Advancing Robotic RARP Competence Through Structured Training At Orsi
Participant Profile:
Dr. Guillermo Baumeister
- Urology surgical resident
- Focus: Robotic and minimally invasive urology
- Vivantes, Berlin (DE)
- Training program: Robotic Urology Course - from Basic to Procedural Skills
What he was looking for
When Guillermo Baumeister enrolled in the ‘Robotic Urology Course – Basic to Procedural Skills for RARP’, he was looking for a training environment that combined validated simulation, structured mentorship and exposure to best practices in robotic urology. His goal was to strengthen technical proficiency in key steps of the robot-assisted radical prostatectomy and to deepen his overall confidence at the console.
"Some weeks leave a mark on you. This one did!"
Why he chose Orsi Academy
From the first day, the Orsi Academy simulation labs offered the structured, high-performance environment he was seeking. Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Alex Mottrie and supported by Orsi’s clinical fellows, the training followed a systematic progression using the da Vinci Surgical System.
"Stepping into Orsi's simulation labs felt like entering a place where precision, mentorship and innovation all move in the same direction."
The opportunity to train using the da Vinci Surgical System and learn the anastomosis technique developed at Orsi Academy was a key motivator.
A key component of the program included focused practice on the anastomosis technique developed at the training centre, an opportunity strongly valued.
Learning Experience: A stepwise progression
Across the five days, participants advanced through increasingly complex exercises, combining hands-on robotic training with immediate feedback and faculty debriefings.
Each day brought a new layer of progress, challenge and confidence.
The guidance he received resonated not only on a technical level but also on a human one.
“Their guidance was technical, of course, but also human.”
This combination of rigorous instruction and supportive coaching is a defining aspect of Orsi Academy’s approach.
The power of international teamwork
One of the most unexpected aspects of the training was the strong sense of camaraderie that formed among the group of international participants.
Sharing the experience with colleagues transformed long training days into an atmosphere of teamwork, constructive feedback and the occasional laugh.
Working side by side with peers from Germany, the United Kingdom, Mexico and beyond created a stimulating learning environment that transformed into a motivating collective journey where insights and feedback flowed naturally.
What surprised him most
As the week progressed, Baumeister experienced a renewed sense of purpose in his surgical career. The structured training not only advanced his practical competencies but also reinforced his motivation to continue evolving within robotic urology.
Leaving the course, Baumeister returned to his clinical practice with renewed enthusiasm and strengthened robotic capability, particularly in performing key steps of RARP with greater precision and confidence.
"This week was more than just a course. It was a reminder of why I chose surgery in the first place: to grow, to refine my craft and to remain at the forefront of medical innovation.
I leave Orsi Academy feeling inspired and motivated, and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue advancing in robotic and minimally invasive urological surgery."
