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Basic Surgical Skills Training
Objectives and Requirements
In the UK the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) Basic Surgical Skills Course is now a mandatory component of the structured training programme for trainee Obstetrician/Gynaecologists. Birmingham Women’s Hospital is an approved Centre and aims to deliver the necessary training as prescribed by the RCOG.
Feedback following October 2011 course:
'Excellent, very well demonstrated also ample opportunity to practice
Explanation of how to secure angles of uterine incision was excellent
Shoulder Dystocia - Clear demonstr4ations, group demonstration work very well, different stations and consultants very helpful. Good hands on experience. Excellent and entertaining.
Energetic, enthusiastic teaching by lead consultant
Overall, very good course, friendly and helpful staff
Keep up the good work!!!
3rd & 4th DegreePerineal Tear Course - 15 October 2012
Obstertric and sphincter disruption is a major cause of anal incontinence. There is compelling evidence that clinicians are inadequately trained to recognize and repair the anal injuries.
This course is essential for all doctors practicing obstetrics and repairing perineal tears but will also be useful to midwives, Labour Ward Managers and Colorectal Surgeons
Training on model and animal perineum
Maximum practice time
Feedback following May 2011 Course:
'Time for practice
Hands on practicals
Demonstrations were very good
Good one to one supervision
Excellent lectures'
Hands-on Training Course - Laparoscopic Treatment of Ectopic Pregnancy - date to be arranged
This course has been developed specifically for SpR's & SHO's who wish to hve practical training for dealing with ectopic pregnancy. You will have hands-on training for different modalities of treatment of ectopic pregnancy including the use of the Endo-Loop, Bipolar, Monopolar & Ligation. Also included are the techniques & practic for Laparoscopic Salpingostomy & Retrieval of the sac.
For further information please contact Julia Arnold, Course Co-ordinator on 0121 623 6927
Hands on Laboratory Training in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery - 11 - 15 June 2012
This course is conducted by Mr Yousri Afifi, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist with a special interest in Minimal Access and Reproductive Surgery, and College Tutor
The course aims to provide hands on advanced laparoscopic skills on a one to one basis with more time allocated for practical. This course is ideal for trainees who wish to complete the Laparoscopic Surgery Advanced Training Module. The course is held over 5 days,.
We are currently taking bookings for The Advanced Course scheduled for 11 - 15 June 2012 an application form and details can be found by clicking on the llink below.
To reserve a place please contact Julia Arnold, on 0121 623 6927 or complete the applicaiton form for our November 2011 Course via the link below
hands_on_lab_training_-_application_form__brochure_-_june_2012.pdf
Laparoscopic Suturing Course - Course organiser Mr Y Afifi - 9 - 10 June 2012
This is a two day intensive hands on practical workshop with personal tuition from experts. This course will be of gret value to Gynaecologists, Surgeons and Urologists. Laparoscopic suturing is an essential skill for an accomplished laparoscopic surgeon. This not only enables a surgeon to deal with advanced laparoscopic operations but also gives much needed confidence. The workshop will provide maximum use of laboratory time, practice on models and animal tissue, one to one teaching, intensive practical exercises in clearly demonstrated steps, video sessions and live demonstrations for suturing techniques and competency assessment.
To reserve a place please contact Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927 or complete the application form via the linkbelow
laparoscopic_suturing_course_application_form_-_june_2012.pdf
Minimal Access Surgery Training
For information regarding laparoscopy/hysteroscopy/electrosurgery training please click on the following link: medweb.bham.ac.uk/mast/
Operative outpatient hysteroscopy in the 21st Century - Future dates to be announced run in conjunction with Ethicon Women's Health & Urology conducted by Professor Janesh Gupta
This course addresses modern surgical approaches to the management of abnormal uterine bleeding and commonly encountered uterine pathologies in a outpatient hysteroscopy setting within the context of the 21st Century delivery of health services.
This course is relevant to Consultant Gynaecologists, Year 4/5 Specialist Registrars in Gynaecology, GP specialists and Nurse Practitioners with an interest in outpatient hysteroscopy. For further information including a programme for the course and application form please use the following links.
vp_programme-4.doc vp_course_info-7.doc
MRCOG Courses
MRCOG Part I Intensive Weekend Revision Course
Extensive exam-orientated MCQ's. Comprehensive delegate notes. Excellent genuine course feedback.
Course Organisers: Mr R Varma MA MRCOG and Mr A Coomarasamy MD MRCOG
Contact: Sheila Bascoe on 0121 627 2796 email: sheila.bascoe@bwhct.nhs.uk
MRCOG Part II Revision Course
For information regarding MRCOG Part II Courses, both written and OSCE, please click on the following links
Interview Skills Course - date to be arranged
Getting your job is essential to your medical career. Most applicants are well qualified, properly experienced and suitable, yet many don’t get short-listed and most of those who do don’t get appointed. There are clear and avoidable reasons for that, and the Course will help you understand, identify and avoid those pitfalls. The Course is run by experienced tutors, bringing you valuable insight from both sides of the interview table. It is delivered in an interactive and informative way, supplemented with an extensive hand out. Basically, it will advise you on what to do and what not to do in order to get that job.
Course aims: To help you choose, apply for, get short-listed and be appointed to your next StR post
For further information contact Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927 or email julia.arnold@bwhct.nhs.uk
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Consultant Interview Preparation Course -dates to be arranged
This course is aimed at Senior StRs who are applying for their first Consultant post. Lectures will be given by the Chief Executive, Medical Director and other senior educationalists covering topics such as clinical governance and topical, specialty related issues Information will be given on how to prepare for and what to expect during the pre-interview visit. One week prior to the course all candidates will be given a mock job description, personal specifications for the post and a presentation topic. During the course each candidate will be expected to give their presentation and attend a mock interview. Individual feedback will be given to each candidate.
Course Conveynor: Mr Najum Qureshi
For information regarding this course please clilck on the links below or contact Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927 or email julia.arnold@bwhct.nhs.uk
NHS Management & Preparation for Consultant Posts - dates to be arranged
Who should attend: Senior trainees in any specialty, Post CCT doctors, Locum Consultants
Anyone wishing to learn about the requirements of NHS Management.
Course Aim:
To give an insight into the challenges you will face when you become a clinical leader.
For information regarding this course please clilck on the links below or contact Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927 or email julia.arnold@bwhct.nhs.uk
management_course_application_form.doc
Colposcopy Courses
For information regarding colposcopy course please click on the following link to the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology: www.bsccp.org.uk
OSCE Preparation Course for BSCCP Accreditation - St Mary's Hospital, London
Course Conveynor Mr Najum Qureshi & Ms D Lyons
Contact Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927 or email julia.arnold@bwhct.nhs.uk
osce_course_registration_form.doc
GP Study Days - Date in May 2012 to be arranged
This study day is designed exclusively for GP's. The programme has been organised by Mr Najum Qureshi, Lead for Postgraduate Education, Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust, The topics being covered on this Study Day are Management of the infertile couple, Paediatric Gynaecology, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Family Planning, HPV testing and its relevance to screening. All topics follow a fixed pattern ie: lectures followed by small group discussions which are designed to be more effective and suitable for local clinical needs.
Contact: Julia Arnold on 0121 623 6927, email: julia.arnold@bwhct.nhs.uk
Hotel Accommodation
When attending one of our courses here in Birmingham there are plenty of hotels to choose from.hotel_accommodation-2.doc
This page was last modified on Tue Mar 06 2012
