Overview
Our GI Anastomosis Techniques Course gives participants an opportunity to perform a variety of surgical procedures on tissue models under the expert guidance of consultant surgeons.
The course forms an integral part of current postgraduate surgical training and the delivery maximises learning opportunities with a high trainer-to-trainee ratio.
Participants will learn from a variety of procedures including:
- Small bowel anastomosis
- Colonic anastomosis
- Gastrojejunostomy
- Oesophago-gastrotomy
Learning outcomes
The course is well paced and offers sufficient time to understand procedures and undertake focused practise. Personal feedback on performance is offered with advice for further practise.
This course is run by Mr Min Maung, Consultant General Surgeon, NHS Lanarkshire.
Who is this course for?
The GI Anastomosis Techniques Course is aimed at foundation year doctors to core surgical trainees.
Attending the course
This event is an in-person course. That means you get the chance to join us in Glasgow.
Coming to the College: For those joining us in Glasgow, 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.
What happens on the day?
View the programme by downloading the below pdf.
Here's what our previous participants said
"I had the chance to actually perform anastomosis, instead of assisting, and had a senior advise me on how I can improve, which is exactly what I was seeking."
"Huge amount of hands-on experience. Clear demonstrations and instructions. Excellent faculty."
"Having now been able to practise my skills, I can apply these more confidently when assisting in theatre."
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the coordinator. Their details can be found below.
