In recent years, gynaecological surgery has undergone a profound transformation. Minimally invasive techniques have become the gold standard, and today, a new frontier is rapidly redefining surgical practice: robotic surgery.
As technology evolves, so must surgical education.
For this reason, the GESEA Training Center at the University of Naples Federico II, directed by Prof. Attilio Di Spiezio Sardo, is preparing to take a decisive step forward.
Soon, the GESEA Robotics Pathway will be available in Naples.
This represents a major milestone—not only for the center itself, but for the entire educational landscape of gynaecological endoscopy in Italy and beyond.
From Endoscopy to Robotics: A Natural Evolution
The GESEA programme has always been built on a clear and progressive philosophy:
training must evolve alongside surgical innovation.
After establishing a structured pathway for laparoscopic and hysteroscopic competence through the MIGS track, the next logical step is the integration of robotic surgery into the educational framework.
Robotic systems are not simply an alternative to traditional laparoscopy.
They introduce a new way of operating—enhancing:
- Precision
- Ergonomics
- Visualization
- Instrument control
However, these advantages can only be fully realised if surgeons are properly trained.
This is exactly the role of the GESEA Robotics Pathway.
What is the GESEA Robotics Pathway?
The GESEA Robotics Pathway is a structured programme that allows surgeons to become certified as Gynaecological Robotics Surgeons through a progressive and validated process.
The pathway builds on the existing GESEA structure:
- First, the acquisition of the Level 1 Certificate, ensuring fundamental knowledge and psychomotor skills
- Then, completion of Level 2 (MIGS or ECRES), demonstrating advanced endoscopic competence
- Finally, access to the GESEA Robotics Certification, where surgeons are trained and evaluated in robotic procedures
The programme includes:
- Dedicated e-learning modules
- Simulation-based robotic training
- Objective assessment of robotic psychomotor skills
- A final certification exam combining theory and practical evaluation
After obtaining the GESEA Robotics Certificate, candidates may progress toward the Robotics Diploma, which will validate surgical competence through expert-reviewed procedures.
A Strategic Step for GESEA Naples
The introduction of the Robotics Pathway at the GESEA Training Center in Naples is not just an expansion of the programme—it is a strategic evolution.
It means that the center will soon offer a complete educational continuum, from:
- Basic psychomotor training
- To advanced endoscopic procedures
- To robotic surgical competence
All within a single, internationally accredited institution.
This reinforces Naples as a leading hub for surgical education, capable of attracting not only Italian trainees but also international doctors seeking high-level, structured training.
Preparing Surgeons for the Next Generation of Surgery
Robotic surgery is no longer a niche. It is becoming an essential component of modern surgical practice.
For young gynaecologists, this raises an important question:
How do I prepare for a future where robotics is increasingly central?
The answer is not improvisation.
It is structured training.
By integrating robotics into the GESEA pathway, surgeons are given the opportunity to:
- Learn in a controlled, safe environment
- Develop robotic psychomotor skills step by step
- Understand the principles behind robotic-assisted procedures
- Transition smoothly from laparoscopy to robotics
This ensures not only technical competence, but also confidence in adopting new technologies.
Looking Ahead
The upcoming activation of the GESEA Robotics Pathway in Naples marks the beginning of a new chapter.
It reflects a commitment to innovation, to education, and to the continuous improvement of surgical standards.
Most importantly, it offers surgeons a clear direction:
from learning basic skills,
to mastering endoscopy,
to embracing the future of robotic surgery.
Because the future of surgery is already here.
And the time to prepare for it is now.
📍 GESEA Training Center – AOU Federico II of Naples
Building 9 – Ground Floor
Via Pansini, 5 – 80131 Naples, Italy
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