP?
11:50 – 12:20 Break
12:20 Complications of Bariatric Surgery and Their Management
Moderators: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ognjan Skrobić, Dr. Bojan Jovanović
12:20 – 12:35 Complications of Bariatric Surgery – Experience from UCCS
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dušan Micić, UCCS
12:35 – 12:50 Growing Trend of Revision Procedures, Euromedik Hospital Experience
Dr. Dragan Gunjić, Euromedik
12:50 – 13:05 Discussion
13:05 Forum – Bariatric Surgery in Serbia – Current Situation and Future Perspectives
Moderator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ognjan Skrobić
Forum: Prof. Dr. Pavle Gregorić, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dejan Veličković,
Dr. Bojan Jovanović, 1 surgeon from the private sector,
Representative of the Ministry of Health, Representative of RFZO
13:45 Conclusion of Symposium Prof. Dr. Danijel Galun, UCCS
14:00 Press Conference
14:15 Cocktail Reception

TAPP and TEP Repairs of Inguinal Hernias – Surgical Workshop Program 2025, Slovenia

26 March 2025
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TAPP and TEP Repairs of Inguinal Hernias – Surgical Workshop Program 2025, Slovenia

DATES IN 2025:

  • 31st WORKSHOP: March 3–4, 2025
  • 32nd WORKSHOP: April 7–8, 2025
  • 33rd WORKSHOP: May 12–13, 2025

CONTACT:

General Hospital “Dr. Franc Derganc” Nova Gorica Ulica padlih borcev 13A

Phone (Dr. Koprivica): +386 64 180 665

Email: koprivica.radenko@gmail.com

Program

Monday:

Afternoon – Arrival at Hotel Lipa
18:00–18:40 – Lecture on TAPP and TEP Techniques – Laparoscopic Hernioplasty, Dr. Koprivica
18:40–19:00 – Short Presentation of LiquiBand® FIX 8™ Adhesive for Inguinal Hernias, Advanced Medical Solutions, Dr. Koprivica
19:00–19:15 – 15-minute Video Presentation of TAPP Technique – Laparoscopic Hernioplasty, Dr. Koprivica
19:15–19:30 – 15-minute Video Presentation of TEP Technique – Laparoscopic Hernioplasty, Dr. Koprivica
19:30–20:00 – Discussion (All Participants)
20:00–22:00 – Dinner

Tuesday:

9:00–14:00 – 2 TAPP and 2 TEP Inguinal Hernia Surgeries at General Hospital “Dr. Franc Derganc,” Nova Gorica

COURSE – ERAS Protocol in Surgical Practice – Banja Luka, December 27, 2024.

23 January 2025
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COURSE – ERAS Protocol in Surgical Practice – Banja Luka, December 27, 2024.

National Category I Seminar (decision of the Health Council of Serbia number 153-02-/2024-01, dated August 12, 2024)

PROGRAM

 

Schedule

Topic

Training Method

Lecturer

27.12.2024

KC Banja Luka

09.00

Opening

Prof. Dr Zoran Aleksić, Head of Surgical Clinic KC Banja Luka

09.05

Introduction to the Course as Part of MIH Development

Doc. Dr Danijel Galun

09.10 – 09.20

ERAS Protocol – History, Significance

Lecture

Prof. Dr Ivan Palibrk

09.20 – 09.35

ERAS Protocol – Goals, Principles

Lecture

Doc. Dr Mihajlo Bezmarević

09.35 – 09.50

ERAS Procedures – Preoperative, Intraoperative, Postoperative

Lecture

Ass. Dr Marija Đukanović

09.50 – 10.05

Nursing Interventions in ERAS Protocol – Prehabilitation

Lecture

Milovan Miletić, VMT

10.05 – 10.20

Nursing Interventions in ERAS Protocol – Preoperative

Lecture

Svetlana Cvetković, VMS

10.20 – 10.30

Nursing Interventions in ERAS Protocol – Intraoperative

Lecture

Anita Ognjenović, VMS

10.30 – 10.45

Nursing Interventions in ERAS Protocol – Postoperative

Lecture

Katarina Stokuća, VMS

10.45 – 11.10

Break

11.10 – 11.25

Physical Therapy in ERAS Protocol

Lecture

Doc. Dr Sanja Tomanović

11.25 – 11.35

Nutrition in ERAS Protocol

Lecture

Dr Marija Domanović

11.35 – 11.55

Nutritional Products in ERAS Protocol

Lecture

Prim. Dr Natalija Vuković

11.55 – 12.05

ERAS and Hypothermia Prevention – Pre-, Intra-, Postoperative (Sponsorship Lecture 1)

Lecture

Dr Dragana Stijepović, Duomed Southeast Europe

12.05 – 12.15

Enteral Nutrition Products in the Perioperative Period (Sponsorship Lecture 2)

Lecture

Dr Nela Cvetko, KIBID

12.15 – 12.25

Fresenius Kabi Enteral Nutrition Portfolio (Sponsorship Lecture 3)

Lecture

Mr. Ph. Irina Jablanović, Fresenius

12.25 – 13.25

Lunch

13.25 – 13.35

Recap, Discussion with Participants, Introduction to Group Work

Group Work

Prof. Dr Ivan Palibrk

13.35 – 14.20

Solving 3 Clinical Cases – Creating a Practical ERAS Plan

Exercises, Group Work, Clinical Situations

Educators

14.20 – 14.50

Forum – Presentation of ERAS Plan

Exercises, Group Work, Clinical Situations

Educators

14.50 – 15.00

Knowledge Test and Course Evaluation

15.00 – 15.10

Certificate Distribution, Closing Remarks

Course for Intermediate Medical Personnel – Belgrade, 25.10.2024

6 January 2025
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Course for Intermediate Medical Personnel – Belgrade, 25.10.2024

ERAS Protocol in Surgical Practice – National Seminar, Category I (Decision of the Health Council of Serbia number 153-02-/2024-01, dated 12.08.2024)

PROGRAM

Schedule Topic Training Method Lecturer
25.10.2024. Location: UKCS, UC – 3rd Floor, Meeting Room
09.00 Opening Doc. Dr. Zlatibor Lončar – Minister of Health of the Republic of Serbia
09.05 Introduction to the Course as Part of the Development of MIS in Serbia Doc. Dr. Danijel Galun
09.10 – 09.20 ERAS Protocol – History, Importance Lecture Prof. Dr. Ivan Palibrk
09.20 – 09.35 ERAS Protocol – Goals, Principles Lecture Doc. Dr. Mihajlo Bezmarević
09.35 – 09.50 ERAS Procedures – Preoperative, Intraoperative Lecture Prof. Dr. Dejan Marković
09.50 – 10.05 ERAS Procedures – Postoperative Lecture Asst. Dr. Marija Đukanović
10.05 – 10.20 Nursing Interventions in the ERAS Protocol – Prehabilitation Lecture Milovan Miletić, VMT
10.20 – 10.35 Nursing Interventions in the ERAS Protocol – Preoperative Lecture Svetlana Cvetković, VMS
10.35 – 10.50 Nursing Interventions in the ERAS Protocol – Intraoperative Lecture Anita Ognjenović, VMS
10.50 – 11.05 Nursing Interventions in the ERAS Protocol – Postoperative Lecture Katarina Stokuća, VMS
11.05 – 11.20 Break
11.20 – 11.35 Physical Therapy in the ERAS Protocol Lecture Doc. Dr. Sanja Tomanović
11.35 – 11.50 Nutrition in the ERAS Protocol Lecture Dr. Marija Domanović
11.50 – 12.05 Nutrition Supplements in the ERAS Protocol Lecture Prim. Dr. Natalija Vuković
12.05 – 12.15 ERAS in Hypothermia Prevention – Pre, Intra, and Postoperative (sponsored lecture 1) Lecture Dr. Dragana Stijepović, Duomed Southeast Europe
12.15 – 12.25 Enteral Nutrition Products for Perioperative Use (sponsored lecture 2) Lecture Dr. Nela Cvetko, KIBID
12.25 – 12.45 Fresenius Kabi Enteral Nutrition Portfolio (sponsored lecture 3) Lecture Mr. ph. Irina Jablanović, Fresenius
12.45 – 13.30 Lunch
13.30 – 13.40 Recap, Discussion with Participants, Group Work Introduction Group Work Prof. Dr. Ivan Palibrk
13.40 – 14.20 Solving 3 Clinical Cases – Creating a Practical ERAS Plan Exercises, Group Work, Solving Clinical Cases Educators
14.20 – 14.50 Forum – Presentation of ERAS Plan Exercises, Group Work, Solving Clinical Cases Educators
14.50 – 15.00 Knowledge Test and Course Evaluation
15.00 – 15.10 Certificate Distribution, Closing Remarks

Secretary – General | Ass dr Srđan Mijatović

6 January 2025
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Dr. Srđan Mijatović is a specialist in general surgery with extensive experience in surgical procedures, particularly in laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgery. He currently serves as the Chief of Surgery 1 at the Emergency Center of the Clinical Center of Serbia.

An active member of the Serbian Association of Endoscopic Surgeons, Dr. Mijatović chaired the Second Congress of the Association, held in November last year in Belgrade with international participation. His dedication to educating young surgeons is evident in his organization of basic courses in laparoscopic surgery, featuring leading experts in all areas of this specialty.

Dr. Mijatović’s practice incorporates the latest techniques in minimally invasive surgery. He closely collaborates with European and global associations for laparoscopic surgery, exchanging experiences and staying updated on modern trends in patient care.

Known for his committed approach to patients, meticulous planning of surgical interventions, and continuous professional development, Dr. Mijatović strives to enhance the quality of medical services he provides.

 

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Member | Dr Nebojša Stojaković

6 January 2025
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Dr. Nebojša Stojković was born in 1978 in Valjevo. He completed elementary school and high school in Valjevo and graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, in 2004. He specialized in general and abdominal surgery at the same university in 2013. Dr. Stojković has been working at the General Hospital in Valjevo for 15 years.

He previously served as the head of the Abdominal Surgery Department and is currently the chief of the Operating Block with Sterilization. His surgical expertise includes treating benign and malignant conditions of the digestive tract, hepatoduodenal segment, and pancreas.

In 2018, Dr. Stojković introduced and improved new methods for treating patients with malignant diseases of the digestive tract, particularly through endoscopic, minimally invasive surgery. This approach, which is the dominant method for treating malignancies in modern surgical practice, significantly enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.

Dr. Stojković was recognized as a surgical expert and educator in minimally invasive surgery in the field of coloproctology in 2018. Under his leadership, the institution earned the designation of a “reference” center for surgeon education in minimally invasive coloproctology in Serbia. Additionally, he advanced the application of minimally invasive techniques in the treatment of stomach and pancreatic diseases, establishing the hospital as a leader in these innovative methods.

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Member | Dr Bojan Jovanović

6 January 2025
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Dr. Bojan Jovanović is a specialist in general surgery with extensive experience working with patients in Niš. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgery.

He is renowned for a remarkable achievement in which he performed two laparoscopic surgeries simultaneously—removal of the gallbladder and appendix. This accomplishment earned him great respect from both patients and his colleagues.

Dr. Jovanović has pursued professional development both domestically and internationally and is the author and co-author of several scientific papers.

Education

  • Undergraduate studies.
  • Specialization in General Surgery.

Professional Experience

  • University Clinical Center Niš
    Surgeon at the Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Memberships

  • Medical Chamber of Serbia
    Member.
  • Serbian Medical Society
    Member.

 

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Member | Doc dr Dejan Veličković

6 January 2025
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Dr. Dejan Veličković is a specialist in general surgery and bariatric surgery with extensive professional experience in Belgrade.

He actively participates in both national and international congresses of significance in the field of abdominal surgery. Dr. Veličković is also the author and co-author of numerous scientific papers published in medical journals.

Education

  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade
    Undergraduate studies.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade
    Specialization.

Professional Experience

  • First Surgical Clinic, KCS
    Specialist.

Memberships

  • Serbian Medical Society
    Member.
  • Medical Chamber of Serbia
    Member.
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President-elect | Prof. Dr. Miljan Ćeranić

5 January 2025
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Prof. Dr. Miljan Ćeranić is a specialist in general surgery and proctology with extensive professional experience gained in both private and public healthcare institutions.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Ćeranić specializes in laparoscopic and traditional treatment of colon and rectal diseases, as well as the treatment of perianal conditions.

In addition to his clinical practice, he is actively engaged in teaching and serves as a professor in the Department of Surgery and Anesthesiology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade.

In 2013, Dr. Ćeranić served as the secretary of the working group for developing the National Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice in Diagnosing and Treating Colon and Rectal Cancer.

Education

  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (1997)
    Undergraduate studies.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2003)
    Specialization.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2010)
    Doctoral studies.
  • A. Gemelli Hospital, Rome
    Training in THD: “THD and Gatekeeper: Mini-Invasive Surgery for the Treatment of Hemorrhoids and Fecal Incontinence” at the Catholic University.

Professional Experience

  • Clinic for Digestive Surgery and Surgical Clinics, KCS
    Specialist at the 4th Department.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade
    Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery.

 

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President | Prof. Dr. Danijel Galun

5 January 2025
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Prof. Dr. Danijel Galun
President of UEHS

Prof. Dr. Danijel Galun is a specialist in general surgery based in Belgrade, with extensive professional experience.

His primary areas of expertise include hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, as well as liver surgery. Dr. Galun is proficient in performing TACE (transarterial chemoembolization) for liver patients who are not candidates for surgical resection.

In addition to his clinical practice, he is actively involved in education and serves as a professor in the Department of Surgery and Anesthesiology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade.

Education

  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2000)
    Undergraduate studies.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2007)
    Specialization.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2010)
    Master’s degree.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade (2018)
    Doctoral dissertation on the topic: Feasibility of major liver resections in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and liver cirrhosis using radiofrequency energy.

Professional Experience

  • Clinic for Digestive Surgery, KCS (since 2006)
    Specialist.
  • Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade
    Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery.

Memberships

  • Medical Chamber of Serbia
    Member.
  • Serbian Medical Society
    Member.
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