Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Spine Surgery Courses
Harrison Spinartus Hospital Chungdam
Plan for Training and related information:
The Advanced Endoscopic Spine Fellowship Program at Harrison Spinartus Hospital Chungdam is an intensive, observation-based (non–hands-on) course designed to provide a structured understanding of minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery.
The program focuses on both the theoretical foundations and the real-world clinical application of endoscopic techniques through case observation and discussion only.
The fellowship is led by Dr. Hyeun-Sung Harrison Kim and Dr. Dong-Hwa Heo, global pioneers in uniportal and biportal endoscopic spine surgery.
Under their supervision, fellows learn through live surgery observation, structured case reviews, and high-quality surgical video sessions. No hands-on operative practice is included in this program.
Trainees participate in lectures, live surgery observation, video-based learning, daily conferences, and case discussions, gaining a comprehensive understanding of surgical anatomy, endoscopic approaches, indications, case selection, and strategies for complication prevention and management.
All learning is conducted via observation and discussion, not by performing procedures.
The program curriculum focuses on 10 original “Harrison Techniques,” a series of innovative endoscopic spine procedures developed by the Harrison medical team:
- 1. SCOT (Suprapedicular Circumferential Opening Technique) – Suprapedicular decompression for migrated discs
- 2. Mobile Outside-in Approach – Dynamic foramen approach for multi-level disc locations
- 3. Structural Preservation IELD – Selective removal of ruptured disc while preserving normal structures
- 4. Annular Sealing Technique – Prevention of recurrence and degeneration through annular closure
- 5. PPPV – Cervical decompression without nerve injury
- 6. ICELF – Contralateral decompression for maximal relief
- 7. Outside-in Over the Top LE-ULBD – Multi-level stenosis decompression through a single incision
- 8. 9. One Block Resection – Simultaneous removal of multiple lesions via a single incision RF IELD – Radiofrequency-based endoscopic treatment for chronic pain
- 10. Endoscopic TLIF – Endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion under neural protection
Since its opening, Harrison Hospital has recorded and archived its endoscopic spine surgeries, providing trainees with access to a large educational video library of real operative cases used during teaching sessions.
Through this unique combination of live surgery viewing and real clinical discussions (without hands-on surgery), participants experience the core principles of precision-based, structure-preserving endoscopic spine surgery, which has positioned Harrison Hospital as a global leader in the field.
Eligibility and general information
• Open to doctors (neurosurgeons or orthopedic surgeons) and medical professionals interested in endoscopic spine surgery.
• Conducted on weekdays, starting at 08:00 and continuing until all scheduled surgeries are completed.
• Lunch break: 12:00 – 13:00.
• Includes theoretical lectures, live surgery observation, and case review sessions.
• Training language: English.
• Daily briefing and debriefing will be provided.
• Training facilities: Operating Room (4F) and Education Center (9F).
• Participant limit: Maximum 4 trainees
Upcoming Dates :
Feb. 23-25, 2026, 4seats
Mar 3-5, 2026, 4seats
Mar 9-11, 2026, 4seats
Mar 16-18, 2026, 4seats
Mar 23-25, 2026, 4seats
April 6-8, 2026, 4seats
April 13-15, 2026, 4seats
April 20-22, 2026, 4seats
April 27-29, 2026, 4seats
May 6-8, 2026, 4seats
May 11-13, 2026, 4seats
May 18-20, 2026, 4seats
June 8-10, 2026, 4seats
June15-17, 2026, 4seats
June22-24, 2026 4seats
June29-7/1, 2026, 4seats
Venue : 646 Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Registration
$6,600.00
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Why Choose
Harrison Spinartus Hospital?
• Origin of 10 globally recognized “Harrison Techniques” developed by our own medical team.
• Guidance from the most highly cited researchers in endoscopic spine surgery
The program is led by spine surgeons who rank among the world’s most highly cited
authors in endoscopic spine surgery (both uniportal and biportal), based on
scientific paper citations. They design and supervise the entire curriculum, providing an
integrated perspective that combines clinical practice and academic research.
• Comprehensive video archive of endoscopic spine surgeries
Since its opening, the hospital has systematically recorded and stored its endoscopic
spine surgeries. This extensive archive allows fellows to study a wide range of
pathologies, approaches, and surgical strategies through real operative videos used
during educational sessions.
• Observation-based training closely linked to real clinical practice
Each day follows a structured routine of pre-operative briefing → live surgery
observation → post-operative debriefing and case discussions, enabling participants
to observe not only surgical techniques but also case selection, surgical planning, and
strategies for complication management.
• A global hub for endoscopic spine education
Spine surgeons from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and other regions regularly visit
Harrison Spinartus Hospital. The program offers a truly international learning
environment and opportunities to build a global professional network in endoscopic
spine surgery.
