At Urology 3D we continue to be committed to quality, innovative and sustainable surgical training. Along these lines, on March 10 and 17, 2025, two successful editions of partial nephrectomy and laparoscopic pyeloplasty course were held at the HM Sanchinarro Hospital (Madrid), with the participation of 30 urologists from different cities in Spain.
A course designed to learn by doing
Each training day was carefully structured in two parts. The first consisted of a theoretical session given by three leading figures in urology in Spain: Dr. Vital Hevia Palacios, Dr. Gema Duque Ruiz and Dr. Ricardo Brime Menéndez, urologists from ROC Clinic and HM Hospitales. During this phase, the anatomical fundamentals, surgical indications, operative techniques and possible complications of partial nephrectomy and pyeloplasty were addressed.
The second part of the course was eminently practical, with a Hands-on session in which attendees were able to apply the knowledge acquired in a safe and controlled environment. For this purpose, the kidney models developed by Urology 3D, specifically designed to accurately simulate complex laparoscopic procedures, were used to do this.
Technology at the service of surgical training
The models used during the course represent a significant advance in the teaching of urological surgery. Thanks to their anatomical realism, response to surgical instruments and texture similar to human tissue, they allow professionals to practice techniques such as tumor resection, intracorporeal suturing and pyelocaliceal reconstruction with unprecedented fidelity.
In addition, these models are vegan and sustainable, made without components of animal origin and with environmentally friendly materials. Not only does this eliminate the ethical and logistical risks associated with the use of biological tissues, but it also promotes more accessible, repeatable, and aligned training with the sustainability values we share at Urology 3D.
A high-level collaboration
This course has been possible thanks to the collaboration between Urology 3D, ROC Clinic and HM Hospitales Research Foundation, and has been sponsored by Casen Recordati, whose support has been key to bringing this training experience to a greater number of professionals.
From Urology 3D we want to thank all the attendees for their enthusiasm and commitment, as well as doctors Hevia, Duque and Brime for their dedication and teaching excellence. We also extend our thanks to ROC Clinic and HM Hospitales for providing the space and the necessary means for the development of the course.
Committed to the future of urological surgery
In a context where accuracy, safety and sustainability are more important than ever, at Urology 3D we continue to work to offer training solutions that are up to today’s challenges. These courses are an example of how technology can transform the way surgery is taught and learned, and we are proud to be a part of this change.
If you are a urology professional and you are interested in incorporating our models into your teaching practice, you can find more information about our kidney models: urology3d.com/products/kidney-10.