Program The Course
Save the Date! The next edition of the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course will take place on Jul 31-Ago 02, 2026. Registration deadline, June 22
About the Course
The 2026 edition of the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course, held in Atlanta, Georgia (USA), was a remarkable success. Surgeons from different countries joined this exclusive three-day experience dedicated to mastering the latest reconstructive techniques in oncoplastic breast surgery
Under the scientific leadership of Dr. Gustavo Zucca and Dr. Jean-Claude Schwartz, participants combined advanced theoretical learning with intensive hands-on training — applying innovative concepts that elevate surgical outcomes and patient care.
This first edition established a new standard for professional training in breast reconstruction, fostering excellence, precision, and collaboration among surgeons worldwide.
Jul 31-Ago 02, 2026. Registration deadline, June 22
Stay tuned for updates about the next edition of the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course.
Welcome and Instructions
09:00 – 09:20: Welcome
09:20 – 09:30: Course Instructions
Session 1 – Essential Oncoplastic Principles
09:30 – 09:45: Basics: Crescent, Periareolar, Round Block
09:45 – 10:00: Breast Blood Supply
10:10 – 10:30: Mammoplasty: Superior / Inferior / Supero-medial / Lateral Pedicles
10:30 – 11:15: Markings: Wise-pattern Inverted T / Vertical Mammoplasty / Round Block
Session 2 – Perforator Flaps for Volume Replacement
11:15 – 11:25: LICAP
11:25 – 11:35: MICAP
11:35 – 11:45: AICAP
11:45 – 12:00: Other Dermoglandular Flaps
Lunch – 12:00 to 13:15
Session 3 – Conservative Mastectomies
13:15 – 13:25: Introduction
13:25 – 13:35: Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
13:35 – 13:45: Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
13:45 – 13:55: Skin-Reducing Mastectomy (With and Without Nipple Preservation)
13:55 – 14:05: Goldilocks Technique
14:05 – 14:25: Implants Overview
14:25 – 14:35: Mesh Overview
14:35 – 14:45: Subpectoral Pocket
14:45 – 14:55: Prepectoral Pocket
Coffee Break – 14:55 to 15:10
Session 4 – Background & Additional Topics
15:10 – 15:20: Anatomic Principles for Breast Reconstruction
15:20 – 15:30: Photography
15:30 – 15:40: Pathology Tips
15:40 – 15:50: Understanding Breast and Nipple Ptosis
15:50 – 16:10: Fat Grafting Overview
16:10 – 16:20: Nipple-Areola Complex Reconstruction
16:20 – 16:30: Extreme Oncoplasty / Split Reduction Wise Pattern
16:30 – 16:45: New Innovative Technologies in Reconstructive Breast Surgery
16:45 – 17:00: Summary & Discussion
Welcome and Instructions
09:00 – 09:30
LAB 1 – Rotating Practical Stations (Groups A, B, C)
09:30 – 11:00
Group A: Mastotrainer™ Practice – Crescent, Periareolar, Round Block
Group B: AICAP
Group C: Nipple-Sparing: Inframammary Fold Approach
11:00 – 12:00
Group A: Mastotrainer™ Practice – Crescent, Periareolar, Round Blocks
Group B: MICAP
Group C: Prepectoral Implant Reconstruction
Lunch – 12:00 to 13:15
13:15 – 15:30
Group A: Mammoplasty – Superior or Supero-medial / Inferior
Group B: LICAP
Group C: Implant-Based Reconstruction With or Without Mesh
14:30 – 16:00
Group A: Continued Mammoplasty
Group B: Other Dermoglandular Flaps
Group C: Skin-Reducing Techniques
16:00 – 17:00
Group A: NAC Reconstruction with Local Flaps
Group B: Goldilocks
Group C: Continued Practice
07:00 – 10:00: Welcome
OR / Amphitheater Sessions
Session 1: Case Discussion – Groups A, B, C
10:00 – 14:00: Recorded Surgery and Case Discussion – Groups A, B, C
Lunch – 12:00 to 13:15 – Open Discussion
14:00 – 16:00: Case Discussion – Groups A, B, C
16:00 – 17:00: Final Thoughts & Discussion, Presentation of Mentorship, Proctorship, and Quarterly Course Programs
Note: Groups rotate through the operating room.
Sponsors
Learning Objectives
Experience immersive, practical training with leading experts and refine your surgical approach to the forefront of oncoplastic breast surgery.
- Preoperative planning and medical photography
- Advanced suturing and wound care
- Advanced breast conservation techniques and autologous fat grafting
- Implant-based and autologous flap reconstruction
- Techniques using tissue expanders, acellular dermal matrix and mashes
- Explore the different MASTOTRAINER™ models with various oncoplastic breast surgery techniques: mastoplasties, mastopexies, LICAP, MICAP, AICAP, among others. Learn how to treat your patients with surgical refinement.
- How to enhance procedure coding for better financial reimbursement.
Course Founders & Lead Faculty
Meet the visionary surgeons behind the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Course: Drs. Gustavo Zucca and Jean-Claude Schwartz bring decades of combined expertise in breast reconstruction, innovation in oncoplastic techniques, and international recognition as leading educators in the field. Together, they have created a course that unites science. Learn their oncoplastic philosophy of treatment.
Dr. Gustavo Zucca, MD, PhD
Dr. Jean-Claude Schwartz, MD, PhD
Why This Course is Unique
- Dual focus on oncologic safety and aesthetic excellence
- In-depth exploration of both foundational and innovative techniques
- Direct mentorship from internationally renowned surgeons
- Structured for maximum practical exposure and case-based learning
- Exclusive, limited-enrollment format to ensure personalized guidance
About the Course
Course with Simulators and Recorded Surgeries
Elevate Your Expertise in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
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.
Who is This Course For?
Prepare to gain hands-on experience with world-class faculty and transform your approach to breast reconstruction.
Master high-complexity oncoplastic techniques to achieve the gold standard in patient care and increase your technical productivity (RVUs) by up to 50%. This program is designed for breast and general surgeons, from beginners to experts seeking to refine advanced maneuvers.
Ideal for professionals who want to improve their practical skills in breast reconstruction techniques, from conservative mastectomies to advanced flap procedures.
Perfect for those looking to integrate the latest innovations in surgical devices, implants, ADM, electrosurgery, and intraoperative radiotherapy into their clinical practice.
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