CMAS (Centre for Minimal Access Surgery)

CMAS (Centre for Minimal Access Surgery) Education & Innovation Excellence Joseph’s Healthcare one of the teaching hospitals affiliated with McMaster University.

The Centre for Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) was established in 1999 as a joint initiative of the Faculty of Health Sciences and St. The primary goal of CMAS is to provide training in advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery to surgical residents and practicing surgeons across Canada and North America.

We are thrilled to announce a new course this spring on pelvic floor imaging. Join us in person or online for a half day...
03/16/2026

We are thrilled to announce a new course this spring on pelvic floor imaging. Join us in person or online for a half day lecture series with the esteemed Laura Berg, BS, RDMS, RVT. Designed for clinicians and sonographers looking to expand their ultrasound skills this session explores pelvic floor anatomy, scanning protocols, trauma related injuries, treatments and more.

Over the last 2 days McMaster and NOSM general surgery residents have come together for the annual CMAS Advanced Resid...
02/20/2026

Over the last 2 days McMaster and NOSM general surgery residents have come together for the annual CMAS Advanced Resident Laparoscopic Surgery Course. It’s been two days full of talks, video review and hands on learning that included personalized coaching for each resident.

We are back for our first lab of the year! Our Gyne residents are honing their laparoscopic skills with handson practice...
02/11/2026

We are back for our first lab of the year! Our Gyne residents are honing their laparoscopic skills with handson practice in the lab.

📣REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the next Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound Course taking place May 8-9, 2026 in Hamilton, ON...
01/19/2026

📣REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the next Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound Course taking place May 8-9, 2026 in Hamilton, ON. This two day course combines didactics, case studies, simulations and hands on learning with live patients for an educational event you don’t want to miss. Join us in person or online.

January 20 is the application deadline for the Advanced GI MIS & Bariatric Fellowship with CMAS. Apply to learn from top...
01/12/2026

January 20 is the application deadline for the Advanced GI MIS & Bariatric Fellowship with CMAS. Apply to learn from top tier, innovative surgeons. Applications will be accepted through the fellowship council portal ONLY. See cmas.ca/fellowship or fellowship council.org for more details.

We are looking forward to another successful year of learning here at CMAS! To view event details visit cmas.ca/educatio...
01/08/2026

We are looking forward to another successful year of learning here at CMAS! To view event details visit cmas.ca/education

To everyone who attended, presented or sponsored a course; facilitated or participated in a lab session; or dropped by f...
12/23/2025

To everyone who attended, presented or sponsored a course; facilitated or participated in a lab session; or dropped by for skills practice and a chat:
THANK YOU for a wonderful year! Wishing you each a peaceful holiday season and happy new year!

12/06/2025

We are live at the Gynecologic Ultrasound Course, day 2! Case studies, simulations and live patient scanning.

LAST CALL! ⏳1 week left to register for the virtual experience at the Gynecologic Ultrasound Course, December 5-6. Don’t...
11/27/2025

LAST CALL! ⏳1 week left to register for the virtual experience at the Gynecologic Ultrasound Course, December 5-6. Don’t miss this amazing educational event.

11/07/2025

Wrapping up a FULL day of learning at the Comprehensive Laparoscopic Gynecology Course. Sessions included live surgeries, didactics and hands-on sessions. Looking forward to Day 2.

The Comprehensive Laparoscopic Gynecology Course is around the corner. We have one spot left for the full course, or joi...
10/08/2025

The Comprehensive Laparoscopic Gynecology Course is around the corner. We have one spot left for the full course, or join us for day 1 only! Don’t miss it! Visit cmas.ca/gyne-course for more details and to register!

We have a full line up of events this fall! Explore the schedule and secure your spot today! cmas.ca/education
09/02/2025

We have a full line up of events this fall! Explore the schedule and secure your spot today! cmas.ca/education

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50 Charlton Avenue E, Rm T2141
Hamilton, ON
L8N4A6

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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