Minimally invasive surgeries remain a highly specialized field, requiring immense training under expert guidance. With the advancement in surgical techniques and technology, minimally invasive surgeries are constantly gaining popularity. The Surgical Skills Centre at World Laparoscopy Hospital, developed by Professor R.K. Mishra in the year 2000, has facilities that include wet labs with workstations equipped with state-of-the-art laparoscopic equipment,  task trainers, and computer workstations that permit virtual reality as well as Hands-On training in minimal access surgery. A new online training tool that can quickly teach doctors how to perform laparoscopic surgery under the direction of an expert consultant has been launched to support the World Laparoscopy Hospital response to COVID-19. Coronavirus/COVID-19 has been declared as Pandemic by World Health Organisation (WHO) and there is a sense of fear and panic all around the globe. Since the first case of COVID-19 has emerged in India, state governments are taking all the possible precautionary steps to curb the spread of the disease and that include shutting down educational institutes, vacating hostels, postponing entrance examinations, convocation ceremonies, and more. 



Professor R. K. Mishra, medical director at World Laparoscopy Hospital, said: “It takes years to specialize a clinician in minimal access surgery; while this new training course is not designed to replace this expertise, it will enable health systems across the world to act now and provide the care that their patients desperately need. The response to COVID-19 will benefit from the continued collaboration of researchers, clinicians, and industry to get innovations into practice and achieving patient benefit.”

World Laparoscopy Hospital is continuing its activity of training surgeons and gynecologists, said Dr. R.K. Mishra director of the institute, but we have taken many measures to make our course COVID-19 secured. 

1. Limited Size of Batch
2. 28 HD Laparoscopic Workstation to give enough social distancing
3. Use of N 95 Mask during Lab and PPE kits during dissection and OT Session

In the wake of this emergency, educational institutes around the globe are shifting their operations to online learning but laparoscopy is a skill and can not be learned online. Even the World Laparoscopy Training Institute, Dubai and Florida, USA will now resume it's all the batched as usual. 



In a press release, World Laparoscopy Hospital, Gurugram administration has stated that the Institute will maintain the teaching-learning process in all postgraduate programs for surgeons and gynecologists. Apart from the regular Hands-On course at the institute, there will be an online question-answer session via video conferencing every Sunday (12 PM to 02 PM) on the institute website by the respective professor including Prof. Dr. R.K. Mishra and Dr. Vivek Bindal. The process of online teaching and learning will go on regularly.

We have entered the fourth phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Coronavirus fractured a large chunk of India’s education system. Because of the emergency caused due to COVID-19, many medical institutions of India have decided to cancel all their classes, examinations, and public gatherings. Top medical school like AIIMS and more have postponed their ceremonies to avoid large gatherings. 

COVID-19 has underlined the need for hospitals to leverage technology to train their staff to be in a constant state of readiness and ensure that they are competent to fight any kind of crisis. World Laparoscopy Hospital is a comprehensive learning, training, and skill development platform for healthcare professionals to improve healthcare delivery. 

There are several advantages of laparoscopic online classes, including:

Convenience: Online classes are more convenient than traditional in-person classes, as you can attend them from anywhere with an internet connection. This is particularly helpful for people who live in remote areas or have busy schedules.

Cost-effective: Online classes are often less expensive than traditional classes because they don't require the same overhead costs for classroom space and equipment.

Flexibility: Online classes offer more flexibility in terms of scheduling and pacing. You can often work at your own pace and complete assignments on your own time.

Interactive learning: Online classes can offer interactive learning experiences through virtual simulations and case studies. This can be particularly helpful in laparoscopic training, as it allows learners to practice and apply their knowledge in a safe and controlled environment.

Access to expert instructors: Online classes can provide access to expert instructors who may not be available in your local area. This can be particularly valuable for learners who are looking to learn from the best in the field.

Improved retention: Studies have shown that online learning can lead to improved retention of information compared to traditional classroom learning. This is because online classes often use multimedia tools like videos and interactive quizzes that can help reinforce learning.

Increased engagement: Online classes can offer a more engaging learning experience compared to traditional classroom learning. This is because they often use interactive tools like discussion boards and online group projects that encourage collaboration and active participation.

Access to a global community: Online classes can provide access to a global community of learners who share similar interests and goals. This can be particularly helpful in laparoscopic training, as it allows learners to connect with others who are passionate about the field and exchange knowledge and ideas.

Immediate feedback: Online classes often provide immediate feedback on assignments and quizzes, which can be helpful for learners who want to gauge their progress and identify areas for improvement.

Personalized learning: Online classes can offer personalized learning experiences through adaptive learning technologies that adjust the course content based on a learner's individual needs and performance. This can be particularly helpful in laparoscopic training, as it allows learners to focus on areas where they need the most improvement.