Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 07:30 – 17:00 (Full day)
Faculty: John Denstedt, Lisa Kaestner, Haroun Patel, Amit Kalpee,Andreas Gross, Christopher Netsch, Pieter Spies, Joe Phillip, Jeff John
Chairs: Prof Andreas Gross, Dr Cleve Oppel and Dr Elisha Rhode
Workshop Overview:
This full-day masterclass will provide an in-depth and practical update on the contemporary management of urolithiasis. The programme will integrate lectures, semi-live surgical demonstrations, and hands-on training to develop both theoretical knowledge and procedural skills. Key topics will include modern stone management strategies, imaging and surgical planning, advances in laser technology, and metabolic evaluation for stone prevention. Participants will engage in interactive surgical sessions focusing on ureteroscopy and PCNL techniques, alongside structured workshop rotations covering instrumentation, access techniques, and laser applications. The course will conclude with expert-led discussions on complication prevention and management, equipping delegates with practical, evidence-based approaches to improve clinical outcomes.
07h30 – 08h00 Registration & Welcome Coffee
08h00 – 08h10 Opening & Course Overview
Dr Cleve Oppel, Prof Lisa Kaestner, Prof Andreas Gross
08h10 – 08h30 Lecture 1: Modern Stone Management – Where Are We in 2026?
Prof John Denstedt
08h30 – 09h00 Lecture 2: Imaging & Planning for Stone Surgery
Prof van der Merwe
09h00 – 10h30 Semi-Live Surgery Session 1
Dr Haroun Patel, Dr Richard Cetti, Dr Christopher Netsch
Dr Richard Cetti
Dr Haroun Patel
Dr Christopher Netsch
10h30 – 10h50 Tea Break
10h50 – 11h10 Lecture 3: Technology Update
Dr Christopher Netsch
11h10 – 11h35 Lecture 4: Metabolic Evaluation & Stone Prevention
Prof Lisa Kaestner
11h35 – 12h20 Lunch
12h20 – 13h30 Semi-Live Surgery Session 2
Dr Richard Cetti, Dr Pieter Spies, Dr Cleve Oppel
Dr Richard Cetti
Dr Pieter Spies
Dr Cleve Oppel
13h30 – 16h10 Workshop Rotations: Theory & Hands-On
160 minutes · 8 stations · 19 minutes per station + 1 minute change-over. Attendees rotate through all stations in small groups (see allocation below).
16h10 – 16h30 Lecture 5: Complications in Stone Surgery – How to Prevent and Manage Them
Prof Andreas Gross
16h30 – 17h00 Panel Discussion & Take-Home Messages
All faculty
Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 08:00 – 13:00 (Half day – AM)
Faculty: Paddy Dewan, Ahmed Hadidi, Ahmed Adams, Izak van Heerden, Nico Lourens, Heidi Stephany, Manatsa Chimhamhiva, John Lazarus, Christina Ching, Freddie Classen
Chair: Prof John Lazarus and Dr Moathlodi Pule.
Workshop Overview:
This half-day workshop will focus on the management of common and complex paediatric urological conditions. The programme will combine state-of-the-art lectures with case-based discussions to address conditions such as hypospadias, neurogenic bladder, PUJ obstruction, traumatic urethral injuries, and disorders of sexual development. Emphasis will be placed on practical clinical decision making, the appropriate use of specialised investigations, and updates in surgical techniques. The inclusion of clinical case discussions and video-based demonstrations will enhance applied learning, allowing participants to engage with real-world scenarios. The workshop will also highlight global perspectives in paediatric urology, including challenges in resource-limited settings, ensuring a well-rounded and comprehensive understanding of current paediatric urology practice.
Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 12:00 – 16:00 (Half day – PM)
Faculty: Rami Issa, Marissa Conradie, Malcolm Dewar, Danelo du Plessis, Stuart More, Fernando Bianco, Greg Hart.
Chairs: Dr Malcolm Dewar and Dr Masithembe Mandla
Workshop Overview:
This oncology-focused workshop will provide a comprehensive update on the diagnosis and management of urological cancers, with emphasis on bladder, prostate, and kidney malignancies. The programme will cover advances in diagnostic imaging such as PSMA, focal therapies, and innovations in surgical techniques including robotic and nephron-sparing approaches. Semi-live video sessions will illustrate key procedures, while lectures will explore chemotherapy, trimodal therapy, and emerging treatment strategies. The workshop will offer a multidisciplinary perspective, enabling participants to understand evolving standards of care and integrate new technologies into clinical practice.
Date: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Time: 08:00 – 17:00 (Full day)
Faculty: Alex Mottrie, Chris Anderson, Raj Nair, Wayne Lam, Rami Issa, Greg Boustead, Lance Coetzee, Conray Moolman, Malcolm Dewar, Bhavik Shah
Chair: Dr Samkele Salukazana and Dr Mark Wellman.
Workshop Overview:
This full-day workshop will explore the latest developments in robotic-assisted prostate surgery, with a focus on robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy. The programme will include expert lectures, semi-live surgical video sessions, and hands-on simulator training. Key areas will include surgical approaches, robotic platforms, functional outcomes, survivorship, and complication management. Advanced topics such as artificial intelligence integration and complex case management will also be addressed. Interactive sessions and panel discussions will provide practical insights into improving surgical precision and patient outcomes in modern robotic urology.
Date: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Time: 08:00 – 12:00 (Half day – AM)
Faculty: Frans v Wyk, Lisa Kaestner, Steven Jeffery, Allison Moore, Farzana Cassiem, Bhavik Shah
Chairs: Prof Lisa Kaestner and Dr Amaan Omar
Workshop Overview:
This workshop will provide a practical update on female pelvic floor surgery and male reconstructive urology. The programme will combine lectures and video-based teaching to cover key topics such as stress urinary incontinence, pelvic floor anatomy, patient selection, and surgical techniques. Additional focus will be placed on troubleshooting, complication management, and the use of emerging technologies including robotics. Through case discussions and procedural demonstrations, participants will gain practical knowledge to enhance both diagnostic and surgical management in reconstructive urology.
Date: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Time: 12:30 onwards (Half day – PM)
Faculty: Andreas Gross, Karlheinz Jehle, Thomas Herrmann, Ansar Vance, Thys Engelbrecht, Winston Padayachee, Hilgard Ackermann, Jon Wicht, Santosh Bugwandin
Chairs: Dr Karlheinz Jehle and Dr Amaan Omar
Workshop Overview:
This workshop will focus on contemporary endourological management of benign prostatic obstruction. The programme will include lectures and semi-live video demonstrations covering anatomical endoscopic enucleation of the prostate, HoLEP techniques, and alternative treatments such as Rezum and PAE. Emphasis will be placed on patient selection, surgical anatomy, and technical execution, as well as complication prevention and management. Case-based discussions and expert insights will address complex clinical scenarios and the learning curve associated with advanced endourological procedures, providing participants with practical strategies for clinical implementation.
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