Courses

A week long course to learn the Fundamentals of Arthroscopic Surgery Training (FAST), as well as further in-depth training in virtual reality shoulder and knee arthroscopy and trauma procedures.

So much of surgical training is focused upon core knowledge and the technical aspects of procedures and operations. Whilst those are important, how we interact with our peers, respond to stress and see beyond our immediate task-focus are completely under-emphasised in modern surgical training. Non-technical skills are about exploring emotional intelligence (EQ). A lot of it is about knowing yourself and knowing how you respond to stressful, difficult or awkward situations that might make you feel uncomfortable. For example, how willing are you to challenge other peoples bad behaviour when it manifests? How do you manage an underperforming colleague? What are you like in an emergency? The Barts Bone and Joint NTS course explores human factors in a scenario-based, simulated setting, based out of our Sim-Facility. It's an enlightening course delivered in a light-hearted way, and everyone comes away having learned something useful about themselves.

A virtual reality course using the VirtaMed ArthroS simulator, tailored for you to learn basic arthroscopic skills in preparation for complex procedures in a real operating room.

Trauma is one of the cornerstones of the FRCS-ortho viva assessment, but as a large topic it can seem overwhelming at times. This course is designed to ease the anxiety around trauma vivas, consolidating core knowledge, as well as improving viva technique. We run short, punchy lectures in the mornings, covering common scenarios, such as resuscitation, polytrauma, ortho-vascular injuries, and open fractures etc. We emphasise how to draw some of the key diagrams, such as the tension-band, working length and modes of plating. We also run talks on how to viva well, how to organise your thoughts as you go and inject enthusiasm into your responses. Afternoons are about applying your knowledge with viva practice sessions.

The Practical Orthopaedics Course is held every year at The Royal London Hospital, our major trauma centre. It covers the core knowledge and practical skills required during an orthopaedic on-call shift. Whilst it is aimed at Senior House Officer level doctors, it is also ideally suited to physician associates, nurse practitioners and Emergency Department docs who want to learn essential orthopaedic ED skills. Delegates come from all over the country and our faculty members all have a keen interest in teaching and education.

The Percivall Pott ST3 interview course is aimed at trainees applying for a national training number in Trauma and Orthopaedics. It covers all aspects of the national selection process with a combination of small group teaching, practical dry bone sessions and simulated interview cycles. Our faculty is made up of consultants on the national selection panel and registrars who have ranked highly in previous years. Previous delegates have found the course invaluable in preparation for the interview, with the top ranked trainees for the past three years gaining a Percivall Pott training number.