MIS Fellowship, Vancouver General Hospital, University of British Columbia
Program Overview
The University of British Columbia (UBC) Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) Fellowship is a prestigious one-year clinical training program offering advanced training in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction. This fellowship is designed for surgeons seeking advanced MIS and robotic training in a high-volume, academically rigorous environment with a strong emphasis on innovation, research, and surgical excellence.
Fellows will gain extensive hands-on experience in:
- Colorectal surgery
- Complex hernia repair (including robotic abdominal wall reconstruction)
- Foregut/antireflux surgery
- Solid organ surgery
The program also provides optional training in flexible endoscopy, allowing fellows to customize their experience. Bariatric surgery is not currently included in the curriculum.
Robotic Surgery Training
A key highlight of this fellowship is training in robotic-assisted surgery, with access to the Da Vinci Xi platform. Fellows will develop proficiency in:
- Robotic techniques for hernia repair and other procedures
- Console skills and operative efficiency
- Integration of robotics into complex MIS cases
The Fellowship is affiliated with the VGH Simulation Centre. VGH Sim (https://bcsimulation.ca/sim-programs/vghsim/) is an internationally recognized, state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary academic centre. It is actively involved in the education of surgeons, trainees, and nurses with high fidelity simulators, computer software, and wet/dry lab facilities.
Research and Academic Opportunities
Research is a cornerstone of this fellowship, with ample opportunities to engage in clinical research projects. Fellows are expected to present at national or international conferences and complete at least one manuscript for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
As part of UBC’s academic community, fellows will:
- Mentor General Surgery residents and medical students
- Participate in teaching rounds, surgical skills training, and simulation labs
- Develop leadership and educational skills essential for academic or clinical practice
Eligibility and Application Process
Candidates apply through the MIS Fellowship Match
Program Contacts
Program Assistant:
Susy Machado
Phone: 604-875-4498
Fax: 604-875-5588
Email: Susy.Machado@vch.ca
Fellowship Program Directors:
Dr. Adam Meneghetti, MD, CCFP, MHSc, FRCSC
Dr. Chieh Jack Chiu, MD, MSc, FRCSC