General Surgeons, Colorectal Surgeons and Bariatric Specialists:

The 13th Annual Minimally Invasive Surgery Symposium (MISS) will offer compelling lectures, surgical video presentations, and lively discussion and debate by world-renowned experts on advanced laparoscopic techniques for managing metabolic disorders, hernia, and diseases of the colon.

Why Attend the Minimally Invasive Surgery Symposium (MISS)?

• To learn about the latest advances in minimally invasive surgery from the world's leading experts


• To interact with high level surgeons in an informal atmosphere conducive to peer-to-peer learning


• To engage in lively debate on controversial subjects and new techniques


• To participate in an educational opportunity for your entire bariatric team with pioneers in the field


• To earn up to 27.25 CME Credits


• To take part in an interactive Town Hall with ASMBS leaders on new quality program standards (MBSAQIP).

Dear Colleague

It is my pleasure to invite you to the upcoming Minimally Invasive Surgery Symposium (MISS), March 6-9, 2013 at the Red Rock Las Vegas – our 13th annual gathering of the thought leaders and pioneers in minimally invasive surgery.

This 3.5 day educational conference offers an outstanding opportunity for you to learn about the most advanced laparoscopic techniques in bariatric/metabolic, colon, and hernia surgery.

MISS is known for a casual, collegial atmosphere that fosters open discussion and debate. The spirited interaction between the experts on our podium and the surgeons in our audience creates an superior peer-to-peer learning experience for surgeons of every level.

Back by popular demand, our 2013 program also offers optional hands–on workshops (extra fee required) that provide an outstanding opportunity to improve participants' laparoscopic suturing and interventional endoscopy skills and a practice management workshop (extra fee required) designed to help manage risk in the bariatric practice . Seating at these workshops is limited–so make your plans to attend as soon as possible!

Our venue, the Red Rock Las Vegas, is ideally situated at the entrance to the spectacular Red Rock Canyon and a short drive from the airport and the Las Vegas Strip. Rates at this luxurious property are just $160 a night for MISS participants. Take advantage of our discount rate to enjoy exhilarating recreational such as rock climbing, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking and kayaking in the breathtaking Red Rock Canyon during one of the best times of the year!

We offer flexible registration options and early bird rates that make MISS a very affordable as well as an enjoyable educational experience.

I hope to see you and your colleagues at the 2013 MISS!

Sincerely,



Philip R. Schauer, MD
Chief, Minimally Invasive General Surgery
Cleveland Clinic
Executive Director, MISS