Minor Surgery Course
Course Summary
Amongst our growing portfolio of courses, we have often been asked to provide courses on minor surgery, local anaesthesia, joint injections and many more.
Many practitioners do not feel confident in starting these procedures themselves, or they may require an update mandated by NHS England or their CCG.
To meet this need we have partnered with Dr Jonny Herron – Plastic Surgeon Registrar, who have been performing Minor Surgeries for nearly a decade. He has taught and received positive feedback from thousands of doctors and GPs in this time. We completely share his passion for equipping primary care with the best skills, knowledge and techniques, and enabling practices to offer a gold standard surgical service to their patients.
- Duration: 1 Day
- Cost: £699
- Level: Advanced
- Location: Chelsea, London
- Hands-on training: Yes
- CPD points: 10
What we cover
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Draw and ellipse
- Identify and remove dog ears
- Select the appropriate suture technique for a given wound
- Perform a variety of suture techniques, including vertical mattress, horizontal mattress,
- Sommerlad stitch, simple interrupted, subcuticular, and deep dermal stitches
- Handle surgical instruments safely and effectively
- Determine when to send a specimen for histopathology
- Drain an abscess using two different techniques
- Remove a cyst
- Understand the principles of skin tension and skin anatomy
- Identify the basics of skin lesions and margins for excision
What to expect
The focus of the 1 day minor surgery course is a comprehensive, interactive theory as well as full practical hands on experience using modern instruments, various surgical techniques on animal models.
Maximum number of students per training: 10.
Requirements
This course is suitable for GP’s, doctors, ANP, ENP, practice nurses looking to expand their skills.
Agenda
Morning Session
Introduction to minor surgery:
- Define minor surgery
- Discuss the types of minor surgery that GPs and ANPs typically perform
- Review the indications and contraindications for minor surgery
Skin tension and skin anatomy:
- Discuss the principles of skin tension
- Describe the different layers of the skin
- Identify the different types of skin lesions
Basics of skin lesions and margins for excision:
- Discuss the different types of skin lesions that can be excised
- Explain the principles of margin selection
Drawing an ellipse:
- Demonstrate how to draw an ellipse
- Discuss the importance of drawing an accurate ellipse
Removing dog ears:
- Demonstrate how to remove dog ears
- Discuss the importance of removing dog ears
Local anaesthesia:
- Discuss the different types of local anaesthesia
- Demonstrate how to administer local anaesthesia
Suture selection:
- Discuss the different types of sutures
- Explain how to select the appropriate suture for a given wound
Suture techniques:
- Demonstrate a variety of suture techniques
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different suture techniques
Instrument handling:
- Demonstrate how to handle surgical instruments safely and effectively
Afternoon Session
When to send a specimen for histopathology:
- Discuss the indications for sending a specimen for histopathology
- Explain how to obtain a specimen for histopathology
Draining an abscess:
- Demonstrate how to drain an abscess
- Discuss the different techniques for draining an abscess
Removing a cyst:
- Demonstrate how to remove a cyst
- Discuss the different techniques for removing a cyst
Practical skills workshop:
- Participants will have the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned throughout the course
MCQ Test
- Participants will take an MCQ test to assess their knowledge of the theoretical aspects of minor surgery
Payment
PAYMENT HAS TO BE MADE TO SECURE YOUR BOOKING. ONLY BANK TRANSFER IS ACCEPTED.
Payment Details:
BANK: Starling Bank
PAYEE: SJL Healthcare Limited
SORT CODE: 60-83-71
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 97484551
REFERENCE: (YOUR FULL NAME)
Please send the payment confirmation to: [email protected]
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Susan Langridge — Clinical Director
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