Principles of Managing Hand Fractures and Fracture Fixation Course
11th July 2024 (1800-2100 hours)- Theoretical Component Held via Zoom
17th July 2024 (0830-1800 hours)- Practical Component Held at College of Physicians and Surgeons of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay
This hybrid course will discuss the principles of managing hand fractures and the fixation of fractures. The theoretical component of the course will be delivered via Zoom on Thursday 11th July 2024 (1800-2100 hours), and the practical component will take place at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay on Wednesday 17th July 2024 (0830-1800 hours).
Delegates will participate in small group practical workshops on metacarpal plating, metacarpal lag screw fixation, proximal phalanx plating, proximal phalanx lag screw fixation, and interfragmentary screw fixation. Delegates will also have the opportunity to create their own fractures on the sawbones and try various fixation methods.
Practical Sessions:
- Plate fixation of metacarpal
- Lag screw fixation of metacarpal
- Plate fixation of proximal phalanx
- Lag screw fixation of proximal phalanx
- Inter-fragmentary screw fixation of intra-articular fractures
Delegates might also wish to attend the ‘Fundamental Principles of Microsurgical Anastomosis, Flap Designs and Tendon Repairs’ Course on Wednesday 10th July 2024 (1800-2100 hours) and Tuesday 16th July 2024 (0830-1800 hours). Delegates who attend both courses will be eligible for a reduction in the fee (applied during registration). Please follow this link for further details of the course Fundamental Principles of Microsurgical Anastomosis, Flap Designs and Tendon Repairs
Aimed at
- Core Surgical Trainees (CT1 and CT2)
- Specialty Trainees in Orthopaedic Surgery (ST3)
- Specialty Trainees in Plastic Surgery (ST3)
- Trust Doctors
- Clinical Fellows
- Non-Training Registrars in Plastic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery
Quick Information
| Places are currently available | |
|---|---|
| Date | 11th July 2024 (1800-2100 hours) and 17th July 2024 (0830-1800 hours) |
| Venue Google Maps |
11th July 2024 (1800-2100 hours)- Theoretical Component Held via Zoom 17th July 2024 (0830-1800 hours)- Practical Component Held at College of Physicians and Surgeons of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay |
| Course Fee | £250.00 |
| Closing Date | Places will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis and therefore we are unable to provide a precise closing date. |
| No of Places | 16 |
| Dress code | Professional/Semi-formal |
