Congenital Heart Surgery
Bootcamp 2024
History of HOST
2015
Hands-On Surgical Training (HOST) in congenital heart surgery is an educational platform started in 2015, designed to provide surgeons with the opportunity to practice surgical procedures on various congenital heart defects using simulation on 3D-printed models. The inaugural HOST event in 2015 was hosted by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS), utilizing 3D-printed models developed and produced by SickKids. Following this success, SickKids launched its Annual International HOST in 2016, further enhancing training opportunities in this specialized field.
2021
In 2021 we transitioned to more realistic silicone models, which offer enhanced tactile feedback, allowing participants to experience a closer approximation to actual surgical conditions. This evolution has significantly improved the training experience, enabling surgeons to refine their skills and gain confidence in a safe, controlled environment.
2024
In 2024, we will launch our first bootcamp—an extensive course covering a variety of surgical conditions. This hybrid course is offered worldwide, accommodating both in-person and online attendees. Notably, it is the first time SickKids' course will combine a traditional wet-lab component using pig hearts, providing hands-on experience that further enhances learning and skill development. This innovative approach ensures that surgeons gain practical insights and build confidence in a supportive environment.
Proctors
Dr. David Barron
Dr Barron is a staff cardiovascular surgeon and head of the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery at the Hospital for Sick Children. His clinical practice focuses on open heart surgery in both pediatric and adult patients with congenital heart disease. His interests include hypoplastic left heart syndrome, congenitally corrected transposition and complex pulmonary atresia.
Dr. Rachel Vanderlaan
Dr. Rachel Vanderlaan is an attending Cardiovascular surgeon at the Hospital for Sick Children and also preforms adult congenital cardiac surgery at Toronto General Hospital. She is Course Director for the HOST congenital training bootcamp and the monthly HOST course.
Dr. Osami Honjo
Dr Honjo is a staff cardiovascular surgeon at the Hospital for Sick Children. His clinical practice focuses on open heart surgery in neonates and infants, surgical palliation for single ventricle patients, mechanical cardiopulmonary support in the pediatric population, and surgery for patients with adult congenital heart diseases.
Dr. Christoph Haller
Dr Haller is a staff cardiovascular surgeon at the Hospital for Sick Children. His clinical practice focuses on open heart surgery in both pediatric and adult patients with congenital heart disease. Dr Haller attended the inaugural HOST course in 2015 as a delegate whilst a fellow at Sickkids and now is one of the proctors of the course.
Location / Zoom Link
In-Person Attendees:
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Join us at The Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning (PGCRL), conveniently situated across from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto. The building entrance is located off Bay Street. The surgical training and lectures will take place on the third level in Event Rooms 3a/b.
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686 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5G 0A4
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Virtual Participants:
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Connect with us online via Zoom (EST). We will send all necessary models and equipment before the course date. Please ensure you have an adequate setup (as shown in the provided photo) before the HOST sessions start.​​​​​
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Meeting ID: 748 115 1140
Passcode: 467116
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Time (EST) | Day 1 - Friday Oct 4 | Day 2 - Saturday Oct 5 | Day 3 - Sunday Oct 6 |
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7:30 AM | Breakfast | Breakfast | |
8:00 AM | Lecture 3: Ross Konno: Tips and Tricks | Lecture 6: Norwood | |
8:30 AM | Hands on Session 3: Ross | ||
9:00 AM | Hands-on Session 6: Norwood | ||
9:30 AM | |||
10:00 AM | |||
10:30 AM | |||
11:00 AM | Break: Food & Beverage | ||
11:30 AM | Food & Beverage | Mentorship across your career | |
12:00 PM | Welcome / RDV / Setup | Lunch / Coronary Issues | Course Wrap up / Submit Evaluations |
12:30 PM | Lecture 1: Arch Reconstruction | End of Bootcamp | |
1:00 PM | Hands-on Session 1: Arch Reconstruction | Lecture 4: TGA | |
1:30 PM | Hands-on Session 4: TGA | ||
2:00 PM | |||
2:30 PM | |||
3:00 PM | Break / Food & Beverage | ||
3:30 PM | Lecture 2: TOF | Break / Food & Beverage | |
4:00 PM | Hands-on Session 2: TOF | Lecture 5: AVSD | |
4:30 PM | Hands-on Session 5: AVSD | ||
5:00 PM | |||
5:30 PM | |||
6:00 PM | Dinner in Gallery | End of Day 2 | |
6:30 PM | Technical Performance / Panel Discussion | ||
7:00 PM | |||
7:30 PM | End of Day 1 |