Editorial Every year on March 28th, World Endometriosis Day serves as a reminder that beyond epidemiological data, there are millions of women whose quality of life is profoundly impacted by pain, diagnostic uncertainty, and the complexity of their care pathway. The progress made over the last twenty years is undeniable. The mobilization of patient associations, […]
Editorial Just as in previous years, 2026 will undoubtedly be defined by the evolution of surgical practice and its accompanying technologies. In this context, IRCAD will determinedly pursue the mission that has been the foundation of its identity for over thirty years: making research the engine of increasingly innovative surgery, for the ultimate benefit of […]
Editorial Since its creation in 1994, IRCAD has been committed to advancing minimally invasive surgery worldwide for the benefit of patients, whether through laparoscopy or robot-assisted surgery, by continuously developing research and training activities conducted at IRCAD France and its mirror Institutes. With the opening of IRCAD North America in Charlotte (USA) at the end […]
Editorial With more than 2,500 surgeons from 70 countries and around one hundred companies specializing in surgical robotics, the 2025 Congress of the Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS) exceeded all expectations in terms of the richness of discussions and the quality of demonstrations. This 2025 edition was held in July at the Palais des Congrès […]
Editorial From July 16 to 20, Strasbourg will have the honor of hosting the Annual Congress of the Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS), with hands-on sessions and telesurgery held at IRCAD, and plenary sessions at the Palais des Congrès. Covering a wide range of topics related to robotic surgery, the SRS serves as an international […]
Editorial Since the early 2000s, the month of March has been marked by awareness campaigns that provide the public with up-to-date information on critical health issues. By highlighting advances in diagnosis and treatment, these campaigns play a vital role in encouraging early screening – an essential first step in patient care. They also promote prevention […]
Editorial Building on the momentum of previous years, IRCAD enters 2025 with dynamic prospects, both nationally and internationally. Following the opening of IRCAD India in 2024, two new institutes will be inaugurated in China (Shanghai) and the United States (Charlotte), expanding the IRCAD network to a total of nine institutes.* The close collaboration within the […]
Editorial IRCAD concludes 2024 with the honor of hosting the Annual Congress of the French Society of Onco-Gynecology (SFOG) in Strasbourg from December 11 to 13. This event brings together various specialties involved in the treatment of gynecological (pelvic) cancers. The 32nd edition is dedicated to the personalization of patient care, a theme that aligns […]
Editorial This month marks a major milestone for IRCAD, with the first anniversary of IRCAD Africa, based in Kigali, Rwanda. This promising and challenging project is the culmination of the enlightened vision of a remarkable President, as well as a resilient and dynamic country, and the result of close collaboration between our teams and local […]
Editorial Last month, IRCAD was in Maastricht, Netherlands, for the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) congress. Endoscopic surgery involves performing procedures via natural routes using a flexible endoscope. Initially practiced in gynecology, it later expanded into gastroenterology, attracting significant interest. From the 2000s onward, research around the concept of NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic […]
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We would like to draw your attention that the « Vaccine Pass » is now mandatory in France since end of January 2022 and replaces the former « Health Pass » to access places that are open to the public, such as cinemas, museums, cafés and restaurants, hotels as well as the IRCAD Institute which welcomes participants in the framework of its courses and seminars. Thus, a PCR test without vaccination is no longer sufficient to take part in our courses.
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