Abstracts and Clinical Case Submissions

Delegates are strongly encouraged to submit either a minimally invasive cardiac abstract, clinical case or short video (please see details below).

The shortlisted entrants will be invited to present their submission at the meeting.

Presentations should last no longer than 2 minutes with an additional 3 minutes allocated for questions and discussion.

Abstracts

Please submit a Word document, no greater than 500 words and arranged into the following subheadings (introduction/methods/results/conclusion).

Clinical Case/Video

Should focus on an interesting clinical case with a challenge unique to minimally invasive cardiac management.

Please submit a PowerPoint slide deck (16:9) or a 2 minute video on the following:

· Presenting details

· Initial assessment

· Images (as appropriate)

· Clinical decision-making and equipoise

· Clinical course and outcome

Please ensure all patient-identifiable information is redacted and appropriate patient consent is obtained.

How to Enter

Please register at the top of this page, you can either upload the file into the file upload field when registering, or email to tilly@millbrookconferences.co.uk. 

The winner will be announced at the conference dinner and therefore you must be in attendance.

You have until Sunday 15 November to submit your abstract/case/video.

COMPETITION WINNER 2024

"I was fortunate to attend ISMICS 2025 in Istanbul, supported by BISMICS, where I had the opportunity to present my winning BISMICS video, “ASD Closure via a Partial Lower Mini Sternotomy.” The conference brought together leading experts in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and it was both a privilege and an inspiration to learn directly from pioneers in the field, including the renowned Mr Husam Balkhy, the current ISMICS President.

Panel discussions sparked engaging debates on contemporary approaches to mitral valve repair and coronary surgery, offering valuable insights into evolving surgical techniques. I particularly appreciated the chance to speak with UK surgeons about how they are integrating minimally invasive practices into their work, which deepened my understanding of the practical challenges and innovations within the NHS.

In addition to the academic content, I was able to explore hands-on learning through the da Vinci simulation robots provided by Intuitive, enhancing my familiarity with robotic systems in a practical, interactive setting.

Beyond the lectures and simulation labs, the conference provided a vibrant environment to reconnect with friends and fellow students from across the globe, supporting one another’s presentations and sharing our passion for cardiothoracic surgery. Exploring the beautiful city of Istanbul added a cultural dimension to the experience, making it both academically enriching and personally memorable.

Attending ISMICS has been incredibly beneficial for my education and career development, and I am sincerely grateful to BISMICS for making this experience possible." - Natasha Bocchetta

BISMICS 2024 Shortlist Finalists

Kristine Santos (New Vision University Hospital), Natasha Bocchetta (Hull York Medical School) and Henri Bartolozzi (University Hospital Galway)

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