Basic Skills in Paediatric Surgery

This course is convened by Miss Amanda McCabe and Mr Fraser Munro.

Aims and Objectives

This course aims to help paediatric trainees consolidate the basic surgical skills of knot-tying by hand and instrument.  Opportunity will be given to demonstrate proficiency in these skills on an individual basis using formal procedure-based assessments.  Laparoscopic tissue handling and sutering skills will be practised using animal models.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the principles of a small bowel anastomosis
2. Demonstrate technique of open line insertion and vascular control with regard to the neonate
3. Dissect the neck to locate and isolate the oesophagus
4. Describe the embryology and anatomy of the neck and the anatomy of the chest wall
5. Perform a thoracotomy followed by an oesophageal anastomosis akin to the neonatal TOF operation.
6. Demonstrate a simulated neonatal laparotomy
7. Fashion an ileostomy and Stamm Gastrostomy

Participant Feedback

“Good course and good opportunity to practice skills which you do not necessarily get to perform everyday”, “Well organised and enjoyable”, “Great hands on  practice”.

Registration

For more information and registration please see the college website.