Course Moderator: Red Alinsod, MD, FACOG, FACS, ACGE

AVS COURSE SCHEDULE FOR 2012

Course Location: Alinsod Institute of Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery South Coast Urogynecology, Inc.
31852 Coast Highway, Suite 203
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

36.75 AMA PRA Category1 Credits™
Maximum of 4 attendees per workshop to assure adequate hands-on opportunity for all attendees

Vaginal rejuvenation is a marketing term referring to vaginoplasty, or the surgical tightening of the vaginal canal. Birth trauma, tissue stretching, and improper surgical healing are the usual reasons for requesting vaginal rejuvenation. Surgery usually entails a modification of a standard gynecologic procedure called “posterior repair” along with rebuilding of the perineum (the space between the vagina and rectum). This procedure was traditionally performed for a fallen or prolapsed rectum, or rectocele. A rectocele is a bulge of rectum going into the vagina. A similar appearing vaginal bulge is an enterocele. It is a bulge of small bowel going into the vagina. Gynecologists and urogynecologists have the most training performing these types of surgery. Lasers, scissors, cautery units, knives are used in surgery. Excellent results have been achieved by all these methods.

The didactic portion along with the clinical hands-on exposure will allow attendees to gain a comprehensive understanding of the procedure. The format used in this activity is an effective method for knowledgeable OB/Gyn physicians to expand their surgical abilities safely.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the CME activity, participants should be able to:
1. Review the history of vaginal rejuvenation.
2. Discuss the terminology and anatomy of aesthetic vaginal surgery.
3. Describe technologies available for vaginal rejuvenation surgeries.
4. Explain the clinical aspects of the procedures, including patient selection, pre-operative evaluation, anesthesia protocols, proper surgical methods and techniques, and post-operative care.
5. Review surgical techniques including: Labia minora plasty, Labia majora plasty, Clitoral hood reduction, Perineoplasty, Vaginoplasty
6. Identify different aspects of patient markings prior to surgery.
7. Discuss proper equipment and methods in preparing medical photography. Practical hands-on sessions will be taught.
8. Describe possible complications related to performing aesthetic vaginal surgery and the proper mechanisms of management and apply the procedure into the existing office setting.
9. Apply internet strategies in marketing and aesthetic vaginal surgery procedure.
10. Define issues of medical malpractice and how it relates to the OB/Gyn and other specialty physicians.

Course Outline

Day One MONDAY: LABIAPLASTY LECTURES AND SURGERY IN-OFFICE Maximum Participants: 4 | Time: 7 AM to Noon, 1:30 PM to 5 PM
	Welcome and Introduction
	Statistics
	Anatomy Review
	Pre-Op Evaluation
	Medical Photography
	Anesthesia Protocols
	Procedure Techniques Labia Minora Plasty Labia Majora Plasty Clitoral Hood Reduction Hymenoplasty Videos Post-Op Care Complications Management Q&A LUNCH Surgery In Office Get Acquainted Dinner
Day Two TUESDAY: VAGINOPLASTY LECTURES AND SURGERY IN-OFFICE Maximum Participants: 4 Time: 7 AM to Noon, 1:30 to 5 PM
	Welcome and Introduction
	Anatomy Review
	Pre-Op Evaluation
	Medical Photography Pelvic Prolapse Repair Perineoplasty Review Vaginoplasty Integration of Pelvic Prolapse Repairs and Vaginal Rejuvenation Anesthesia Protocols Videos Post-Op Care Vaginal Softening/Stretching Exercises Complications Management Medical Malpractice Issues Marketing Strategies Q&A LUNCH Surgery in Office
Day Three WEDNESDAY: LIVE OPERATING ROOM SURGERY INTEGRATING AESTHETIC AND FUNCTIONAL VAGINAL SURGERY Maximum Participants: 4 | Time: 7 AM to 5 PM
	Welcome and Introduction
	New Frontiers in Pelvic Surgery
	Forms and Consents
	Equipment and Set-up
	Hands-on Medical Photography
	Surgery: Patient 1
	Surgery: Patient 2
	Surgery: Patient 3 Possible
	Q&A and Review
Day Four THURSDAY: LIVE OFFICE SURGERY Maximum Participants 4 | Time: 7 AM to 5 PM
	Hands-on Medical Photograph
	Surgery: Patient 1
	Surgery: Patient 2
	Surgery: Patient 3 Possible Electrocautery and Lasers Lab Marketing Q&A and Review