Meet the Professor Breakfast: MTP-S1 Parastomal Hernia-Sold Out

Sunday, May 10, 2026

6:45 AM - 7:45 AM ET

Ask the Experts Discussion Leader(s)

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Brian Bello, MD

Regional Chief of Colorectal Surgery
MedStar Health

All disclosed relationships have been reviewed and managed prior to the start of this activity. Any relevant relationships will be listed below. This individual has no financial relationships to disclose
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Jenny Speranza, MD, FACS, FASCRS (she/her/hers)

Professor of Surgery
University of Rochester
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY, United States

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Registration is required. You will confirm your place by selecting this Meet the Professor under the “Event Fee” option while registering.

CME: 1 hour

This interactive session will explore key decision-making strategies on when surgical intervention is warranted and discuss the latest techniques for effective repair, including mesh options, minimally invasive approaches, and prevention strategies. Gain insights from real-world cases and engage with faculty during Q&A to refine your surgical approach to this challenging condition.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Identify clinical indications for surgical intervention in patients with parastomal hernias, including symptom severity, complications, and patient-specific factors.
Evaluate and compare surgical techniques for parastomal hernia repair, including open, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches, with emphasis on mesh placement strategies.
Recognize preventive measures and best practices to reduce the risk of parastomal hernia formation during initial stoma creation.