Upcoming Medical Conferences in Glasgow

Surgical Skills for the Emergency Department Resuscitation Room is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held on Apr 25 - 26, 2019 at Clinical Anatomy Skills Centre (CASC), Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is Medical Specialty Trainees, SAS Grade Physicians, Surgical Specialty Trainees, SAS Grade Surgeons, Surgical Consultants. Course Description: This innovative course provides practical training on the surgical techniques that can save lives when waiting for assistance is not an option. Experienced faculty members from a variety of clinical backgrounds will utilise cadaver, and other specially designed clinical models, to maximise the practical experience for course participants. Key topics covered: • Thoracotomy • Chest drains • Surgical airway • Emergency caesarean section Training level: This course is suitable for emergency department and surgical trainees and consultants who are, or are likely to be, part of a major trauma team or team leader. Familiarity with use of common basic surgical instruments, suture handling and knotting techniques is a requirement Please Note: this is a hands-on cadaver course with only 12 places available.

26th European Congress on Obesity (ECO) 2019 is organized by Figur International and will be held from Apr 28 - May 01, 2019 at SEC Centre, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is clinicians, practitioners, physicians, nutritionists, surgeons and researchers - all experts and key opinion leaders in the field of obesity and its related conditions. • Basic and Experimental Science. • Childhood and Adolescent Obesity. • Health, Behaviour and Environment. • Management and Intervention. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Principles of Intramedullary Nailing Course is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held on May 01, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is for Surgical Foundation Trainees, Surgical Core Trainees, Surgical Speciality Trainees. Description: This practical, one day course introduces the principles of intramedullary nail fixation for fractures of the tibial and femoral shaft. The course will be taught by experienced orthopaedic surgeons with an interest in orthopaedic trauma. The emphasis of the course will be on supervised practical sessions allowing participants to get hands-on experience performing intramedullary nail fixation using saw-bone models. The day will also include short, interactive lectures on the principles of lower limb intramedullary nailing, complications and case based discussions. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Principles of Casting for Orthopaedic Trainees is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held on May 03, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Description: Taught by experienced clinicians and plaster technicians, this course will provide you with skills for upper and lower body casting. With a maximum of 20 participants and a high delegate to tutor ratio, the course covers the theory of casting with multiple opportunities for hands on practical experience. This interactive course will provide you with clear instruction and a supportive environment to enhance your skills in casting. The programme is designed to allow adequate time to practice techniques following each demonstration. Casting techniques covered include: • Below Elbow and Below Knee Back Slab • Below Elbow Volar Slab • Moulded Below Elbow/Colles Cast • Above Elbow and Above Knee Back Slab • Below Knee Moulded Cast • Equinus Anterior Slab Who should attend? • Orthopaedic trainees • Orthopaedic AHPs • Nurses • FY2s  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Critical Care Update - Cardiac 3: Adult Congenital Disease and Cardiac Arrest is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held on May 09, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 2 CPD Credits. Description: This evening tutorial series, run in partnership with the West of Scotland Intensive Care Society, follows the Fellowship of the Faculty of Intensive Care curriculum offering themed nights covering all the major areas of Intensive Care Medicine. While aimed at those in acute specialities with a critical care interest of ST3 and above, they are ideal for and open to anyone wishing to improve their knowledge of Intensive Care Medicine, including trainees, consultants and nurse practitioners. The events are free and run on the second Thursday of every month. Each evening, registration will run from 18:30 onwards, with lectures beginning at 19:00. Suitable for: • Medical Core Trainees • Medical Specialty Trainees • SAS Grade Physicians • Medical Consultants • Surgical Core Trainees • Surgical Specialty Trainees • SAS Grade Surgeons • Surgical Consultants  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Basic Surgical Skills Course is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held from May 09 - 10, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Suitable For: • Medical Student • Surgeons Outside the UK • Surgical Foundation Trainees • Surgical Core Trainees • Surgical Speciality Trainees • SAS Grade Surgeons Description: This is the new, fifth edition of the Intercollegiate course that runs over two days. It is for trainees anticipating a career in Surgery and preparing for basic surgical examinations. The course aims to teach safe operating techniques and stresses the importance of precautions for safe theatre practice. This programme covers: • Gowning and gloving • Handling instruments • Knots • Suturing techniques • Haemostasis • Handling bowel • Abdominal closure and drain insertion • Skin lesion and LA techniques • Cytology techniques and biopsy • Fine tissue handling • Electro-surgery • Wound management • Endoscopic surgery  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Dental Cone Beam 2A Certification Course is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and will be held from May 09 - 10, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is Surgical Specialty Trainees, Surgical Consultants, Dental Care Professionals, Dental Undergraduates, Primary Care / General Dental Practitioners, Dental Specialty Trainees, Dental Specialists / Consultants. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 10 CPD Credits. Description: An initial Level 2A certificate is issued at the end of 2 day course. This allows delegates to begin safely interpreting their own CBCT scans having been introduced to what normal 3D anatomy looks like. Delegates then know when to refer on for a level 3 expert Radiological or surgical opinion should an anomaly or significant pathology arise. Course Aims • To allow dental clinicians an introduction and overview of CBCT in order to comply with current guidelines. This will build on any standard IRMER course and CBCT (level 1) training already undertaken. • Allow delegates to make decisions on CBCT that are safe and informed with respect to justification and interpretation. • Give the dentist a structure and the tools (`higher order` thinking) to report a CBCT safely. (see below) Course Objectives • An understanding / overview of how to safely refer and justify CBCT (IRMER Referrer and Practitioner roles.) • Where applicable, the ability to operate the CBCT scanner safely in the IRMER Operator role and know how and when to ask for advice. • The delegate will have knowledge of the current updates in Radiation Protection Legislation surrounding CBCT imaging.( IRMER2018 and IRR2017) • An understanding of Radiation dosages and how patient dose experience is potentially affected by the CBCT imaging modality. • An ability to recognise normal 3D CBCT anatomy and appreciate common pathologies that may appear in the scanning Field of View (FOV) • An ability to structure a CBCT report IRMER Operator (Reporter role) • An ability to refer ` CBCT acquisitions` for a level 3 specialist radiological opinion with in an appropriate timescale. Dental enhanced CPD learning outcomes category A, B and C After attending the CBCT course, delegates will be able to • Safely refer and justify CBCT (IRMER Referrer and Practitioner roles.) Communicate with other clinicians who may be involved in the patient imaging pathway. • To operate the CBCT scanner safely in the IRMER Operator role if appropriate and know when to ask for advice. (Build on initial manufacturers teaching). • Lead the dental team in terms of championing good radiological practice and encourage robust QA and Audit (Quality Improvement) • Utilise/ comply with the current Radiation protection legislation surrounding CBCT • Assess the available Radiation dosages involved when utilising CBCT and explain these to the patient if asked to do so (in general/ realistic terms). • Recognise normal 3D CBCT anatomy and appreciate common pathologies that may appear in the small and larger CBCT Field of View (FOV) • Structure a CBCT report (IRMER Operator (Reporter role) for those using small volume CBCT and know when to refer for `level 3` advice. • Refer ` CBCT acquisitions` for a specialist radiological opinion where necessary. • Enthuse and lead their clinical teams to promote imaging excellence. Note: A follow-up course for Level 2B Certification will take place on 23 August 2019.

Neuro Anaesthesia & Critical Care Society of Great Britain and Ireland (NACCS) Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) 2019 is organized by Neuro Anaesthesia & Critical Care Society of Great Britain and Ireland (NACCS) and will be held from May 09 - 10, 2019 at Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Clinical Trainer Development: An Overview Course is organized by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG) and will be held on May 09, 2019 at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 4 CPD Credits. Suitable For: • Medical Specialty Trainees • SAS Grade Physicians • Medical Consultants • Other Physicians • Surgical Speciality Trainees • SAS Grade Surgeons • Surgical Consultants • Other Surgeons • Dental Specialty Trainees • Dental Specialists / Consultants • Travel Medicine Nurses • Travel Healthcare Professionals • Travel Medicine Doctors • Specialist Podiatrists • Advanced Podiatrists and Consultants Description: This Course will provide you with learning and teaching skills, communication, coaching and dealing with difficult students. With a focus on supporting the training and professional development of trainers specifically this course is designed for those holding a named trainer role in secondary care. It will also be useful for those new to educational supervision. Covering many key supervision principles in the context of an educational and clinical environment, including leadership styles, leading teams and mentoring, this course will provide you with skills to support your trainees. Delivered by professional clinical leadership and management experts and senior clinicians, this half day course will provide you with enhanced skills for delivering education and training.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Association of Breast Surgery (ABS) Conference 2019 is organized by Association of Breast Surgery (ABS) and will be held from May 13 - 14, 2019 at SEC Centre, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.