COURSES

Complete list of the courses for this expertise domain.
October 30-31, 2025

MIX MICS

In the evolving landscape of valvular heart disease, both percutaneous and surgical techniques now offer highly effective treatment options for aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve conditions. While surgery has long been considered the gold standard, recent advances in transcatheter approaches have created new opportunities—particularly for high-risk patients.
 

At the same time, cardiac surgery itself is changing: innovative, less invasive techniques are being developed to enhance recovery, reduce hospital stays, and improve overall quality of life.
 

MIX MICS is a multidisciplinary course designed to provide a comprehensive and practical understanding of both surgical and interventional strategies, with a strong focus on clinical decision-making and patient-centered care.
 

Participants will gain:

  • A structured overview of current percutaneous and surgical approaches, including indications and patient selection criteria

  • A step-by-step look at procedural techniques through lectures and live case transmissions

  • An interactive comparison of surgical versus transcatheter options in complex clinical scenarios, guided by a faculty of experienced operators
     

This course is intended for cardiac surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and all professionals involved in the management of valvular heart disease who seek to deepen their expertise and collaborate within a true heart team environment.

Giuseppe Speziale
President - Teacher
Giuseppe Speziale
Fausto Castriota
Teacher
Fausto Castriota
Corrado Fiore
Teacher
Corrado Fiore
Carlo Savini
Teacher
Carlo Savini
Alfredo Marchese
Teacher
Alfredo Marchese
Angelo Squeri
Teacher
Angelo Squeri
September 18-19, 2025

MIDCAB and Multivalvular Minimally Invasive Approach - 3rd course with live surgery

The 3rd MICS Academy course, titled "MIDCAB and Multivalvular Minimally Invasive Approach", will be held in Bari, Italy, featuring live surgery sessions and expert-led training. The program includes:
  • A welcome and theoretical session on Sept. 18 in Polignano a Mare
  • Live surgical procedures and interactive training on Sept. 19 at Santa Maria Hospital
  • Focus areas: patient selection, imaging, surgical strategy, instrumentation, and team coordination
The course is limited to 12 participants.

 
Giuseppe Speziale
President - Teacher
Giuseppe Speziale
Alberto Albertini
Teacher
Alberto Albertini
Fausto Castriota
Teacher
Fausto Castriota
Gaetano Contegiacomo
Teacher
Gaetano Contegiacomo
Mauro Del Giglio
Teacher
Mauro Del Giglio
Flavio Fiore
Teacher
Flavio Fiore
Ernesto Greco
Teacher
Ernesto Greco
Giuseppe Nasso
Teacher
Giuseppe Nasso
Alfredo Marchese
Teacher
Alfredo Marchese
Domenico Paparella
Teacher
Domenico Paparella
Vito Margari
Teacher
Vito Margari
Emiliano Navarra
Teacher
Emiliano Navarra
Antongiulio Valenzano
Teacher
Antongiulio Valenzano

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