BackTable Brief: vNOTES I with Dr. Jan Baekelandt

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, host Dr. Mark Hoffman interviews Dr. Jan Baekelandt about the basics and history of vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES), including its learning curve for surgeons. Dr. Baekelandt explains the benefits of performing gynecological operations through the vagina rather than the abdominal wall, allowing for quicker recovery and reduced invasiveness. They discuss the historical context of vNOTES, the integration of laparoscopic tools, and the challenges and learning curves associated with mastering this dual-skillset procedure. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 00:14 - Understanding vNOTES 02:10 - Dr. Baekelandt’s Journey with vNOTES 04:03 - History and Technological Advancements 05:00 - TLH vs. vNOTES 07:36 - Challenges and Learning Curve in vNOTES CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE BackTable OBGYN Ep 31: The vNOTES Procedure https://www.backtable.com/shows/obgyn/podcasts/31/the-vnotes-procedure