We can’t wait to see you LIVE at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C. in 2023!
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s 14th Annual Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) Conference is a comprehensive symposium providing an in-depth understanding of the complexity of AWR and repair techniques. AWR is intended to provide each attendee with education and resources needed to heal wounds and consider alternative resources in abdominal wall reconstruction. This unique opportunity will allow the attendee to network with colleagues in their field with interact with expert faculty. Participating in the two-day symposium will give you access to the below:
- Education agenda 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