Overview
This one-day course offers a practical introduction to laparoscopic surgery for junior doctors in the early stages of training. Through hands-on simulation, participants will develop key skills in instrument handling, port placement and laparoscopic technique. The course is delivered in a supportive environment by experienced faculty and is designed to help trainees build confidence before progressing to live theatre.
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to familiarise the delegate with the equipment and instruments used in laparoscopic surgery, to allow simulation of manipulation of objects within a laparoscopic environment and to have the opportunity to practise simulated operations using a gallbladder and appendix laparoscopic training model.
Who is this course for
This one day course is aimed at junior doctors around the level of core trainee level 1 with an interest in General Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology.
Attending the course
This event is an in-person course. That means you get the chance to join us at the College in Glasgow.
At the College, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, as well as lunch prepared by our award-winning chefs.
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is conveniently located in Glasgow City Centre, within easy reach of major train stations, motorways and airports. Hotel and parking discounts can be accessed after booking.
Find out more about the best way to get to us.
Claiming your CPD
This course offers 6 CPD points for everyone who attends. This can be claimed via your College account. CPD points will be available for up to one month after the course. Where the course has been recorded, these sessions will also be available. If you have any questions about claiming your CPD points, our Education team are happy to help.
What happens on the day?
Click below to view the programme or download the pdf.
08.45
- Registration
09.00
- Welcome and Introductions
09.15
- Timed Laparoscopic Tasks, stacking and threading and cutting
10.00
- Refreshment break
11.00
- Taught practical session - patient set up, different port types, access
and port placement & safe port insertion
11.30
- Taught practical session, clipping, tying and suturing
12.30
- Lunch
13.30
- Laparoscopic appendectomy and laparoscopic cholecystectomy
14.30
- Laparoscopic appendectomy simulation
15.30
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy model
16.30
- Feedback and close
Key Information
Member: £149
Non-member: £199
Either scroll to the top of the page or use the links in the upcoming dates tab to select the desired date and book your place.
Here's what our previous participants said
"This course has allowed me to practice basic techniques, using both hands and practicing some of the skills I hope to use during my time in general surgery."
"Knot tying teaching/practicing was good. Appendicectomy and cholecystectomy simulations were very useful too."
"Hands on part was good and we had time to practice."
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the coordinator. Their details can be found below.

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