Live laparoscopic surgery performed for the first time in Macedonia

Recently, a symposium on microinvasive surgery in gynaecology and obstetrics in Macedonia was held in Skopje at the Holiday Inn Hotel, attended by international speakers.

Dr. Tashe Trpchevski, a prominent specialist, delivered a lecture accompanied by slides and video presentations, sharing the experiences of Hospital Plodnost in applying micro-invasive surgery—laparoscopy and hysteroscopy—to treat gynaecological conditions.

Simultaneously, Dr. Hristijan Trpchevski performed a live demonstration of a surgical procedure directly from the operating room in the hospital in Bitola. The surgery involved a patient with a gynaecological condition and included the removal of the uterus and lymph nodes.

“I am thrilled that this is the first live presentation of such a complex surgery in Macedonia, broadcast directly from the operating room. The procedure involved removing lymph nodes near blood vessels, a challenging and intricate operation. First, I must emphasize that very few gynaecologists in Macedonia perform such procedures laparoscopically. Second, this is the first time this complex and delicate surgery has been broadcast live to a large audience of experts in this field. Having the courage—and I would even say audacity—to present this technology to competent professionals who understand the intricacies of this field demonstrates mastery of the technique, as well as the skill and knowledge required for its execution.

We aim to share our knowledge and experience with other colleagues interested in this field. At the same time, we want to assure and inform our peers that Hospital Plodnost has become a reference center for what is known as advanced laparoscopic surgery. In the future, I hope live broadcasts of surgeries will become our standard practice at other symposiums, sessions, and congresses,” said Dr. Hristijan Trpchevski, an expert in endoscopic microinvasive surgery.