Courses Overview
Surgical Oncology Principles:
lymph nodes, cutaneous tumors and plastic surgery
Dr. Maurizio Annoni
DMV, President of SIONCOV, VSSO, SCIVAC, SCVI
Prof. Marina Martano
DVM, PhD, Full Professor at the University of Parma, Head of the Surgery Section
June 15-18 2026 | Shanghai, China
Course Overview
1. Build a Strong Surgical Foundation
Gain a systematic understanding of oncologic staging principles, biopsy techniques, tumor margin assessment, and multimodal treatment planning. This module strengthens clinical reasoning and establishes a standardized, evidence-based surgical approach.
2. Master Sentinel and Regional Lymph Node Mapping & Dissection
Learn the principles of sentinel and regional lymph node mapping, followed by practical training on head and neck, axillary, inguinal, and other key anatomical regions. Participants will develop confident, precise techniques for lymphadenectomy in oncologic patients.
3. Comprehensive Flap and Grafting Techniques
Deep dive into reconstructive options after tumor resection, including local flaps (transposition, rotation), axial pattern flaps, and full-thickness free grafts. Learn how to select and apply the right reconstructive strategy to successfully close challenging surgical defects.
4. High-Intensity, Fully Aligned Wet Lab Training
Hands-on sessions closely integrated with theory. Practice multiple biopsy methods, multi-site lymph node dissections, and various flap and graft reconstruction techniques, ensuring true skill acquisition and surgical confidence.
Curriculum
*Course Details & Instructor Subject to Adjustments.
Please refer to the final official announcement for the most up-to-date information.
Day 1
● Staging in surgical oncology
● Biopsy techniques
● Excision modalities and margins
● Moltimodal approach
Day 2
● Regional and sentinel lymph nodes: rational and mapping
★ Wet Lab:
● Biopsy techniques: punch, tru cut, incisional, needle core bone
● Lymphadenectomy of of head&neck, cervical lymph nodes
● Lymphadenectomy of axillary, inguinal, popliteal and iliac lymph nodes
Day 3
● Cutaneous and subcutaneous tumors: biology and staging
● Local flap: transposition, rotation
● Distant flap: main axial pattern flaps
● Free graft and tension release techniques
★ Day 4 - Wet Lab
● Local flap: head and legs
● Axial pattern flap: thoracodorsal and angularis oris
● Axial pattern flap: caudal superficial epigastric and lateral caudal
● Free graft
Instructor
Dr. Maurizio Annoni
Clinical Director
President of the Italian Veterinary Oncology Society (SIONCOV）
Member of veterinary Society Surgical Oncology (VSSO)
Italian Companion Animal Veterinary Association (SCIVAC)
Italian Veterinary Surgery Study Group (SCVI)
DVM, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy, College of Veterinary Medicine
International Externship in Tufts University, USA, Vienna University, Austria, Clinique Vétérinaire Frégis, Paris, France
PUBBLICATIONS:more than five SIONCOV Guidelines
First-authored or corresponding-authored papers in the past three years (in journals such as Vet Comp Onc and Front. Vet. Sci ).
Prof. Marina Martano
DVM, PhD
Full Professor of Veterinary Surgery at the Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Parma, Italy; Head of the Surgery Section.
Specialist in Soft Tissue Surgery & Small Animal Oncology
PhD in Veterinary and Comparative Oncology, University of Turin
Advanced oncology training at Urbana-Champaign and Madison (USA)
20+ years in academic surgical oncology
Author of multiple international publications & contributor to major oncology textbooks
Experienced international speaker
Key interests: oncologic surgery (sarcomas, mandible/maxilla, mast cell tumors, osteosarcoma, feline nasal SCC), reconstructive surgery, and ear surgery
Payment Method
· Bank Transfer (CNY / EURO / USD / HKD )
· Alipay
Course Fee
| Four-module Combined Registration | 36,000 CNY
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| Module 1 Surgical Oncology Principles, lymph nodes, cutaneous tumors and plastic surgery | 13,999 CNY
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| Module 2 Head & neck, oral and G-I tumors | 13,999 CNY |
| Module 3 Abdominal tumors: pancreas, adrenal, spleen, liver and uro-genital | 13,999 CNY |
| Module 4 Surgery of thoracic and bone tumor, MIS and IR in oncology | 13,999 CNY |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
· More than 10 days before the course: 90% of the tuition will be refunded. Within 10 days before the course: Only 50% of the tuition will be refunded. Alternatively, your spot can be transferred to another participant.
· In case of course-related changes (e.g. rescheduling or venue change), a full refund can be requested. No additional compensation will be provided.
· Refunds are typically processed within one month. Thank you for your patience.
· If an invoice is required, please submit your request within 3 months after the course ends. Invoices must be issued within the same calendar year as the tuition payment. No refunds will be processed once an invoice has been issued.
