These are various courses taking place throughout Great Britain at various centres:

If you wish to apply for your course to be accredited by us, you will need to complete the Course Accreditation Process. Please click HERE to fill in the Course Accreditation form

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Our courses (robotic and laparoscopic) are open to all surgeons, even if the text of an individual posting refers to Trainee or Consultant Surgeons only, Fellows and Specialty Doctors are equally welcome. For any enquiries, please use the contact information in the individual posting. For all ALSGBI-badged courses, attendees must bring evidence of identity eg credit/debit card. 

RCS England Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 27th & 28th February 2024

To book, please click on the image below, there is a 5% discount for ALSGBI members. Suitable for CT1-2, ST3 – 4 & SAS grades

 

After attending this course, you should be able to:

  • identify techniques for access and closure;
  • demonstrate a range of suturing and knot-tying techniques;
  • perform key laparoscopic surgery procedures with improved hand–eye coordination, depth perception and surgical precision;
  • demonstrate knowledge of common laparoscopic procedures, including peptic ulcer repair, appendicectomy and cholecystectomy;
  • assess and anticipate a range of complications and demonstrate how to deal with them.

Please click HERE for the programme.

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RCS England Intermediate Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 29th February & 1st March 2024

To book, please click on the image below, there is a 5% discount for ALSGBI members. Suitable for ST3 – 5 & SAS grades

 

After attending this course, you should be able to:

  • Outline the principles of good ergonomic port placement and surgeon and instrument positioning
  • Demonstrate a range of advanced suturing and knot tying techniques
  • Perform advanced laparoscopic surgery procedures including closure of a hiatus hernia and a secure fundoplication on a model
  • Demonstrate how to use an ultrasonic dissector effectively
  • Demonstrate wide-ranging knowledge in laparoscopic surgery and operative procedures, including gastroenterostomy and laparoscopic pyloroplasty
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ALSGBI Intermediate Skills in Robotic Surgery course – 27th & 28th March 2024

Before attending this course, please click HERE and read the preparatory resources. To apply, please email jtreglohan@alsgbi.org

Please only make payment when you have been accepted onto the course

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ALSGBI Intermediate Skills in Robotic Surgery Course - 12th & 13th September 2023
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Colorectal Robotic Surgery Cadaveric course – 20th & 21st May 2024

Cadaveric dissection is an ideal technique, which offers clinicians the opportunity to practise, refine and develop operative skills necessary for real-world procedures. It allows clinicians to accomplish specific skill acquisition goals and reinforce good practice.

FULLY BOOKED as of 16.2.24, to go on the reserve list please email kamrun.nahar4@nhs.net

The course fee is GBP 750/day x 2

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RCS England Intermediate Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 21st & 22nd May 2024

To book, please click on the image below, there is a 5% discount for ALSGBI members. Suitable for ST3 – 5 & SAS grades

 

After attending this course, you should be able to:

  • Outline the principles of good ergonomic port placement and surgeon and instrument positioning
  • Demonstrate a range of advanced suturing and knot tying techniques
  • Perform advanced laparoscopic surgery procedures including closure of a hiatus hernia and a secure fundoplication on a model
  • Demonstrate how to use an ultrasonic dissector effectively
  • Demonstrate wide-ranging knowledge in laparoscopic surgery and operative procedures, including gastroenterostomy and laparoscopic pyloroplasty
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Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Course, Derby – 3rd & 4th June 2024

To book, please email dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net 

This course is ALSGBI accredited, and there is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members. 

 

Contact Name Milly Mistry/Sarah Backhouse
Contact Email dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net
Location (where known) Royal Derby Hospital
Course duration 2 Days
CME points available (optional) 12
Course objectives We have developed specific animal models to teach Key Skills of Laparoscopic Dissection, Suturing & Anastomosis (stapled & handsewn). Participants can relate these skills directly to live operating during the course.
Methods of teaching Pre course DVD, short Lectures, wet lab animal model laparoscopic skills training, live operating
Target delegates Relevant to ST3 & above colorectal, upper GI & urology trainees
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios Upper GI, colorectal & urology consultant laparoscopic surgeons.  Ratio of 1 faculty to 4 participants
Level of experience of faculty members Faculty members are all specialist laparoscopic surgeons in their own field. They are all trainers in laparoscopic surgery, several holding qualifications in medical education
Cost of course per delegate £300.00

 

 

 

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RCS England Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 4th & 5th June 2024

To book, please click on the image below, there is a 5% discount for ALSGBI members. Suitable for CT1-2, ST3 – 4 & SAS grades

 

After attending this course, you should be able to:

  • identify techniques for access and closure;
  • demonstrate a range of suturing and knot-tying techniques;
  • perform key laparoscopic surgery procedures with improved hand–eye coordination, depth perception and surgical precision;
  • demonstrate knowledge of common laparoscopic procedures, including peptic ulcer repair, appendicectomy and cholecystectomy;
  • assess and anticipate a range of complications and demonstrate how to deal with them.
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Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course, Colchester – 13th June 2024

To book, please click on the image below. Suitable for Senior Registrars & Junior Consultants 

The day incorporates and encourages discussion, review of surgical experience with peers, interaction with expert surgeons on technique followed by suturing tuition and practical experience with dissection and mesh placement in our state-of-the-art laparoscopic skills lab. Features include:

  • Hands-on practice with dissection & mesh placements using fresh tissue
  • Suturing tuition
  • Personal feedback on performance, with advice for further practice

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Robotic HPB Cadaveric Dissection Course, Newcastle – 1st & 2nd July 2024

Cadaveric dissection is an ideal technique, which offers clinicians the opportunity to practise, refine and develop operative skills necessary for real-world procedures. It allows clinicians to accomplish specific skill acquisition goals and reinforce good practice.

For further information, and to book, please email kamrun.nahar4@nhs.net

The course fee is GBP 750 per day.

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Core Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Course, Derby – 2nd & 3rd July 2024

To book, please email dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net 

This course is RCSEng accredited, and there is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members. 

 

Contact Name Milly Mistry/Sarah Backhouse
Contact Email dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net
Location (where known) Royal Derby Hospital
Course duration 2 Days
CME points available (optional) 12
Course objectives To focus on the core laparoscopic surgery skills and theoretical knowledge essential for surgical disciplines.
Methods of teaching e-Learning on VLE, short Lectures, videos and participant practice. OSAT Assessment.
Target delegates CT1-2, ST3-4 and SAS Grades
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios A ratio of 1 Faculty to 4 Participants – excluding the Course Director.
Level of experience of faculty members Consultant
Feedback forms (optional) (Y/N) Yes
Cost of course per delegate £650

 

Please click HERE for the programme

 

 

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Robotic TORS Cadaveric Dissection Course, Newcastle – 3rd & 4th July 2024

Cadaveric dissection is an ideal technique, which offers clinicians the opportunity to practise, refine and develop operative skills necessary for real-world procedures. It allows clinicians to accomplish specific skill acquisition goals and reinforce good practice.

For further information, and to book, please email kamrun.nahar4@nhs.net

The course fee is GBP 750 per day.

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ALSGBI Intermediate Skills in Robotic Surgery course – 4th & 5th September 2024

Before attending this course, please click HERE and read the preparatory resources. To apply, please email jtreglohan@alsgbi.org

Please only make payment when you have been accepted onto the course

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ALSGBI Intermediate Skills in Robotic Surgery Course - 4th & 5th September 2024
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