The document advertises the GEM Institute of Laparoscopy and Gastroenterology as India's first and most advanced laparoscopic training center. It provides an academic calendar for 2016 that lists various basic and specialty laparoscopic training courses covering areas like hernia, colorectal surgery, bariatrics, and gynecology. The courses range from 6 days for basic laparoscopy to 3 days for specialty courses, and include live surgeries, lectures, skills sessions, and certificates. Prof. C. Palanivelu's message promotes laparoscopy as integral to general and GI surgery today.