We are proud to announce this program, highlighting leaders in Latin American Spanish speaking countries. These leaders were chosen to represent many different specialties, countries, and stages in their careers. This mix will ensure comprehensive coverage of this critical topic with immediately implementable solutions for all participants regardless of specialty, location, or career stage. We will discuss strategies for success in academic surgery that are tailored to the different circumstances of each environment with an emphasis in diversity, inclusion, and fairness.
PROGRAM
Clinical Background
Welcome & Introduction - Dr. Steven D. Wexner (USA), Dr. Lucia Oliveira (Brazil) and Dr. Paula Ferrada (USA)
Technique Description
Barriers for young surgeons in colorectal surgery - Dr. Ingrid Melo (Paraguay)
Gender diversity benefits - Dr. Itzel Vela (Mexico)
Barriers to academic practice in Latin America - Dr. Nicolas Avellaneda (Argentina)
How to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in Latin America - Dr. Luis Felipe Cabrera Vargas (Colombia)
How to create a national cloud in Latin America – Dr. Martha Quiodettis (Panama)
Importance of international collaboration for Latin American surgeons - Dr. Juan Salamea (Ecuador)
Panel Discussion moderated by Dr. Lucia Oliveira (Brazil) and Dr. Paula Ferrada (USA)
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