A one-day introduction to robotic-assisted surgery, combining core principles of safe robotic practice with practical training on the Cornerstone Sentire RAS System.

The GOSH BRC's Paediatric Excellence Initiative (PEI) and GOSH Charity are delighted to host the inaugural National Paediatric Translational Research Conference.

This year's symposium will focus on Education in Paediatric Surgery, examining current challenges, innovations and future opportunities in surgical training. The 78th Simpson-Smith Memorial Lecture will be delivered by Mr Joe Curry, Paediatric Neonatal and Specialist Paediatric Colorectal Surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital and current President of the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons.

Course Objectives: To equip surgeons who treat children with paediatric knowledge and skills to enable them to confidently and safely deal with paediatric surgical care. To inform all surgeons in training of the unique factors around paediatric surgical care.

Topics covered: Oesophageal Atresia, Gastro oesophageal reflux disease, Achalasia Cardia, Outcomes in upper GI surgery.

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION IS OPEN. The meeting will have RCS CPD approval. There will be trainee research oral presentations competing for the SRS prestigious Patey Prize, and significant Surgeon Scientists will deliver inspirational talks.

This in person course is aimed towards senior paediatric surgery trainees due to take their exit examination and will cover the breadth of the syllabus.