These are various courses taking place throughout Great Britain at various centres:
RCS England Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 29th & 30th January 2025
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.
Introduction to the Versius Robot course – 13th January 2025
This course is expected to be very popular – to secure your place, please apply promptly by emailing jtreglohan@alsgbi.org
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
Refund policy: an administration fee of GBP 100 will be applied
To obtain your Certificate of Attendance, please fill in the feedback form below.
MASNoW LapPass® Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – 10th January 2025
This course is expected to be very popular – please book promptly to secure your place. There is a 50% discount for ALSGBI members, please supply your membership number when applying.
Transanal Endoscopic Surgery course, York – 11th & 12th December 2024
To find out more, and book, please email yhs-tr.mecyork@nhs.net
To download the programme, please click HERE
Upper GI Cancer course, Newcastle – 9th & 10th December 2024
To find out more, and book, please email nuth.nstc.enquiries@nhs.net
Robotic Urology course, Newcastle – 9th & 10th December 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.
To find out more, and book, please email kamrun.nahar4@nhs.net
12th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 4th & 5th December 2024
Laparoscopic Skills course, Wakefield – 20th November 2024
To find out more, and book, please email Elaine Walters at Midyorks.mesh@nhs.net
To download the programme in pdf format, please click HERE
RCS England Intermediate Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 14th to 15th November 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
RCS England Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 12th & 13th November 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.
LAPCO Robotic Train the Trainer course – 11th to 12th November 2024
To find out more, and book, please use the QR code in the image below
ALSGBI Laparoscopic Surgery Training Day – 4th November 2024
To apply, please email jtreglohan@alsgbi.org stating whether you are applying for Group A or Group B
To download the programme in pdf format, please click HERE
ALSGBI Robotic Surgery Training Day – 2nd November 2024
To apply, please email jtreglohan@alsgbi.org
10th Northern Laparoscopic & Robotic GI Symposium, Darlington – 18th October 2024
Booking is now open for this much acclaimed annual symposium with distinguished Faculty and strong audience participation. It is free of charge to attend and places are expected to go very quickly….as of 11/7, there are only 3 places left.
To book, please click on the image below.
Robotic Abdominal Wall Hernia Intermediate Cadaveric Dissection course – 16th October 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.
To find out more, and book, please email kamrun.nahar4@nhs.net
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery course, Newcastle – 16th & 17th September 2024
For further information, and to book, please email nuth.nstc.enquiries@nhs.net
Advanced Biliary Surgery & Hands-On Choledochoscopy course – 10th & 11th September 2024
To book, please complete and return the booking form which you can download HERE
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members
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
To obtain your Certificate of Attendance, please fill in the feedback form below
South West Regional LapPass® Training Day, Cheltenham – 16th August 2024
For further information, and to book, please email drvimal.mahendran@gmail.com
North Scotland LapPass® Training Day – 15th July 2024
For further information, and to book, please email peter.osei-bonsu@nhs.scot or mootaz.youssef@nhs.scot
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.
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
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.
ALSGBI Basic Robotic Surgical Skills Course – 28th June 2024
To book, please click on one of the images below.
Before attending the course, please click HERE and study the Robotic Skills manual
Portsmouth Robotic Surgery Essentials course – 14th & 15th June 2024
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please enquire promptly to ensure you obtain a place. There is a generous 16.7% discount for ALSGBI members.
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
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 |
Trans-Anal Endoscopic Surgical Course (TAMIS & TEO), York – 1st & 2nd May 2024
To find out more, and book, please email yhs-tr.mecyork@nhs.net
As TAMIS and TEO are quite new techniques, you may wish to read about them. Here is a description of each:
Advanced Biliary Surgery & Hands-on Choledochoscopy course – 22nd & 23rd April 2024
This course is expected to be very popular – please book promptly to secure your place. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
Please click HERE for the course programme
MASNoW LapPass® Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – 19th April 2024
This course is expected to be very popular – please book promptly to secure your place. There is a 50% discount for ALSGBI members, please supply your membership number when applying.
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
Basic Laparoscopic Skills Course (Wet Lab) – 20th March 2024
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please see below. There is a 11% discount for ALSGBI members
Please click HERE for the programme
4 Day Robotic Driving Licence – 8th to 11th March 2024
Before attending this 4 day course, please click HERE and read the preparatory resources. To find out more, and book, please click on the image immediately below. To obtain your member discount, please enter your membership no. in the required field and pay by card. The discount will be sent as a refund to your card.
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 6th March 2024
To find out more, and register, please see below. This course is very popular…please book promptly to secure your place
Newcastle Ureteric Stricture & Metal Stent Cadaveric Course – 4th & 5th March 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.
To find out more, and register, please see below
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
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.
BAUS Sections of Endourology and Oncology Laparoscopic Training Course – 15th & 16th February 2024
To book, please click on the image below
The BAUS Section of Endourology, in association with the DIHS, Dundee, would like to invite you to participate in a forthcoming Laparoscopic Training Course. The course will be held in our superb training venue located at Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, Dundee, Scotland.
This 2 day course provides urological trainees hands-on opportunity to train laparoscopic skills up to intermediate level and builds on core techniques up to the rehearsal of laparoscopic nephrectomy, pyeloplasty and partial nephrectomy on animal tissue models. Suitable for SpR 1 or above and consultants who wish to adopt these techniques. The course uses specially designed training animal tissue phantoms and virtual reality simulation. Close supervision is provided by expert urologists.
The course provides
- Access techniques, post closure, insufflation, camera orientation exercise
- Ergonomics in laparoscopic surgery
- Tissue dissection exercise and clipping and stapling technique
- Safe use of electrosurgery and other advanced energized dissection devices
- Tissue extraction/port closure
- Laparoscopic suturing skills
- Expert session: avoid error complications in laparoscopic surgery
- Expert session: laparoscopic nephrectomy
- Laparoscopic right and left nephrectomy on a calf model
- Laparoscopic pyeloplasty on animal tissue model
- Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy on a calf model
ROBO-CERT Basic Robotic Surgical Skills course – 14th February to 6th December 2024
To book, please email portsmouthcolorectalcongress@gmail.com
Online General Surgery ST3 Interview Preparation Course – 21st January, 11th February & 3rd March 2024
To book, please click on the image below. Places are expected to go very quickly. If you have any questions, please email crackingthegensurginterview@gmail.com
Upper GI Cadaveric Cancer Course, Newcastle – 15th & 16th January 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. The target audience is ST5-8 and Consultant Surgeons.
To find out more, and register, please see below
Robotic Hysterectomy Cadaveric Dissection Course – 8th & 9th January 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/day.
LapPass® Training Course, Wrexham, Wales – 20th December 2023
FREE for ALSGBI Members, GBP 100 for non-members
10th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 14th & 15th December 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please click on the image immediately below. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members…..please select the discounted option. NOW SOLD OUT
First Assistant Robotic Training Course – 4th December 2023
To enquire further, and book, please email nuth.nstc.enquiries@nhs.net
The course fee is GBP 125.
Portsmouth Robotic Surgery Essentials Course – 29th November & 2nd December 2023
This course is expected to be very popular. to secure your place please apply as soon as possible
For further information, and to book, please email roboticUGI@porthosp.nhs.uk
Please submit your feedback below
13th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 16th & 17th November 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please click on one of the images immediately below. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members. NOW SOLD OUT
EAES Laparoscopic Lower GI Surgery Course – 6th to 9th November 2023
Read moreSurgical Research Online Teaching Course – 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd November 2023 at 6:00 PM GMT
To register, please click HERE
Have you ever wanted to write a paper, but have no idea where to begin? Have you ever considered starting a database, but think it is scary and confusing? Have you ever wanted to explore the academic side of medicine, but found yourself lost in the vast sea of knowledge available? Then this is the right course for you!
The Portsmouth Colorectal team invite you to join us for the first edition of our online Surgical Research Teaching course. This online, weekly four-part event aims to give you a foundation in research through sharing our practical experience and knowledge, to make it easier for enthusiastic and ambitious clinicians without prior experience to start participating in research. Over these four weeks we will guide you through the basics of statistical knowledge, the principles and benefits of audits and Quality Improvement projects, the essentials of writing a manuscript and publishing a paper, and how to present and disseminate your research. Attendance is free, but prior registration through our Eventbrite page is mandatory:
If you attend at least 3 out of 4 sessions, we will provide you with a certificate confirming your attendance. This course is aimed at any clinician with an interest in research, and we hope to see you all there ! The platform used will be Zoom.
National Robotic Urology Cadaver Course – 24th & 25th October 2023
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.
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair course – 12th October 2023
This course which is intended for Senior Registrars and Junior Consultants is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. To find out more, and register, please click on the image below.
Programme includes: hands-on practical experience with dissection and mesh placement, suturing tuition, personal feedback, discussion and reviewing surgical experience with peers, and interaction with expert surgeons on technique.
9th Northern Hybrid Video Laparoscopic & Robotic GI Symposium – 6th October 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. To find out more, and book, please click on the image below
ALSGBI Laparoscopic Surgery Training Day – 5th October 2023
To obtain your Certificate of Attendance, please fill in the feedback form below
The York Trans-Anal Surgery Course (TAMIS & TEO) – 29th September 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. The course fee is GBP 750, whereas ALSGBI members receive a discount of 10% – kindly quote your membership no. at the time of booking.
To book, please email beth.bedford2@nhs.net
Please click HERE for the course programme
Operative Skills & Human Factors course – 27th & 28th September 2023
This course is designed for ST 6 – 8 (fellows considered). All course fees, accommodation and travel expenses will generously be covered by Johnson & Johnson.
To find out more, and book, please email askellern@its.jnj.com
Robotic Abdominal Wall Course – 18th September 2023
To find out more, and register, please see below. This course is intended for grades ST6 +
Advanced Biliary Surgery & Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – 12th to 13th September 2023
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a discount of 10% for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
ALSGBI Intermediate Skills in Robotic Surgery Course – 12th & 13th September 2023
This course is expected to be very popular: please apply promptly to be assured of your place. Before attending the course, please read the manual which is available for download HERE
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course, Birmingham – 6th September 2023
This course is expected to be very popular: please book early to be assured of your place. There is an “Early Bird” discount of 20%
Regional Laparoscopic Training Day, Cheltenham – 18th August 2023
To join and benefit from the member discount of GBP 100, please click on the image below. 1 year of Trainee Surgeon Membership costs GBP 79.20 by direct debit or GBP 88 by card payment. Please click HERE to read about LapPass®
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 12th July 2023
This course is expected to be very popular, please book early to secure your place
North Tees & Hartlepool Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – 30th June 2023
This course is expected to be very popular, so please book early to secure your place. To book, please email neill.allen@nhs.net
The York Trans-Anal Surgery Course (TAMIS & TEO) – 1st June 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. The course fee is GBP 750, whereas ALSGBI members receive a discount of 10% – kindly quote your membership no. at the time of booking.
To book, please email beth.bedford2@nhs.net
Please click HERE for the course programme.
Surgical Armamentarium Laparoscopic Skills Course – 23rd & 24th May 2023
To find out more, and book, please see below. There are 14 CPD points available.
ALSGBI members receive a discount of 10%, to claim please email surgical.armamentarium@gmail.com with your membership number.
3rd Hull Laparoscopic Skills Course – 22nd May 2023
To find out more, and book, please click on the image immediately below. Members receive a discount of 20%
The 3rd Hull Laparoscopic course has been designed for CT1 – ST4 trainees from any surgical speciality. More junior trainees will be considered based on their experience. Please email janine.peck1@nhs.net for further details. The program is flexible and the afternoon will be tailored to accommodate individual requests.
Ethicon are supporting the day and all participants will have the opportunity to use laparoscopic advanced energy and stapling devices on animal tissue models.
Please click HERE for the programme
Advanced Biliary Surgery & Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – 25th to 26th April 2023
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a discount of 10% for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
9th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 20th & 21st April 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please click on the image immediately below. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members…..please select the discounted option
The York Trans-Anal Surgery Course (TAMIS & TEO) – 14th April 2023
Update 30.3.23: this course was fully booked, but has been cancelled owing to junior doctor strike action. It will be rescheduled soon, and is also being repeated owing to popular demand on 29th September 2023…..please see below in course listings
Please click HERE for the course programme
The venue is: Medical Education Centre, York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE
ALSGBI Basic Robotic Surgical Skills Course – 12th March 2023
This course is expected to be very popular, to book please click on the image below
Pre-Course Preparation
– Download the “Institute for Surgical Excellence” app (FRS Registration — Institute for Surgical Excellence)
– Complete modules and pre-course assessment
– It is free and takes 1-2 hours to complete
– It has been validated as part of the Fundamentals of Robotic Surgery curriculum for Intuitive systems
Please click HERE for the Basic Robotic Skills Manual
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 8th March 2023
This course is expected to be very popular. There is a generous 20% “Early Bird” discount for ALSGBI members.
8th Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Course – 23rd to 24th February 2023
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please click on the image immediately below. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members…..please select the discounted option.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course – 15th February 2023
This course is expected to be very popular. There is a generous 20% “Early Bird” discount for ALSGBI members.
The York Trans-Anal Surgery Course (TAMIS & TEO) – 8th December 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. The course fee is GBP 750, whereas ALSGBI members receive a discount of 10% – kindly quote your membership no. at the time of booking.
To book, please email theyorkgisurgicalcommittee@gmail.com
Basic Versius Robotic Course – 1st December 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. ALSGBI members receive a discount of 12.5%
CANCELLATION POLICY: full refund before or on November 1, no refunds after November 1 unless we can find a replacement, or in the case of your Trust requiring you to work on the day, we would require a letter from the Trust confirming this. In the case of COVID/influenza/injury, we would require a doctor’s letter or positive lateral flow test result.
2nd Hull Laparoscopic Skills Course – 23rd November 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – to book, please click on the image immediately below. There is a GBP 40 discount (32 %) for ALSGBI members…..after clicking on “Get Tickets”, kindly then click on “Enter promo code” at the top left and enter “ALSGBI” if you are a member to obtain your member discount.
Please see below video clips taken at the course
Introduction to Robotic Surgery Course – 1st or 2nd November 2022
This is a 1 day course, with a choice of 2 dates for external delegates. To find out more, and register, please click on the image below
The York Advanced Laparoscopic Wet-Lab – 19th & 20th October 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members – please quote your membership number at the time of booking
MASNoW Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – 17th October 2022
The legendary MASNoW is back…..this course is expected to be very popular, please book early to be assured of a place. There is a 50% discount for ALSGBI members – please quote your membership number at the time of booking
8th Northern Laparoscopic & Robotic Video Symposium – 7th October 2022
To register, please click on the image below
Please click HERE for the programme
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course – 21st September 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place
Advanced Biliary Surgery and Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – 15th & 16th September 2022
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a discount of 10% for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
Please click HERE for the programme
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 7th September 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place
Gloucestershire Regional Laparoscopic Training Day Course – 19th August 2022
This course is expected to be very popular, please book early to be assured of a place. There is a GBP 100 discount for ALSGBI members….just quote your ALSGBI membership number when you send your reservation email.
NB Trainee Surgeons who are direct debit members pay GBP 79.20 in the 1st year so current non-members will save GBP 20.80 by joining. To join, please click HERE
ALSGBI Robotic Driving Licence Course – 8th to 11th August 2022
This course is expected to be popular, please book early to secure your place. To book, please click on the image immediately below.

Before attending the course, please read the manual which is available for download HERE
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 13th July 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place
6th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 7th & 8th July 2022
This course is very popular: book now while spaces are available. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members – to obtain your discount, please quote your ALSGBI membership number.
11th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 23rd & 24th June 2022
This course is very popular: book now while spaces are available. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members – to obtain your discount, please quote your ALSGBI membership number.
Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 20th & 21st June 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place. To obtain your member discount, please quote your ALSGBI membership number.
6th Portsmouth Colorectal Congress – 15th to 18th June 2022
This event features a large and most distinguished faculty: book now while spaces are available. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members – to obtain your discount, please quote your ALSGBI membership number at the time of booking.
Dublin Regional Laparoscopic Training Day Course – 3rd June 2022
This course is expected to be very popular, please book early to be assured of a place. There is a 100 Euro discount for ALSGBI members….just quote your ALSGBI membership number when you send your reservation email.
Advanced Biliary Surgery and Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – 31st May 2022
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a discount of 10% for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
Basic Surgical & Laparoscopic Skills Course – 26th & 27th May 2022
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a discount of 25% for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
Basic Robotic Surgical Skills Course – 22nd May 2022
This course is very popular, please book early to secure your place. To book, please click on the image immediately below.
Before attending the course, please read the manual which is available for download HERE
Hull Laparoscopic Skills Course – 13th May 2022
This course is very popular, please book early to secure your place. To book, please click HERE or on the image below.
There is a GBP 50 discount for ALSGBI members – please enter promo code ALSGBI
8th Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Course – 5th to 6th May 2022
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members – please quote your ALSGBI membership number
EAES Laparoscopic Upper GI Surgery Course – 25th to 28th April 2022
Read moreRegional Laparoscopic Training Day Course – 22nd April 2022
This course is very popular, please book early to be assured of a place. There is a GBP 100 discount for ALSGBI members.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course – 9th March 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place
The 3rd York Advanced Laparoscopic Wet-Lab – Spring 2022
The course will be held at the York Community Stadium and there is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
Update 10.12.21: this course has been postponed and we will post the new dates as soon as they are available
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – 2nd March 2022
This course is expected to be very popular – please book early to be assured of a place
7th Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Course – 13th to 14th January 2022
To register, please click HERE or on the first image below. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
LapPass® and Laparoscopic Simulation Course – Friday 14th May 2021
Read moreWonderful day, excellent organisation, Great trainers giving useful tips and frequent 1-to-1 feedback. Great 1-to-1 facilities were provided to enable plenty of practice time, and maximise practice during the day. Great chance to get detailed feedback of skills using an AR laparoscopic appendicectomy trainer from Inovus Great provision for use and practice with live diathermy for practicing using J hook diathermy on a flesh appendicectomy model Good coverage of 30 degree laparoscopic camera skills with standardised testing and timing. Overall a fun and informative day to augment and introduce laparoscopic skills to junior staff (FY1 to CST2) keen on surgery. Highly recommended
Excellently run course by Mr Paraoan and his team. Ratio of 1 simulator to 1 participant which meant we all had ample opportunity for practicing basic laparoscopic skills. Ample number of very knowledgable and experienced faculty facilitating the day to advise on tips and tricks to improve laparoscopic skills. Supported by Innovus with augmented reality simulators and opportunity to practice simulated appendicectomy using the AR simulator. Would highly recommend this course for junior trainees (FY1 through to CST)
Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 11th & 12th May 2021
There is a discount of 10% for ALSGBI members
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Milly Mistry |
Contact Email | dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net |
Title of Course | Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery |
Dates | 11th & 12th May 2021 |
Location (where known) | Royal Derby Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Approval Programme Key Skills May 2021.doc |
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 |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £250.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | 10% discount |
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 2nd & 3rd December 2021
This course is very popular: book now while spaces are still available. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
LapPass® Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – 25th November 2021
This course is very popular: book now while spaces are still available. Only £ 80 for ALSGBI members.
9th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 11th & 12th November 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course – Wednesday 27th October 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Course – Wednesday 13th October 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 7th & 8th October 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members
ALSGBI Basic Robotic Surgical Skills Course – 3rd October 2021
Please click HERE for the course feedback
There was a discount of £ 100 for ALSGBI members.
Before attending the course, please read the manual which is available for download HERE
6th Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Course – 9th & 10th September 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members
Advanced Biliary Surgery and Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – 2nd & 3rd September 2021
This course is very popular: book quickly to be assured of your place. There is a £ 100 discount for ALSGBI members, please quote your membership number at the time of registration
ALSGBI Laparoscopic Surgery Training Day – Friday 16th July 2021
This event is now fully booked
ALSGBI LapPass® Regional Laparoscopic Training Day – Friday 9th July 2021
Places are expected to go very quickly: book now to secure your slot
ALSGBI LapPass®Taster Session – Wednesday 30th June 2021
To register, please click on the image below. Please note that this is a taster event, and not an event for a LapPass® qualification
Laparoscopic Skills Course – Tuesday 8th June 2021
Please see below for booking instructions
Basic Surgical Skills Course – Monday 7th June 2021
Please see below for booking instructions
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 22nd & 23rd April 2021
This course is now fully booked
Bile Duct & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 25th November 2020
1 day interactive course with hands-on practice and individual tuition
Please click here to register
LAPCO TT (Train the Trainer) Course – 23rd & 24th November 2020
An interactive 2 day course shown to substantially improve the efficiency and effectiveness of surgical training, led by Consultants Sharmila Gupta, Mark Coleman, Austin Acheson and John Griffith
Please click here to register
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – Tuesday 17th November 2020
A hands-on choledochoscopy course being held at the Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands
Hospital, Bothwell G71 8BB.
Please click here for further details and registration instructions. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
6th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 12th – 13th November 2020
Being held at the Horizon Centre, Torbay Hospital and the BOWA UK Head Office, Bremridge, this 2 day course is accredited for 9.5 CPD points and intended for Upper GI Trainees StR6-8 / Post CCT / Consultants.
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members and this is a very popular course, so apply WELL IN ADVANCE to guarantee your place. Please click here for flyer & registration instructions.
Advanced Gynaecological Laparoscopy Course – 4th – 6th November 2020
3 day course with 6 CPD points accredited by Eastern Deanery for Advanced Laparoscopy Excision of Benign Disease & Benign Gynaecology : Open & Laparoscopic ATSM
Please click here to register
1 Day TaTME Course – 20th October 2020
This course covers all aspects of TaTME including a live surgical demonstration
Please click here to register
MASNoW Laparoscopic Regional Training Day – 16th October 2020
Unfortunately this course has been postponed due to COVID-19: the new date will be posted as soon as it is known
Wigan LapPass® and Laparoscopic Simulation Course – 19th September 2020
Average rating of this post is: 5
Being held at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan WN1 2NN
This course is free of charge for North-West region surgical trainees (FY2, CST and ST); trainees from other regions will need to pay a fee of £ 100 but there is a discount of 20% for ALSGBI members.
Please click here for programme. To register, please email Stephenmarsh93.sm@gmail.com
Update: please click here for detailed course feedback. The feedback is outstanding and this course was 300 % oversubscribed.
Well organised and informative. A must attend for all trainees.
I really enjoyed the course! It was great because you had a cubicle to yourself with one-to-one support if needed. I was able to practise the tasks required for LapPass multiple times and was able to see my progression throughout the day. We even had the opportunity to even use silicone models to simulate an appendicectomy and go to theatre to practise diathermy! I'd definitely recommend this course!
Very well organised and run. The teaching faculty was excellent and overall very good value for money.
Excellent course with lots of hands-on opportunities and helpful tutors. Thank you!
Well organised with interesting simulation sessions . Highly recommended .
Well organised useful course, fantastic introduction to laparoscopic surgery. Hands on experience with helpful facilitators. Highly recommend this course.
5th Annual Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Course – 9th – 10th July 2020
Being held at the Horizon Centre, Torbay Hospital, this 2 day course is accredited for 9 CPD points and intended for Upper GI Trainees StR6-8 / Post CCT / Consultants.
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members and this is a very popular course, so apply WELL IN ADVANCE to guarantee your place. Please click here for flyer & registration instructions.
6th Portsmouth Symposium – TME 2020 – June 18th – 20th 2020
This event is being rescheduled
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Hands-on Choledochoscopy Course – Tuesday 9th June 2020
A hands-on choledochoscopy course being held at the Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands
Hospital, Bothwell G71 8BB.
Please click here for further details and registration instructions. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
Colorectal Robotic Surgery Cadaveric Course – 4th-5th June 2020
Being held at the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Please see flyer below:
Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery – 2nd – 3rd June 2020
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Manjinder Sandhu/ Milly Mistry |
Contact Email | dhft.specialistcourses@nhs.net |
Title of Course | Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery |
Dates | 2nd & 3rd June 2020 |
Location (where known) | Royal Derby Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Approval Programme Key Skills June 2020.doc |
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 |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £250.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | Yes, there is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members. You must be paid up on the dates of the course to qualify for this discount. |
Single Incision Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery (SILCS) Course – 11th & 12th May 2020
Being held at the Education Centre, University Hospital of North Tees.
Special note: ALSGBI Members will receive a discount of 7%
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Ultrasound Accreditation Course – 23rd – 24th April 2020
Being held at the Horizon Centre, Torbay Hospital, this 2 day course is intended for Upper GI Trainees StR6-8 / Post CCT / Consultants.
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members and this is a very popular course, so apply WELL IN ADVANCE to guarantee your place. Please click here for flyer & registration instructions.
MASNoW LapPass® Regional Training Day – Friday 27th March 2020
Being held at the Sai Spice, Manchester. LapPass® training days and resources are listed under the “Trainees” tab in the main menu at the top of the the home page.
Special note: only £ 80 for members (£ 180 for non-members).
5th Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 12th – 13th March 2020
Being held at the Horizon Centre, Torbay Hospital and the BOWA UK Head Office, Bremridge, Devon this 2 day course is intended for Upper GI Trainees StR6-8 / Post CCT / Consultants.
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members and the course is accredited for 9.5 CPD points, so apply well in advance to guarantee your place. Please click here for flyer & registration instructions.
Sorry this course is now fully booked
Minimally Invasive Surgery Train-The-Trainer (MISTT) Colorectal Course – 3rd & 4th March 2020
Being held at the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon, Portugal. There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
18th Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Workshop – 20th & 21st February 2020
Being held at Bassetlaw Hospital, Kilton, Worksop S81 0BD.
This is a 2 day intensive course aimed at senior trainees and junior consultants with a degree of experience in “open” hernia & Laparoscopic surgery e.g. laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendicectomy. Please click on the relevant link for the programme and the application form
Excellent value ……the course fee is only £ 120 for members.
RTTT (Robotic Train The Trainer) Course – 9th & 10th February 2020
Being held at the Queen Alexandra Hospital & VIMARS, Portsmouth.
Click here for registration form and here for flyer
ALSGBI Laparoscopic Passport Training & Assessment Course – Friday 7th February 2020
Being held at the Skills Centre, the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Click here for programme and here to book your place.
Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing – Thursday 23rd January 2020
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | carol higham |
Contact Email | carol.higham@lthtr.nhs.uk |
Title of Course | Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing |
Dates | 23 January 2020 |
Location (where known) | Education Centre 3, Chorley & District Hospital, Lancashire |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Advanced Lap Suturing – Provisional Programme.pdf |
Course duration | 1 day |
CME points available (optional) | accredited via RCS Edinburgh 6 hours CPD 02145 |
Course objectives | To enable delegates to learn the principles of advanced laparoscopic suturing and Knot tying |
Methods of teaching | practical based work stations with individual simulator for each delegate. Video presentations & OSAT |
Target delegates | ST4 and above |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | 1 faculty to 3 participants |
Level of experience of faculty members | Consultant Upper GI Surgeons x 3 |
Feedback forms (optional) | Lap suturing course evaluation Form version 0.02.docx |
Cost of course per delegate | £200.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | All ALSGBI attendees receive a £50.00 discount on our normal daily rate charge of £250.00 per one day course. |
Promotion of ALSGBI? | Happy to have ALSGBI promotional materials |
Laparoscopic Colorectal Train the Trainers Course (LAPCO TT) – 20th & 21st January 2020
Question |
Answer |
Contact Name |
Shirley Crook |
Contact Email |
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Title of Course |
Laparoscopic Colorectal Train the Trainers Course (LAPCO TT) |
Dates |
Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st January 2020 |
Location (where known) |
Education Centre (Dept 17), The Christie, Manchester, M20 4BX |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
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Course duration |
2 days |
CME points available (optional) |
|
Course objectives |
The course provides the necessary tools to improve individuals as trainers through adopting suitable coaching styles. This course is not intended to teach LAPCO skills, although you may benefit from discussing different methods and approaches. |
Methods of teaching |
Practical, small group sessions in the skills laboratory, live operative coaching lessons and discussions form the core of the course |
Target delegates |
Consultants, Senior Registrars, Post CCT Trainees |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
6 Delegates to 4 Faculty |
Level of experience of faculty members |
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Feedback forms (optional) |
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Cost of course per delegate |
£695 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI |
– |
Promotion of ALSGBI? |
Yes |
Please click here for flyer and booking form
Robotic CME Masterclass – 17th & 18th January 2020
Being held at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth
Click here for registration form and here for flyer
Advanced Gynaecological Laparoscopy – Wednesday 20th – Friday 22nd November
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for flyer & registration instructions
Lapco TT (Train the Trainer) Course – Monday 18th & Tuesday 19th November 2019
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for further details & registration instructions
Bile Duct Exploration Course – Tuesday 12th November 2019
A hands-on choledochoscopy course being held at the Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands
Hospital, Bothwell G71 8BB.
Please click here for further details & registration instructions
Lap Suturing & Stapling Course – Friday 1st November 2019
Being held at the Queen Alexandra Hospital & VIMARS, Portsmouth.
Click here for registration form and here for flyer
Basic Colorectal Robotic Skills Course – Saturday 26th October 2019
Being held at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth
Click here for registration form and here for flyer
Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course – 24th & 25th October 2019
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Admin |
Contact Email | cscbookings@dundee.ac.uk |
Title of Course | Core Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery Course |
Dates | 24th – 25th October 2019 |
Location (where known) | Dundee Institute for Healthcare Simulation, Surgical Skills Centre, Level 5, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, DD1 9SY |
Provisional programme (please upload) | |
Course duration | 2 days |
CME points available (optional) | 11 |
Course objectives | This course has been successfully running for more than 10 years and continues to develop. Positive feedback has been received ever since the course started |
Methods of teaching | This is an intensive, two-day course focusing on the core skills required for safe laparoscopic surgical practice. The course has been carefully designed to maximise hands-on experience whilst in our centre. The course is equally suitable for the junior surgeon starting out in minimal access surgery and for the more senior surgeon who is either new to laparoscopy or wishes to refresh their core skills. |
Target delegates | F1 and above |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | Mr Benjie Tang |
Level of experience of faculty members | |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £670 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | No |
Promotion of ALSGBI? | Yes |
17th Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Workshop- 24/25th October 2019
Being held at Bassetlaw Hospital, Kilton, Worksop S81 0BD.
This is a 2 day intensive course aimed at senior trainees and junior consultants with a degree of experience in “open” hernia & laparoscopic surgery e.g. laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendicectomy
Please click on the relevant link for the programme, occupational health questionnaire and application form.
Excellent value ……the course fee is only £ 120.
Core Skills In Laparoscopic Surgery – 23rd/24th October 2019
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital. This 2 day course is designed to provide surgical trainees (ST1-4) with the
technical skills required to perform the most common laparoscopic general surgical operations:
• Cholecystectomy
• Appendectomy
• Repair of perforated duodenal ulcer
4th Annual Advanced Laparoscopic Hiatal Surgery Course – 17th – 18th October
Being held at Torbay Hospital and Lotus SRA Head Office, Bremridge, Devon this 2 day course is intended for Upper GI Trainees/Consultants (StR6-8/Post CCT).
It is designed to concentrate on aspects of advanced hiatal surgery that senior trainees may have limited exposure to in training and junior consultants may feel least confident with in their clinical practice. The first day is workshop based concentrating on skills in the wet lab, laparoscopic suturing, energy tissue dissection. The second day covers discusses evidence for surgical practice, patient selection and surgical techniques. As well as lectures live link surgery will be used for discussion and demonstration.
There is a 10% discount for ALSGBI members.
Click here for course flyer & registration instructions
Updates in Coloproctology Course – Friday 11th October
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for flyer & registration instructions
TaTME 2 day Masterclass – Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th October 2019
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for flyer & registration instructions
Gastrointestinal Anastomosis Workshop – Monday 7th October 2019
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for further details & registration instructions
Next LapPass® Regional Training Day – Friday 4th October 2019
Being held at the Sai Spice, Manchester.
Click here for flyer & registration instructions
LapPass training days and resources are listed under the “Trainees” tab in the main menu at the top of the the home page.
Basic Surgical Skills course – Thursday 3rd & Friday 4th October 2019
Being held at the ICENI Centre, Colchester Hospital.
Click here for flyer & registration instructions
Robotic & Lap TME Masterclass – 12th & 13th September 2019
Being held at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth
Click here for registration form and here for flyer
7th Advanced Laparoscopic Skills Workshop – 6th September 2019
Being held at the Education Centre, Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
This is a “modular” training course aimed at senior trainees in General Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology which offers extensive hands-on training in advanced laparoscopic skills, in both “dry” & “wet” lab settings, under the supervision of highly experienced faculty.
Click here for programme, application form and directions
Advanced Laparoscopic GI Surgery Course – 5th-8th August 2019
Being held at the Institute of Technology, Humanities, the Arts, Medicine and Science in Malta.
The course aim is to address the principle of optimising the setup and progress of advanced procedures in this field. The course is composed of both theoretical and practical components, which will allow the participants to familiarise themselves with the necessary skill set to perform complex task
Click here for further details
4th Annual Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 27th – 28th June
Being held at Torbay Hospital and SRA Developments, Bremridge, Devon this 2 day course is intended for Upper GI Trainees/Consultants (StR6-8/Post CCT).
It is designed to concentrate on laparoscopic bile duct exploration. The first day covers evidence for practice, patient selection, surgical techniques, the pitfalls of starting a service, getting the right equipment. Also discussed is the management of acute presentation and integration of surgical service and ERCP. As well as lectures live link surgery will be used for interactive discussion. The second day is workshop based concentrating on laparoscopic suturing, choledocoscopes and bile duct instruments and a highly recommended LCBDE wet lab model.
Click here for further details & registration instructions
Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery – 4th & 5th June 2019
Question |
Answer |
Contact Name |
Milly Mistry |
Contact Email |
|
Title of Course |
Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery |
Dates |
4th & 5th June 2019 |
Location (where known) |
Royal Derby Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
|
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 |
Feedback forms (optional) |
|
Cost of course per delegate |
£250.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI |
no |
Promotion of ALSGBI? |
Yes |
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Workshop & Course – Tuesday 21st May 2019
A hands-on choledochoscopy course being held at the Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands
Hospital, Bothwell G71 8BB
Single Incision Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery (SILCS) course – 13th & 14th May 2019
Being held at the University Hospital of North Tees, this 2 day SILCS workshop is now in its 6th year. 12 CPD points have been applied for.
ALSGBI LapPass Training Day – 10th May 2019
Being held in the North-West & Mersey region at the Sai Spice restaurant, Mauldeth Rd W, Manchester M21 7SP.
The 12th MASNoW meeting will be held in the evening
Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing Course – 22nd March 2019
Question |
Answer |
Contact Name |
Carol Higham |
Contact Email |
|
Title of Course |
Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing Course |
Dates |
22 March 2019 |
Location (where known) |
Education Centre 3, Chorley & District Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
|
Course duration |
1 day |
CME points available (optional) |
Accredited by RCS Ed – RCSEd02201. |
Course objectives |
Develop Laparoscopic Suturing Skills, Develoo effective and safe laparoscopic Tissue handling techniques. Develop individual suturing & Knotting skills – interrupted and continuous & intra and extra corporeal knotting |
Methods of teaching |
Lectures, practical stations with individual laparoscopic simulators for each delegate, OSAT at the end of the course |
Target delegates |
ST3 & above trainees |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
1:3 or 1:2 depending upon number of delegates |
Level of experience of faculty members |
Consultant, ST8 Trainees |
Feedback forms (optional) |
|
Cost of course per delegate |
£200.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI |
normal price of our day courses is £250.00 reduced price for all delegates attending |
Promotion of ALSGBI? |
yes |
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Course – 2nd/3rd March 2019
A hands-on cholangiography and choledochoscopy course being held at the Surgical Skills Institute, University of Sharjah, UAE.
The registration deadline is February 20th.
16th Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Workshop – 14/15th February 2019
Average rating of this post is: 4.8
Being held at Bassetlaw Hospital, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Pre Placement Occupational Health Form
Excellent coverage of laparoscopic anatomy of inguinal hernia and hands on training by Dr Balachandra. I have gained confidence in performing laparoscopic hernia repair after attending this course and planning to start this service in my hospital. Thanks to the friendly theatre team for their support.
A very good course. Completely hands on course. Good discussion and explanation
A fantastic hands-on course. All my expectations of course has been surpassed by this interactive, intense hands-on course, comprehensively addressing BOTH TEP and TAPP hernia repair approaches Thoroughly recommended.
Attended the 16th Laparoscopic Inguinal hernia course at workshop. Its one of the best courses i have attended. The anatomy of the groin taught was a precise description which is always confusing . Then the practical demonstration of both the TEP and TAPP was fabulus by the instructor . The hand on practise by every member on the course was one of its kind. Saw around 15 live cases done by members on course and practical tips and tricks on every case was the true practial demonstration what to do in difficult cases . The informal chats on managing the hernia cases between cases was best sharing of knowledge and getting update in hernia surgery I have already recommended this course to my colleagues
The course was hand on as said. Focussed on the practical bits with essential anatomy. Consultant supervision without taking over the case was the highlight. Did not feel rushed. I Would come back and get hand on training for TEPP repair
Laparoscopic (TAPP) Masterclass – 14th February 2019
Average rating of this post is: 5
Course: MasterClass in Laparoscopic (TAPP) Hernia Repair
Contact name: Mr Adeel Abbas Dhahri, Mr Luke Granger
Contact Email: pahcourses@gmail.com
Location: Main Theatres, The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Hamstel Road, Harlow. CM20 1QX
Course duration: 9:00 till 17:00
Course objectives: By the end of this workshop participants will be expected to be able to Understand the ergonomics of the laparoscopic (TAPP) repair, Familiarize with the laparoscopic (TAPP) equipment and set up, Understand laparoscopic anatomy of the inguinal region, Understand the Safe laparoscopic practice during TAPP, Understand the Tips & Tricks in Laparoscopic (TAPP) repair of Inguinal Hernia, Safely exit from the abdomen.
Method of teaching: Hands-on/ Opportunity to scrub.
Target delegates: ST4 and above.
To read the course reviews please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/results/SM-XZ52HPDRV/
Laparoscopic Colorectal Train the Trainers Course 21st – 22nd January 2019
Question |
Answer |
Contact Name |
Shirley Crook |
Contact Email |
|
Title of Course |
Laparoscopic Colorectal Train the Trainers Course (LAPCO TT) |
Dates |
21st – 22nd January 2019 |
Location (where known) |
Education Centre (Dept 17), The Christie, Manchester, M20 4BX |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
|
Course duration |
2 days |
CME points available (optional) |
|
Course objectives |
The course provides the necessary tools to improve individuals as trainers through adopting suitable coaching styles This course is not intended to teach LAPCO skills, although you may benefit from discussing different methods and approaches |
Methods of teaching |
Practical, small group sessions in the skills laboratory, live operative coaching lessons and discussions form the core of the course. You will be expected to work in pairs or small groups in both simulated and realistic settings. You will also be offered the chance to demonstrate your coaching skills during the live operative sessions on the second day. |
Target delegates |
Colorectal Consultant Surgeons |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
|
Level of experience of faculty members |
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Feedback forms (optional) |
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Cost of course per delegate |
£695 |
Advanced Laparoscopic GI Surgery Course – 19th-22nd January 2019
Being held at the Surgical Skills Institute, University of Sharjah, UAE.
Laparoscopic Bile Duct Exploration Choledochoscopy Course – 11th December 2018
Being held at The Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands Hospital, Bothwell, G71 8BB near Glasgow.
Click here for flyer.
There is a discount of 5 – 10 % for delegates who are also ALSGBI members.
Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing – 8th October 2018
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Carol Higham |
Contact Email | carol.higham@lthtr.nhs.uk |
Title of Course | Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing |
Dates | 8 October 2018 |
Location (where known) | Education Centre 3, Chorley & District Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Advanced Lap Suturing – Provisional Programme – 08.10.18.pdf |
Course duration | 1 day |
CME points available (optional) | 6 |
Course objectives | At the end of the course delegates will be able to safely introduce and pick up appropriate needle and make a bite through tissue, be able to to undertake interrupted and continuous suturing, tie a safe laparoscopic knot |
Methods of teaching | Lectures, dry lab, individual laparoscopic simulator for each delegate |
Target delegates | ST5 & above surgical and obstetric & gynaecology trainees, newly qualified consultants, SAS docotrs |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | 1:3 |
Level of experience of faculty members | Consultant level and ST 7 & above – General Surgery and Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
Feedback forms (optional) | evaluation form.docx |
Cost of course per delegate | £200.00 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | A discount of £ 50 ie 20 % has already been applied. |
Robotic Symposium – Friday 5th October 2018
NB: there will be a special offer for ALSGBI membership, so please bring your bank account details in order to be eligible.
4th Barnsley Hands-on Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course 20th-21st September 2018
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Sangram Patil |
Contact Email | sangramsingh.patil@nhs.net |
Title of Course | 4th Barnsley Hands on Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Course |
Dates | 20th and 21st September 2018 |
Location (where known) | Barnsley Hospital, Barnsley, UK |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Lap Chole Provisional Programme 20 – 21 Sept 2018.doc |
Course duration | 1.5 days |
CME points available (optional) | applied for approval RCSEd |
Course objectives | This course is designed for higher surgical trainees to gain a greater knowledge and understanding of safe Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgery. The participants are made familiar with technical aspects of the safe procedure through the short talks and plastic, animal model dissection as well as simulation. It will also provide practical hands on experience for each candidate |
Methods of teaching | Box trainer (Plastic model), simulation, animal (pig GB) model, Hands on training on patients with trainer scrubbed |
Target delegates | ST3 + above (maximum 6 participants) |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | 1:1 |
Level of experience of faculty members | All highly experienced and expert consultant faculty members. |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | 395 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | 10% |
6TH ADVANCED LAPAROSCOPIC SKILLS WORKSHOP JUNE 9TH, 2018
Average rating of this post is: 4.6

Please find attached the Programme and application form for the forthcoming Advanced Laparoscopic skills workshop on 9th June 2018. As ever, the workshop is FREE to attend (there is a nominal “admin fee”).
Great one day course. Good faculty to delegate ratio, plenty of laparoscopic box trainers and lots of experience gained with laparoscopic suturing, stapling & energy devices. Fully recommend the course to anyone wanting to build on their laparoscopic skills.
Well done. Just some of the cameras were not up to the mark.
The Advanced Laparoscopic skills workshop provided me with lots of hands on experience throughout the day. I found this to be a really enjoyable and informative workshop. The faculty and workshop accommodated for all levels of trainees including an F2 like myself!. Many thanks for the course.
Really useful course with helpful faculty Woud be helpful to have height adjustable tables or small stool to stand on for us shorter people!
Excellent course, very well organized with excellent competent experienced faculty. I really enjoyed it. Thank you
Good course for doctors in early years of training.
Usefull course- I had the change to learn and practise the one hand suture tecqnique which was really helpfull. Also the bowel anastomosis section was usefull, but we needed one more hour to practise on them. I also think that the lower GI trainer should be more experienced, so we could spend less time in watching the tecqnique and more time doing it. Also, the pairing groups should be more equal as of training levels. But usefull course overall, worthing the time spend attending it.
KEY SKILLS IN ADVANCED LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY JUNE 5TH TO JUNE 6TH, 2018
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Milly Mistry |
Contact Email | milly.mistry@nhs.net |
Title of Course | Key Skills in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery |
Dates | 5th & 6th June 2018 |
Location (where known) | Royal Derby Hospital |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Approval Programme Key Skills June 2018.doc |
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 |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £250.00 |
UPPER GI CANCER CADAVERIC COURSE JUNE 4TH TO JUNE 5TH, 2018
Contact Name | Louise Sore |
Contact Email | louise.sore@nuth.nhs.uk |
Title of Course | Upper GI Cancer Cadaveric Course |
Dates | 4-5 June 2008 |
Location (where known) | Newcastle Surgical Training Centre |
Provisional programme (please upload) | Provisional programme Upper GI V1.docx |
Course duration | 2 days |
CME points available (optional) | Pending |
Course objectives | To experience and familiarise the various positions |
Methods of teaching | Cadaveric workshops and didactic lectures |
Target delegates | ST5-ST8 and Consultants |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | 1:2 |
Level of experience of faculty members | All highly experienced and expert consultant faculty members |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £575 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI | Yes |
LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL SURGERY CADAVER COURSE MAY 31ST TO JUNE 1ST, 2018
Clinical Anatomy Skills Centre
University of Glasgow, Thomson Building, G12 8QQ
LAPAROSCOPIC BILE DUCT EXPLORATION. HANDS ON CHOLEDOCHOSCOPY COURSE MAY 22ND, 2018
Average rating of this post is: 5
Location | The Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands Hospital, NHS Lanarkshire |
Contact Name | Ms Sheryl Houston |
Flyer | Click Here |
Contact Details | sheryl.houston@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk |
Provisional programme | Biliary Course, Kirklands |
Course duration | One Day |
Course objectives | Advanced procedure–based course highlighting the technical and logistical aspects of one session laparoscopic exploration of the bile duct. The course is designed for consultant surgeons and senior trainees who have mastered the skills of routine and emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomy and may already have experience with intra-operative cholangiography. The candidates are made familiar with the technical aspects through short interactive talks. The course has a major practical hands-on component with opportunity to practice cholangiography, trans-cystic duct cannulation and exploration, choledochotomy exploration and various methods of biliary drainage. There will be emphasis on the handling and optimal use of 3mm & 5mm choledochoscopes. Well designed animal tissue models allow for task repetition and skills development and consolidation. Adequate time is dedicated to detailed discussions of technical aspects utilising extensive video material from more than 800 Laparoscopic bile duct explorations. ISCP curriculum considers bile duct exploration a mandatory procedure and the technical skills required for ST6 (level 3) to ST8 (level 4) |
CPD | 6 points – RCS approved |
Methods of teaching | Short talks, wet lab, hands-on practice and interactive discussions |
Target delegates | Maximum 8 participants. Consultant surgeons and senior trainees who have mastered the skills of routine and emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomy and may already have experience with intra-operative cholangiography or bile duct exploration |
Level of experience of faculty members | A Nassar, 20 years experience in bile duct exploration, Director of laparoscopic and bile duct courses for EAES, choledochoscopy courses at EHPBA,IHPBA congresses and various international society meetings. Former Vice Chairman of the EAES Education and Training Committee and faculty at Cuschieri skills Centre courses, MATTU, MATTUS S Mahmud. wide experience of laparoscopic biliary and upper GI. A special interest in bile duct exploration H Qandeel, experience in laparoscopic surgery and bile duct exploration as well as conducting advanced laparoscopic courses at the METC, Lanarkshire |
Cost of course per delegate | £450 |
Had very good hands on experience to perform IOC, stone retrieval, choledochoscopy, T- tube insertion and laparoscopic choledochotomy and stitching.
SINGLE INCISION LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL SURGERY COURSE MAY 10TH TO MAY 11TH, 2018
Contact Name | Talvinder Singh Gill |
Contact Email | jenny.laws@nth.nhs.uk |
Title of Course | Single Incision Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Course |
Dates | 10/5/18 – 11/5/18 |
Location (where known) | University Hospital North Tees, Hardwick, Stockton, TS19 8PE |
Provisional programme (please upload) | SILCS 2018 programme.pdf |
Course duration | 2 days |
CME points available (optional) | 14 applied |
Course objectives | Practical hands on curse aimend at providing delegates with technical skills to perform single incision laparoscopic colorectal surgery |
Methods of teaching | Live operations, hands on single port surgery training in wet lab on intestinal tissue, lecture and discussion |
Target delegates | Senior registrars and laparoscopic colorectal surgeons |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | 1:2 |
Level of experience of faculty members | Faculty experienced in carrying out single port laparoscopic surgery |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £195 reduced cost |
THE 2ND UK COLORECTAL ROBOTIC SURGERY CONFERENCE AND CADAVERIC COURSE MARCH 26TH TO MARCH 27TH, 2018
Contact Name |
Louise Sore |
Contact Email |
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Title of Course |
The 2nd UK COLORECTAL ROBOTIC SURGERY CONFERENCE AND CADAVERIC COURSE |
Dates |
26-27 March 2018 |
Location (where known) |
Newcastle Surgical Training Centre |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
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Course duration |
2 days |
CME points available (optional) |
Pending |
Course objectives |
This course is designed to facilitate the surgeon with didactic and hands on cadaveric training experience. Conducted by a faculty of experienced surgeons, this is an intensive two day course of lectures, debate, exchange and practical hands on experience on Colorectal procedures using an XI Da Vinci robot |
Methods of teaching |
Didactic lectures and Cadaveric workshop |
Target delegates |
Surgical trainees to experienced consultants |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
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Level of experience of faculty members |
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Feedback forms (optional) |
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Cost of course per delegate |
£1200 |
Discounts for ALSGBI members? We would recommend a discount of 5 – 10% for delegates who are members of ALSGBI |
10% |
ADVANCED LAPAROSCOPIC SUTURING COURSE MARCH 24TH, 2018
Course Organisers – Mr Patrick Keating & Mr Ravindra
Date Saturday 24 March 2018 – 8.30 – 4.30 pm
Open to ST3 and above, Staff Grades & Consultants In any speciality who wish to refine their laparoscopic suturing skills
Venue – Surgical Simulation Centre, Chorley and District General Hospital (PR7 1PP)
Topics to be covered:
Intra-corporeal laparoscopic suturing – interrupted & continuous
Extra-corporeal knot tying
Knotless suturing
Intensive Practical Sessions
Personal tuition and feedback
Cost £250.00 – CPD points applied for
PERITONEAL METASTATIC COLORECTAL CANCER: WHAT YOU AND YOUR MDT NEED TO KNOW MARCH 1ST, 2018
Contact Name |
Education Events |
Contact Email |
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Title of Course |
Peritoneal Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: What you and your MDT need to know |
Dates |
Thursday 1st March 2018 |
Location (where known) |
Education Centre (Dept 17), The Christie, Manchester, M20 4BX |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
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Course duration |
1 day |
CME points available (optional) |
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Course objectives |
A study day for colorectal MDT teams to discuss the management of patients with peritoneal metastatic colorectal cancer |
Methods of teaching |
lectures |
Target delegates |
Oncologists, surgeons, specialist nurses, radiologists, pathologists and senior trainees working within a colorectal multidisciplinary team |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
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Level of experience of faculty members |
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Feedback forms (optional) |
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Cost of course per delegate |
£40 Medics £20 Non-Medics £100 for a team of 5 participants |
ADVANCED AND RECURRENT COLORECTAL CANCER: WHAT YOU AND YOUR MDT NEED TO KNOW JANUARY 25TH, 2018
Contact Name |
Education Events |
Contact Email |
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Title of Course |
Advanced and Recurrent Colorectal Cancer: What you and your MDT need to know |
Dates |
Thursday 25th January 2018 |
Location (where known) |
Education Centre (Dept 17), The Christie, Manchester, M20 4BX |
Provisional programme (please upload) |
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Course duration |
1 day |
CME points available (optional) |
6 points – RCS approved |
Course objectives |
A study day for clinicians and colorectal MDT teams to discuss the management of patients with advanced and complex colorectal cancer. |
Methods of teaching |
lectures |
Target delegates |
Oologncists, surgeons, specialist nurses, radiologists, pathologists and senior trainees working within a colorectal multidisciplinary team |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios |
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Level of experience of faculty members |
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Feedback forms (optional) |
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Cost of course per delegate |
£40 Medics £20 Non-Medics £100 for a team of 5 participants |
LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL TRAIN THE TRAINERS COURSE (LAPCO TT) JANUARY 22ND TO JANUARY 23RD, 2018
Question | Answer |
Contact Name | Shirley Crook |
Contact Email | shirley.crook@christie.nhs.uk |
Title of Course | Laparoscopic Colorectal Train the Trainers Course (LAPCO TT) |
Dates | 22nd – 23rd January 2018 |
Location (where known) | Education Centre (Dept 17), The Christie, Manchester, M20 4BX |
Provisional programme (please upload) | DELEGATE PROGRAMME 2018 – Provisional.doc |
Course duration | 2 days |
CME points available (optional) | |
Course objectives | The course provides the necessary tools to improve individuals as trainers through adopting suitable coaching styles. This course is not intended to teach LAPCO skills, although you may benefit from discussing different methods and approaches |
Methods of teaching | Practical, small group sessions in the skills laboratory, live operative coaching lessons and discussions from the core of the course. You will be expected to work in pairs or small groups in both simulated and realistic settings. You will also be offered the chance to demonstrate your coaching skills during the live operative sessions on the second day. |
Target delegates | Colorectal Consultant Surgeons |
Faculty and faculty/ participant ratios | |
Level of experience of faculty members | |
Feedback forms (optional) | |
Cost of course per delegate | £695 |
LAPAROSCOPIC BILE DUCT EXPLORATION. HANDS-ON CHOLEDOCHOSCOPY COURSE JUNE 2017 NOVEMBER 22ND, 2017
Location | The Medical Education Training Centre, Kirklands Hospital, NHS Lanarkshire |
Contact Name | Ms Sheryl Houston |
Flyer | Click Here |
Contact Details | sheryl.houston@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk |
Provisional programme | Biliary Course, Kirklands |
Course duration | One Day |
Course objectives | Advanced procedure–based course highlighting the technical and logistical aspects of one session laparoscopic exploration of the bile duct. The course is designed for consultant surgeons and senior trainees who have mastered the skills of routine and emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomy and may already have experience with intra-operative cholangiography. The candidates are made familiar with the technical aspects through short interactive talks. The course has a major practical hands-on component with opportunity to practice cholangiography, trans-cystic duct cannulation and exploration, choledochotomy exploration and various methods of biliary drainage. There will be emphasis on the handling and optimal use of 3mm & 5mm choledochoscopes. Well designed animal tissue models allow for task repetition and skills development and consolidation. Adequate time is dedicated to detailed discussions of technical aspects utilising extensive video material from more than 800 Laparoscopic bile duct explorations. ISCP curriculum considers bile duct exploration a mandatory procedure and the technical skills required for ST6 (level 3) to ST8 (level 4) |
CPD | 6 points – RCS approved |
Methods of teaching | Short talks, wet lab, hands-on practice and interactive discussions |
Target delegates | Maximum 8 participants. Consultant surgeons and senior trainees who have mastered the skills of routine and emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomy and may already have experience with intra-operative cholangiography or bile duct exploration |
Level of experience of faculty members | A Nassar, 20 years experience in bile duct exploration, Director of laparoscopic and bile duct courses for EAES, choledochoscopy courses at EHPBA,IHPBA congresses and various international society meetings. Former Vice Chairman of the EAES Education and Training Committee and faculty at Cuschieri skills Centre courses, MATTU, MATTUS S Mahmud. wide experience of laparoscopic biliary and upper GI. A special interest in bile duct exploration H Qandeel, experience in laparoscopic surgery and bile duct exploration as well as conducting advanced laparoscopic courses at the METC, Lanarkshire |
Cost of course per delegate | £450 |
TRAVELLING SCHOLARSHIPS 2017 (REMINDER)
ALSGBI has generously funded a scholarship in memory of David Dunn. This scholarship is to the value of £4,000. The ALSGBI in partnership with B. Braun Medical Ltd is also awarding two Aesculap Endoscopy Travelling Scholarships of £2,000 each.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 13 October 2017. The names of successful applicants will be announced at the ALSGBI Annual Scientific Meeting on Friday 10th November. For more information, click here.