Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners: Urinary, Gastrointestinal, & Basic Oncology Techniques
August 31 - September 2, 2026
During this course, participants will hear the most up-to-date information regarding urinary tract and gastrointestinal disease with a focus on surgical management of both benign and malignant disease. Lectures will be followed by laboratories that focus on having the participants perform the same procedures that were highlighted during the lectures. At the end of this course, participants will feel comfortable with many different urinary tract and gastrointestinal procedures, with a focus on procedures such as cystotomy, cystostomy tube placement, urethrostomy, gastrotomy, biopsy, enterotomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, local flaps, digit amputation and vulvoplasty.
Course Location:
Viticus Group Nashville Center 1
811 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
During this course, participants will hear the most up-to-date information regarding urinary tract and gastrointestinal disease with a focus on surgical management of both benign and malignant disease. Lectures will be followed by laboratories that focus on having the participants perform the same procedures that were highlighted during the lectures. At the end of this course, participants will feel comfortable with many different urinary tract and gastrointestinal procedures, with a focus on procedures such as cystotomy, cystostomy tube placement, urethrostomy, gastrotomy, biopsy, enterotomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, local flaps, digit amputation and vulvoplasty.
Learning Objectives
1. Demonstrate the ability to perform cystotomy and cystotomy tube placement procedures with proficiency.
2. Exhibit competence in performing urethrostomy and gastrotomy procedures.
3. Acquire the skills needed to conduct biopsy and intestinal resection procedures effectively.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in performing anastomosis and local flap techniques in urinary tract and gastrointestinal surgeries.
5. Develop the ability to perform digit amputation and vulvoplasty procedures with confidence.
6. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques involved in various urinary tract and gastrointestinal procedures.
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LAB INSTRUCTOR
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Hotel and Transportation Information
Preferred hotel options are available for WVC Academy Nashville participants, with select properties located within walking distance of the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Participants walking between nearby hotels and the Viticus campus should be aware that rain is possible; please plan accordingly.
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Hotels - Book Your Stay
Viticus Group has secured preferred rates at the following partner hotels for WVC Academy Nashville participants. Please click the blue links to book your stay.Stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
• 832 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214
• Located adjacent to Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.
• Closest access to the training facilities.
• Preferred rate: $139 or 15% off, whichever is lower.
• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.
• Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.
• Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance.
• 2825 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
• Located approximately 0.5 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.
• Convenient access within walking distance.
• Preferred rates: January–March $119, April–October $139, November–December $119.
• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.
• Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.
• Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance. Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available to and from the airport and to and from locations within a 2-mile radius of the hotel, including Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Shuttle service must be scheduled in advance with the hotel front desk.
Stay at AC by Marriott Nashville Downtown
• 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203
• Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.
• Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.
• Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.
• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.
• High-demand blackout dates may apply.
• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.
Stay at Springhill Suites by Marriott Nashville Downtown
• 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203
• Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.
• Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.
• Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.
• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.
• High-demand blackout dates may apply.
• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.
• 118 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203
• Located in The Gulch in downtown Nashville.
• Approximately 9 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.
• Convenient access to restaurants and entertainment.
• Preferred rates: January–March $179, April–June $199, July–August $179, September–December $199.
• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.
• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.
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Transportation
Airport Transportation
Element Nashville Airport and Home2 Suites both offer airport shuttle service. Please arrange airport transportation directly with your hotel. Shuttle schedules and availability may vary.
Hotel Transportation to Viticus Group Nashville Center 1
Element Nashville Airport:
Transportation between the hotel and the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance. Complimentary shuttle service is available at the hotel both to-and-from the airport, and to-and-from locations within a 2-mile radius of the hotel, including the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Shuttle service must be scheduled in advance with the hotel front desk.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport:
Transportation between the hotel and the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance.
Staying Elsewhere
If you choose to stay at Caption by Hyatt or another hotel in the Broadway or downtown areas, you will need to arrange your own transportation to-and-from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.
