Surgical skills course (191120262)

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SubjectF2 Regional Teaching
DescriptionThis course will focus on some basic surgical skills, laparoscopic simulation, and discussions about core surgical training applications
Additional information

Location – Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford site)

VenueRoyal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford site), Exeter  View details
Date & timeThursday 19 November 2026, 09:00 to 13:00
LecturerCharles King
Target audience

Mandatory: Foundation Year 2

Course styleHands on
CateringN/A
Core topicNot a core topic
CPD hours4:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To be able to perform a range of suture types, perform hand ties, develop laparoscopic skills.

To understand the core surgical training application and organise your portfolio to maximise points.

To practice some core surgical training interview questions.

Learning outcomes

This course links with the following Foundation Professional Capabilities (FPCs):

12: Continuing Professional Development (CPD): develop practice, including the acquisition of new knowledge and skills through experiential learning; acceptance of feedback and, if necessary, remediation; reading and, if appropriate, by research.

13. Understanding medicine: understand the breadth of medical practice and plan a career.