Introduction to Laparoscopic Theatres

Category: Training - Other

Date: February 22nd 2013 8:30am until 5:00pm

Location: Mendip Room, Royal United Hospital, Bath BA1 3NG

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Aimed at Foundation Doctors (Y1-2) plus Core Trainees and non training grades interested in a basic grounding in laparoscopy.  The knowledge and skills covered in this course will be relevant to general, colorectal, upper GI surgery plus gynaecology and urology.  Other healthcare professionals who are developing their roles in laparoscopic theatres are also welcome to attend.

Delegates attending this course will benefit from:

  • At least 4 hours of hands-on practical sessions
  • An overview of laparoscopy
  • Preparation and patient positioningg
  • Laparoscopic equipment and instrumentation
  • Safe access techniques
  • Laparoscopic camera skills
  • Laparoscopic dissection skills
  • Safe elecgtrosurgery and new dissection technologies
  • Laparoscopic tissue approximation
  • Completion of the operation

Trainees £200

AHP £75

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