ECMINT 6.2 took place 8–12 December and focused on cerebral aneurysms. This second course of the sixth ECMINT cycle once again brought together an international faculty and a highly engaged group of participants.
We were particularly pleased to welcome a record number of online attendees, many of whom reported that the course worked very well for them and that the virtual format supported their learning effectively.
As ever, the scientific programme delivered an intensive and comprehensive mix of didactic lectures, small group tutorials, Q&A sessions and case-based discussions, culminating in the end-of-course exam on Friday morning. The breadth and depth of expertise shared by faculty ensured lively discussion and a strong focus on practical decision-making in the management of cerebral aneurysms.
And not to forget Wednesday’s networking dinner, which takes place in the Hall of the historic Balliol College. This is one of the perks of holding the course in beautiful and historic Oxford.
The continued growth of the online audience highlights the strength and maturity of ECMINT’s virtual offering, which allows participants from around the world to benefit fully from the course while maintaining the interactive character that defines ECMINT.
ECMINT is a unique and much appreciated course, and it would not be possible without the enormous contributions of many people. Our sincere thanks go to course directors Phil White, Adam Rennie and Anne Schmitt, and course administrators Tarryn Ching and Anna Dzido, for their tireless work. We are also deeply grateful to our outstanding faculty for sharing their time and expertise so generously; to the team at Reattendance for delivering the livestream and recordings; to our examination providers Orzone, and in particular Roger Karlsson; and to everyone else involved in making ECMINT 6.2 such a success.
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ECMINT (the European Course in Minimally Invasive Neurological Therapy) is ESMINT’s intensive theoretical training programme covering the full spectrum of neurointerventional practice. It consists of four courses delivered over two years. Participants based in Europe are strongly encouraged to attend in person, while the increasingly robust virtual format enables colleagues from around the world to participate.
All those who complete a full ECMINT cycle (and achieve satisfactory grades in the course quizzes) are eligible to sit the examinations leading to the European Diploma in Neurointervention (EDNI).
The next ECMINT course (6.3) will take place 22 – 26 June at St Anne’s College, Oxford. The topic is ischaemic stroke.
