Date: 19-20th September 2026
Master testicular sperm retrieval workflows with expert guidance
This intensive 2-day hands-on workshop provides personalized training focused on the laboratory management of severe male infertility and TESE-related procedures. By combining essential theory with extensive practical laboratory training, the course is designed to strengthen your competence and confidence in handling challenging azoospermia cases within the ART laboratory.
The Non-Obstructive Azoospermia: Management and Challenges in the ART Lab course offers a structured learning experience covering the theoretical background and practical laboratory workflows required for successful TESE programs.
Over two days, participants gain intensive experience in both theory and practice on:
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
• Embryologists
• IVF laboratory scientists
• Laboratory technicians
who wish to strengthen their expertise in managing severe male infertility and testicular sperm workflows in modern ART laboratories.
Prerequisites:
Basic experience in IVF laboratory procedures (e.g., sperm preparation, ICSI micromanipulation) is recommended to maximize learning outcomes.
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
Non-Obstructive Azoospermia: Management and Challenges in the ART Lab
Date: 19-20/09/2026
Day 1 – Saturday, 19 September 2026
(Theoretical Session)
Venue opens at 12:30 | Workshop starts at 13:00
| 13:00 – 13:05 | Welcome & Introduction Embryolab Academy – Mission & Vision
Alexia Chatziparasidou, PhD, MSc. PMI-RMP, Embryolab Academy Co-Founder Achilleas Papatheodorou, PhD., M.Med.Sc., Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE certified, Lab Director |
| Session I
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| 13:05 – 13:20 | Azoospermia: Prevalence, Causes & Treatment Options
Maria Mpaziakou, BSc, MSc, Biologist |
| 13:20 – 13:35 | The Reproductive Potential Of Spermatozoa From Men With: Abnormal Karyotype, Microdeletions or Cystic Fibrosis Carriers. What Are The Challenges?
Marianna Papadopoulou BSc, MSc Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE certified |
| 13:35 – 13:50
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Testicular Spermatozoa in OA & NOA Males: What Should We Expect?
Theodora Pavlidou PhD, MSc, PMI-RMP Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE certified |
| 13:50 – 14:05 | Use of Testicular Spermatozoa in Non-Azoospermic Males: Is There Meaning?
Achilleas Papatheodorou, PhD., M.Med.Sc., Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE certified, Lab Director
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| 14:05 – 14:20 | The Genetic Basis of Azoospermia
Alexia Chatziparasidou, PhD, MSc. PMI-RMP, Embryolab Academy Co-Founder |
| Q&A Discussion 10 minutes | |
| 14:30 – 15:00 | Coffee Break |
| Session II
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| 15:00 – 15:15 | Fresh vs Frozen Testicular Spermatozoa: Who Is the Winner?
Chara Oraiopoulou BSc., M.Res. Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE certified, Lab Supervisor |
| 15:15 – 15:30 | Artificial Oocyte Activation in Severe Male Infertility: Our New Aly?
Mary Karagianni, BSc, MSc, Clinical Embryologist |
| Q&A Discussion 10 minutes | |
| 15:40 – 15:55 | ICSI with testicular spz: Tips and Tricks
Martha Moisidou, BSc, MSc, PMI-RMP, Sr. Clinical Embryologist, ESHRE cert., Lab Dep. Director, Lab Quality Control Manager |
| 15:55 – 16:10 | The Doctors’ Point-of-View
Konstantinos Ravanos, MD, MSc, Gynecologist in Assisted Reproduction, Fertility Specialist |
| Day Overview-Q&A Discussion 20 minutes
Group Photo |
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| 18:00-20:00 | Workshop Dinner |
Day 2 – Sunday, 20 September 2026
(Hands-on Training)
Participants rotate in small groups across three practical training booths under expert supervision.
| 09:30 – 12:30 | | Hands-on Training – Rotation Session I |
| Booth 1 | – Testicular Tissue Processing
• Processing testicular tissue prior to micromanipulation or cryopreservation
– Testicular Tissue Processing • Processing testicular tissue prior to micromanipulation or cryopreservation |
| Booth 2 | – Sperm Cryopreservation
• Cryopreservation strategies in severe oligospermia & azoospermia |
| Booth 3 | – Sperm Selection Techniques
• Advanced sperm selection in severe male infertility cases |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | | Lunch Break |
| Certification Ceremony, and Group Photo | |
| 13:30 – 15:30 | | Hands-on Training – Rotation Session II
Continuation of practical training and completion of booth rotations. |
| 15:30 – 16:30 | | Round Table Discussion
Topic: Setting up and Continuous Monitoring of a Successful TESE Program Interactive discussion with experts and participants. |
| 15:30 – 16:30 | | Round Table Discussion
Topic: Final Q&A, Course Overview, |
Course Fee
€950 per participant
Included
• One day of theoretical lectures on azoospermia and TESE laboratory practice
• One day of hands-on laboratory training in small rotating groups
• Practice biological material
• Laboratory equipment and consumables
• Course manual
• Certificate of attendance
• Workshop dinner, lunches, and coffee breaks during training days
Not Included
• Travel and accommodation
• Meals outside scheduled course catering
Accommodation and transportation guidance can be provided upon request.
Payment
Details are provided during registration. Early registration is strongly recommended due to limited availability.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Transfers
Registration may be transferred to a future course (subject to availability) if requested at least 7 days before the course start date.
How to cancel
Send your written request by email to info@embryolab-academy.org.
Refund timing
Approved refunds are issued within 10–15 business days using the original payment method.
If the organizer cancels the course
Participants will receive a full refund or may transfer to a future course.
Participants who complete the workshop receive an official Certificate of Attendance from Embryolab Academy, an internationally recognized training provider in Assisted Reproduction.
The certificate is awarded after completion of the course and feedback evaluation.
