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Minor Suturing Workshop

This half day, practical course will develop the knowledge and skills needed to close wounds in both primary care and secondary care environments.

Suitable for: GPs, Trainee Doctors, Nurses and Allied Healthcare Professionals.

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Aim

Overview of the assessment, care and management of wounds, whilst developing basic suturing technique.

Objectives

  • Overview of classification of wounds and the various types of wound dressings
  • Discuss patient assessment while reviewing cases
  • Carry out effective infection control
  • Discuss patient consent
  • Review suturing materials and equipment
  • Identify correct suture selection and technique
  • Overview of anaesthesia
  • Discuss potential complications
  • Understand the process of suture removal
  • Discuss procedure aftercare
  • Practice suturing on simulated wounds

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At the end of the course delegates should be able to:

  • Describe how to assess a patient and wound before considering the use of sutures
  • Describe the different stages of wound healing and wound classification
  • Define the purpose of sutures and other wound dressings
  • Outline anaesthesia dosage and contraindications
  • Discuss the appropriate use of a range of suturing materials and equipment
  • Outline the characteristics of wounds which should not be sutured
  • Explore common suturing errors and consider removal of sutures
  • Summarise wound care information and advice given to patients
  • Practice the skill of suturing minor wounds using a simple interrupted suture
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13

Nov

Minor Suturing Workshop

Belfast

£157.50

Monday, 13 November 2023

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • £157.50 incl. VAT
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Mon 13 Nov 2023

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Event is fullJoin waiting list
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11

Dec

Minor Suturing Workshop

Dublin

€183.00

Monday, 11 December 2023

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • €183.00 incl. VAT
Event is fullJoin waiting list

Mon 11 Dec 2023

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Event is fullJoin waiting list
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14

Feb

Minor Suturing Workshop

Dublin

€183.00

Wednesday, 14 February 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • €183.00 incl. VAT
Register

Wed 14 Feb 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Register
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10

Apr

Minor Suturing Workshop

Dublin

€183.00

Wednesday, 10 April 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • €183.00 incl. VAT
Register

Wed 10 Apr 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Register
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11

Jul

Minor Suturing Workshop

Dublin

€183.00

Thursday, 11 July 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • €183.00 incl. VAT
Register

Thu 11 Jul 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Register
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12

Nov

Minor Suturing Workshop

Belfast

£157.50

Tuesday, 12 November 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

  • £157.50 incl. VAT
Register

Tue 12 Nov 2024

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (5 hours)

This half day, practical course is aimed at GPs, trainee doctors, nurses and AHPS and will develop knowledge and skills relating to the minor suturing of wounds.

Register

Cost

£157.50/€183.00 (including VAT)

Time

9:00am – 2:00pm

 

Locations

Belfast

Kingsbridge Training Academy
10 Falcon Way, Boucher Road,
Belfast, BT12 6SQ

 

Dublin

Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown
Church Rd, Tyrrelstown,
Dublin, D15 EYX5

 

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4 CPD Hours