B.E.S.T. Innovation Course
Business, Engineering & Surgical Technologies (B.E.S.T.)
An interactive program built for forward-thinking individuals driven by innovation in minimally invasive surgery. B.E.S.T. was created by IRCAD—a global, non-profit institution committed to education, research, and surgical advancement.
What is B.E.S.T.?
The B.E.S.T. program was created in 2012. Our objective is to educate our audience in Minimally Invasive Surgical Strategies (MISS), regardless of their professional background, to make this training appealing and to spur surgical innovation. Education is provided through the Business, Engineering and Surgical Technologies (B.E.S.T.) education program, using the web and courses presented by the IHU Strasbourg, France.
The goal of the Business, Engineering and Surgical Technologies (B.E.S.T.) teaching method is to provide worldwide, high-quality, modern, and comprehensive education in minimally invasive surgical strategies and technologies among young professionals in medicine, engineering, and business. Through online interactive broadcasting and on-site teaching modules, the B.E.S.T. program functions as a talent incubator—educating and inspiring young professionals worldwide.
BUSINESS
商業
ENGINEERING
工程
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIES
手術科技
B.USINESS
商業
E.NGINEERING 工程
S.URGICAL T.ECHNOLOGIES 手術科技
Since 2017, IRCAD Taiwan has hosted this dynamic 5-day boot camp. It fuses innovation, surgical practice, and entrepreneurial thinking. Students collaborate across disciplines through a hands-on, challenge-based curriculum that emphasizes:
- Surgical innovation
- Biodesign thinking
- Team-based problem-solving
- Real-world pitching to professionals
The B.E.S.T. Five Day Workshop
A dynamic, five-day experience combining expert insights, hands-on innovation, and collaborative challenges.
KEYNOTE LECTURES
TEAM PROJECTS
TEAMWORK
TEAM BUILDING
SOCIAL EVENTS
HANDS-ON SESSIONS
B.E.S.T. Objectives
Cultivating future leaders in medical innovation and research.
COURSE DIRECTORS
Silvana Perretta
Professor of Surgery,
University of Strasbourg,
Vice President of IRCAD France
Dennis McWilliams
Partner at SANTÉ Ventures
B.E.S.T. INTERNATIONAL & LOCAL FACULTY
Wayne Huang – Dean of IRCAD Taiwan
Vivian De Ruikter – Senior associate, Intuitive Ventures
Richard Golfin III – Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Privacy Officer, Head of Legal, Alameda Alliance for Health
TOM TANG – Partner of Summed Taiwan,
General Manager of Maxima Biotech Inc.
General Manager of Maxima Biotech Inc.
Arthur Chen – Executive Director of B.E. Accelerator
Jowy Tani – CEO of Biomedical Accelerator, Taipei Medical University
Douglas Yang – Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, National Cheng Kung University
Sharon Yi – Deputy CEO of BioMed Accelerator, Taipei Medical University
Course Fees
Full-time Students
NT$10,000
US$325
Business Professionals
NT$50,000
US$1,615
- Includes: meals, shuttle bus, activities, materials
- Does not include: accommodation or personal expenses
Who Should Join
Students and professionals in medicine, engineering, and business with a passion for medical innovation and entrepreneurship.
Students in Medicine, Science, Business, Economy, etc.
Engineer
Doctors
Business Professinals
How to Apply
- Register online: EVE Platform
- Submit: Motivation Letter + CV/Resume
- Contact: register@ircadtaiwan.com.tw
- Complete the required online modules prior to the course
WebSurg: IRCAD’s Online University
WebSurg (World Electronic Book of Surgery) is IRCAD’s free online surgical university. Established in 2000 by Professor Jacques Marescaux and his team, it focuses on minimally invasive surgery. Designed to enhance medical and surgical training, WebSurg was created by surgeons for surgeons. Today, it stands as the global benchmark for online education in minimally invasive surgery, with over 430,000 members and more than 4,000 available videos.