MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s 13th 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. Join your colleagues and expert faculty from the comfort of your own home or office during this virtual symposium. Participating in the four-day symposium will give you access to the below:

  • High interest agenda topics that include lectures, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions
  • Virtual abstract poster viewing
  • Industry sponsored symposia
  • Networking Hub to network with other colleagues and faculty
  • Exhibit Hall access with downloadable content and video demonstrations

Conference Chair:

Parag Bhanot, MD, FACS

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

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

William W. Hope, MD

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Wilmington, NC

Jeffrey E. Janis, MD, FACS

Jeffrey E. Janis, MD, FACS

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH