We’re planning a great two days of education at the Ritz Carlton, Tyson’s Corner in McLean, VA! Please check back for updates regarding the 2024 conference.
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s 15th Annual Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) Conference is a comprehensive two-day symposium that provides an in-depth understanding of the emerging specialty of AWR The purpose of this highly interactive meeting is to offer an evidence-based discussion on clinical aspects of AWR through didactic lectures with video education, case presentations, and discussions to address the growing rate of complex hernia repairs and updates in technology and procedures.
- Educational agenda that will include lectures, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions
- Poster abstracts viewing
- Multiple symposia
- Networking opportunities
- Exhibit Hall
Conference Chair:

Parag Bhanot, MD, FACS
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital MedStar Georgetown Center for Abdominal Wall Reconstruction and Hernia Surgery Georgetown University School of Medicine Washington, D.C.
Course Directors:

Karen Kim Evans, MD
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital MedStar Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Georgetown University School of Medicine Washington, D.C.

William W. Hope, MD
New Hanover Regional Medical Center Wilmington, NC

Jeffrey E. Janis, MD, FACS
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Columbus, OH