Stanford Sleep Apnea Course/Goode Lectureship

Why Attend?

This is the first course of its kind offered by the Stanford Sleep Surgery Division, providing unparalleled access to the team’s clinical experience and research leadership. Whether you are an established surgeon looking to expand your skillset or a newer practitioner seeking to deepen your understanding, this course offers a unique, immersive educational experience.

Drawing from our pioneering legacy as the premier center for OSA surgical care, this innovative, comprehensive course takes a fresh approach to OSA care, spanning everything from wearable technologies, patient phenotyping to cutting-edge surgical techniques and emerging therapies. You'll learn directly from Stanford's renowned sleep surgery faculty and alumni, alongside exceptional guest speakers from Silicon Valley and around the world.

The program combines dynamic lectures with real-world case discussions, and collaborative roundtables led by distinguished faculty from the US and internationally.

Faculty:

• Robson Capasso, MD (Course Co-Director)
• Pedro Gomes de Oliveira, MD, FEBOMFS (Course Co-Director)
• Atul Malhotra, MD (Guest of Honor)
• David T Kent, MD (Guest of Honor and Grand Rounds Speaker)
• Audrey Yoon, DDS
• Christopher Gouveia, MD
• Ryan Williams, MD, DMD
• Badr Ibrahim, MD, FRCSC
• Courtney Chou, MD
• Mohamed Abdelwahab, MD, PhD
• Allen Huang, MD, DDS
• Thomaz F Curado, MD, PhD
• Vikram Padhye, MD, PhD, FRACS
• Ahmed AlSayed, MD, MBBS, FRCSC
• Julianna Rodin, MD
• Yousif Alammar, MBBS, MSc, FRCSC
• & More

Course Highlights:

Comprehensive Lecture Sessions

Learn directly from world-renowned faculty through a dynamic series of lectures covering every aspect of sleep surgery — from advanced diagnostic approaches and patient selection to skeletal, soft tissue, and neuromodulation techniques. Each session is designed to combine evidence-based insights with practical pearls that you can immediately apply to your practice.

Interactive Case Discussions and Round Tables

Engage in in-depth case discussions and round table sessions focused on real-world decision-making, complication management, and surgical "tips and tricks." These sessions promote open dialogue and personalized learning in a collegial atmosphere.

Exclusive Networking Opportunities

Connect with leading surgeons and innovators from around the world. The course includes a welcome cocktail reception for all participants and a dedicated faculty dinner, fostering meaningful professional relationships and collaborations.

Hands-on Dissection Lab

Refine your surgical skills in an immersive cadaver dissection lab, guided step by step by Stanford’s expert faculty and distinguished guest instructors. Participants will have the rare opportunity to perform key sleep surgery techniques in a controlled, supportive environment — an invaluable experience that sets this course apart.

Limited Enrollment for an Optimal Experience

Enrollment is strictly limited to ensure an intimate learning environment and maximize hands-on opportunities. Early registration is highly recommended.

Cost and Registration:

The registration fee includes one and a half days of lectures, two half days of lab sessions, course materials, as well as breakfast, lunch, and refreshments.
Note that this is a non-CME opportunity. Early-bird available through May 6

• MDs or DDS - Lecture Only: $695 (Regular: $795. On-site: $895)
• MDs - Lecture + Cadaver Lab: $1,395 (Regular: $1,595)
• Residents and Fellows - Lecture Only*,**: $395 (Regular $445. On-site: $495)
• Residents and Fellows - Lecture + Cadaver Lab*,**: $695 (Regular: $895)
• APPs and other Allied Health Providers - Lecture Only: $495 (Regular $545. On-site $595)
• Industry Personnel: $895

* - Proof of training required upon registration

** - Stanford Residents should use institutional email for registration

Payment Information:

• No refunds
• Please complete the online registration form and select the payment option you prefer
• Registration will NOT be guaranteed until payment is received. Credit card payment online is recommended

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Locations:

Day 1 and 2 (lecture course):

Stanford Hospital Assembly Hall

Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA

Day 2 and 3 (two half-days laboratory):

Center for Clinical Sciences Research | Main Dissection Lab

269 Campus Drive, Stanford CA 94305

Parking:

• Stanford Hospital Visitor Garage: 200 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304 with a fee even after 4:00 PM
• parking lot L-17: Unnamed Road, Stanford, CA 94305; free after 4:00 PM
• Stock Farm garage: 360 Oak Rd, Stanford, CA 94305; free after 4:00 PM
• Roth Way Garage: 355 Roth Way, Palo Alto, 94304; free after 4:00 PM

Transportation:

• Marguerite Shuttle (Free Campus Shuttle): Medical Center Line (MC)
• General Transit and Parking Information: Stanford Transportation
• Caltrain (Regional Rail Service): Caltrain Weekday Timetable

Lodging: Participants are asked to arrange for their lodging at nearby hotels.

The Westin Palo Alto
675 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650)321-4422

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
625 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650)321-2800

Stanford Guest House
2575 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
(650)926-2800