THE CURRICULUM
Three Days That Will Transform Your Practice
Our curriculum takes you beyond the basics with a carefully structured, high-impact journey. Through world-class didactic sessions, recorded surgery, hands-on labs, and real-world case discussions, you’ll gain the expertise and confidence to elevate your practice immediately.
THE CURRICULUM
A COMPREHENSIVE.
STEP-BY-STEP.
TRANSFORMATIVE.
ONE SURGEON, ONE SURGERY.
Our curriculum takes you beyond the basics with a carefully structured, high-impact journey. Through world-class didactic sessions, recorded surgery, hands-on labs, and real-world case discussions, you’ll gain the expertise and confidence to elevate your practice immediately.
EVIDENCE-BASED CURRICULUM
Latest techniques and current best practices.
WORLD-RENOWNED FACULTY
Learn from pioneers and top breast surgeons.
HANDS-ON MASTERY
Extensive practice with Mastotrainer™ models and live tissue labs.
REAL-WORLD APPLICATION
Strategies you can implement immediately for better outcomes and higher RVUs.
SMALL-TO-PARTICIPANT RATIO
Personalized mentorship and direct faculty access.
THREE DAYS. SIX MODULES.
A Curriculum Designed to Elevate.
Each module builds upon the last—blending knowledge, skill, and application
so you leave with a clear plan for success.
DIDACTIC SESSIONS
Oncoplastic principles, patient selection, and surgical planning
RECORDED SURGERY / VIDEOS
Real cases with expert commentary and key takeaways
MASTOTRAINER™ LAB
Hands-on breast conservation techniques and flap design
PLANNING WORKSHOP
Preoperative mapping, markings, and aesthetic principles
EVENING CASE DISCUSSION
Complex case review and faculty roundtable
WHAT TO EXPECT
- High-yield didactic sessions
- Live surgery with expert insight
- Hands-on lab with Mastotrainer™
- Real patient case discussions
- Interactive faculty engagement
- Actionable takeaways you can use immediately
EVENING SESSION
Case discussions and faculty roundtable
MASTOTRAINER™ ADVANCED LAB
Hands-on practice with advanced oncoplastic techniques and flap design
PERFORATOR FLAPS
AICAP, MICAP, LICAP, and other dermoglandular flap applications
IMPLANT RECONSTRUCTION
Prepectoral and implant-based reconstruction with or without mesh
MAMMOPLASTY TECHNIQUES
Superior, Superomedial, and Inferior Pedicle approaches
NAC & SKIN-REDUCING PROCEDURES
Nipple-Areola Complex reconstruction, Goldilocks, and skin-reducing techniques
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Rotating hands-on surgical stations
- Advanced flap reconstruction techniques
- Implant and prepectoral reconstruction
- Personalized faculty instruction
- Repetitive skill-building practice
- Immediate clinical application
EVENING SESSION
Case discussions and faculty roundtable
CASE DISCUSSIONS
Interactive review of real-world patient cases and surgical decision-making
LIVE SURGERY REVIEW
Recorded procedures with expert commentary and clinical insights
OPERATING ROOM EXPERIENCE
Faculty-guided observation and discussion of operative strategies
OPEN FACULTY FORUM
Interactive discussions, questions, and practical implementation strategies
MENTORSHIP & PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
Ongoing mentorship, proctorship opportunities, and continued professional growth
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Real-world case discussions
- Recorded surgery with expert analysis
- Interactive faculty engagement
- Practice implementation strategies
- Mentorship and proctorship pathways
- Long-term professional development
EVENING SESSION
Case discussions and faculty roundtable
Course Overview
The Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course is an elite educational experience for general surgeons and breast surgical oncologists dedicated to oncoplastic breast surgery. Led by renowned specialists, Drs. Gustavo Zucca and Jean-Claude Schwartz, this program blends advanced theory with intensive hands-on training, mastotrainer™ simulators, surgical case recordings for in-depth discussions, and innovative technologies.
At the heart of the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course lies a commitment to excellence in patient-centered surgical care. We believe that combining oncologic safety with aesthetic precision is essential in modern breast surgery.
This course empowers participants to develop a comprehensive, personalized approach to reconstruction—grounded in innovation, anatomical knowledge, and artistic sensibility. Designed for surgeons seeking to refine their skills and elevate their practice, the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course delivers an immersive educational experience that redefines standards in breast reconstruction training.
Course Founders & Lead Faculty
Meet Gustavo Zucca, MD, PhD, and Jean-Claude Schwartz, MD, PhD, internationally recognized breast surgeons and educators with extensive experience in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery. Through the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course, they share their expertise, surgical techniques, and patient-centered approach to breast reconstruction, combining oncologic safety, innovation, and aesthetic excellence.
Gustavo Zucca, MD, PhD
Jean-Claude Schwartz, MD, PhD
YOU WILL EXPERIENCE
Three Days That Will Transform Your Practice
This is not a typical surgical course. It’s an immersive, high-impact experience designed to give you the skills, strategies, and systems you can implement immediately when you return home.
From advanced operative techniques to practice growth strategies, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to elevate outcomes and take your practice to the next level.
HANDS-ON.
HIGH-IMPACT.
Extensive hands-on training using Mastotrainer™ models and live tissue lab. Practice advanced techniques with expert guidance in a low-risk, high-yield environment.
LEARN. APPLY.
MASTER.
Master advanced oncoplastic techniques and reconstructive strategies that you can immediately apply in your practice with confidence.
REAL CASES.
REAL RESULTS.
Master advanced oncoplastic techniques and reconstructive strategies that you can immediately apply in your practice with confidence.
EXPERT MENTORSHIP.
Analyze real patient cases, make surgical decisions, and understand the rationale behind every step for better outcomes and fewer complications.
BUILD A BETTER PRACTICE.
Learn proven strategies to integrate reconstruction, increase RVUs, maximize revenue, and streamline your surgical workflow.
MARKET WITH CONFIDENCE.
Master medical photography, patient positioning, clinical image documentation, and visual case presentation to elevate the quality and consistency of your surgical records.
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