The First Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course in Estelí, Nicaragua

Equipment Setup

Adjusting the Electronic Equipment	Sheets are draped across the windows to darken the room.

The patient is prepared for the surgery	The surgeons set up their instruments

Physicians Involved
Ramon Berguer, MD: Chairman of Medical Training International
Israel Kontorovsky, MD: Director of Surgery, Estelí Hospital
Jose Vilchez, MD Surgeon at Estelí Hospital
Dr. Sanchez, Surgeon at Estelí Hospital
Mark A. Pleatman, MD Tutor for Drs. Sanchez and Vilchez