International Conference onSurgery and Anesthesia

Internal and Emergency Medicine

Internal and Emergency Medicine, often abbreviated as IEM, represents a field where physicians possess expertise in both internal medicine and emergency medicine. This dual training allows for a comprehensive approach to patient care, particularly in settings like emergency rooms, ICUs, and prehospital environments. 

Obstetrics and Gynecological Surgery

Obstetrics and gynecological surgery encompasses procedures related to both pregnancy and female reproductive health, often performed by OB-GYNs. These procedures can range from routine deliveries and surgeries for benign conditions to treatments for gynecological cancers and infertility. 

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery, also known as orthopedics, is a surgical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Orthopedic surgeons treat injuries, diseases, and disorders of these structures using both surgical and non-surgical methods. 

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Colon and rectal surgery, also known as colorectal surgery, is a medical specialty that deals with surgical procedures on the colon, rectum, and anus. These surgeries are performed to treat various conditions like colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, and injuries or blockages in the intestines. 

Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric surgery is a specialized field of surgery that focuses on the surgical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It encompasses a wide range of procedures, including the repair of birth defects, treatment of trauma, and management of surgical conditions specific to childhood. Pediatric surgeons are trained to address the unique physiological and developmental characteristics of children, ensuring optimal outcomes for this vulnerable patient population. 

Dental Surgery

Dental surgery, also known as oral surgery or maxillofacial surgery, encompasses surgical procedures performed on the teeth, gums, jaws, and face. It addresses a range of oral health issues, from tooth extractions and implant placement to more complex procedures like jaw surgery and bone grafting. 

Lung cancer Surgery

Lung cancer surgery involves removing all or part of a lung to treat the cancer. Different types of surgery include wedge resection, segmental resection, lobectomy, and pneumonectomy, each differing in the amount of lung tissue removed. The best type of surgery depends on the cancer's stage, location, and other factors. 

Emphysema Surgery

Emphysema surgery, typically Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS), aims to improve breathing by removing damaged lung tissue and allowing the remaining lung tissue to work more efficiently. It's not a cure for COPD, but can improve quality of life and exercise capacity. Other surgical options include bullectomy and lung transplantation. 

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery

Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is a minimally invasive procedure to remove the gallbladder. It involves making small incisions in the abdomen and using a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to visualize the gallbladder and surrounding areas while removing it. This method offers advantages like shorter recovery times, less scarring, and less postoperative pain compared to traditional open surgery. 

Minimally Invasive surgery

Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) involves performing surgical procedures through small incisions, often using instruments and cameras. This approach aims to minimize tissue damage, reduce pain, and shorten recovery times compared to traditional open surgery. Examples include laparoscopic surgery, where procedures are performed through small cuts using a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera and light) and specialized tools. 

Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery, also known as weight-loss surgery, is a surgical procedure designed to help individuals who are obese lose weight. It involves modifying the digestive system to reduce food intake and/or calorie absorption. This is often considered when diet and exercise have been ineffective or when obesity-related health problems are severe.

Laser Surgery

Laser surgery uses a precisely focused beam of light to perform surgical procedures, offering an alternative to traditional surgical methods. It can be used for various purposes, including cutting, ablating, or repairing tissues. Laser surgery is based on the principle of "light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation" (LASER), and the specific type of laser used depends on the desired outcome. 

Dental Anesthesia

Dental anesthesia is a technique used in dentistry to prevent or reduce pain during dental procedures. It can involve local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on the procedure and patient's needs. 

General Anesthesia

General anesthesia is a reversible, medically induced coma that renders a patient unconscious and unable to feel pain, even with painful stimuli. It's used during surgery and other medical procedures to ensure the patient is comfortable and doesn't remember the event.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery, also known as robot-assisted surgery, is a minimally invasive surgical technique that uses robotic devices to perform operations. The surgeon controls these robots from a console, guiding surgical instruments with greater precision and dexterity than traditional methods. This allows for smaller incisions, leading to less pain, blood loss, and shorter recovery times. 

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) is a specialized surgical field within dentistry that focuses on treating diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaws, face, and head. It also includes reconstruction of these areas after injury or illness. OMS surgeons address both functional and aesthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues in this region. 

Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a specialized field of surgery focused on reshaping, repairing, or enhancing various parts of the body, encompassing both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. Reconstructive surgery aims to restore function and appearance after birth defects, injuries, or illness, while cosmetic surgery focuses on improving appearance for non-medical reasons. 

Neurosurgery

Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that deals with surgical treatment of the brain, spine, and nervous system. It focuses on conditions like brain tumors, spinal injuries, nerve disorders, and congenital abnormalities. Neurosurgeons use advanced techniques to treat both emergency and chronic neurological problems. Procedures can range from minimally invasive spine surgery to complex brain operations. The goal is to restore function, relieve pain, and improve patients’ quality of life.