MRCS A Paper 2 (Focusing on Principles of Surgery in General) Preparation Course
3rd and 4th August (Saturday and Sunday) 2024
Live Online Teaching Held via Zoom
About
In addition to touching upon some core elements in applied basic sciences (such as applied physiology and critical care), this intensive course will provide the attendee with a sound understanding of the essential management principles of common conditions seen in the various surgical subspecialities and disciplines.
This course will predominantly cover microbiology, pharmacology, genetics, statistics, vascular surgery, breast surgery, burns, plastic surgery, trauma and orthopaedic surgery, endocrine surgery, upper GI surgery, HPB surgery, colorectal surgery, transplant surgery, paediatric surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, urology and the principles of surgery in general. In addition, pathologies relevant to the above systems will also be discussed.
Reviews
Topics covered
Pelvis and Perineum (Anatomy and Pathology)
- Cancers of the Kidneys
- Anatomy of the Ureters, Bladder and Urethra
- Cancers of the Urinary Bladder
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia – Medical and Surgical Management
- TURP Syndrome
- Cancers of the Prostate – Surveillance and Management
- Uterus and Cervix – Supports and Relations
- Anatomy of Male and Female External Genitalia
- Pelvis and Perineum
- Fascia of the Perineum and Deep Space Infections
- Management of Pelvic Fractures and Managing Urethral Injuries
- Lumbar Plexus
- Sacral Plexus
- Gluteal Region – Greater and the Lesser Sciatic Foramen
- Hip Joint and Femur; Blood Supply and Nerve Supply
- Principles of Management of the Fracture Neck of the Femur
- Femoral Triangle, Adductor Canal and Thigh
- Knee Joint and Popliteal Fossa – Anatomy, Contents and Relations
- Management of Knee Injuries
- Lower Leg and Compartments
- Pathophysiology and Management of Compartment Syndrome
- Ankle Joint and Ligaments
- Management of Ankle Fracture and Injuries
- Foot – Layers and Arches
- Femoral Nerve Injury
- Sciatic Nerve Injury
- Common Peroneal Nerve Injury
- Key Lower Limb Osteology
- Management of Fractures of the Lower Limb
- Basic and General Pathology
- Tumour Markers
- Screening for Breast Cancers and Cancer Genetics
- Management of Benign Pathologies of the Breast
- Management of Breast Cancers
- Management of Benign Thyroid Disorders
- Management of Thyroid Cancers
- Management of Lumps and Benign Cutaneous Lesions
- Management of Common Skin Conditions and Cutaneous Malignancies
- Melanoma and its Management
- MEN Syndromes
- Endocrine System
- Calcium Metabolism and Hyperparathyroidism
- Cushing’s Disease and Cushing’s Syndrome: Screening Tests and Management
- Disorders of the Adrenal Cortex, Adrenal Medulla, Pheochromocytoma and Neuroblastoma
- Principles of Dexamethasone Suppression and Synacthen Tests
- Adrenal Incidentalomas
- Carcinoid Tumours and Carcinoid Syndrome
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis) – Management Principles
- Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia and Paget’s Disease
- Gout, Pseudogout, Septic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Management of Bone Cancers
- Management of Trauma; ATLS Principles
- Types of Shock and Classes of Hypovolemic Shock
- Major Haemorrhage Protocol
- Massive Blood Transfusion
- Neurophysiology and Raised ICP
- Constituents of CSF
- Management of Raised ICP
- Management of Head Injuries
- Cardiovascular Physiology
- Respiratory Physiology
- Oxy-Haemoglobin Dissociation Curve
- Renal Physiology
- Applied Acid-Base Balance
- Bilirubin Metabolism and Jaundice
- Management of Fluids and Electrolytes in the Peri-Operative Period and in Trauma
- Pre-Operative Assessment
- Nutrition, Feeding and TPN
- Common Anaesthetic Drugs and Peri-Operative Care
- Post-Operative Complications and Management
- Management of Hypothermia in Surgical Patients
- Pharmacology of Key Anti-Platelets, Anti-Coagulants and Anti-Cancer Drugs
- Principles of Local Anaesthetics; Tourniquets; Diathermy
- Essential Principles in Laparoscopic Surgery
- Sutures, Suture Materials and Needles
- Fundamentals of Wound Healing
- Reconstructive Ladder
- Skin Grafts, Flaps and Basics of Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery
- Burns and Scalds – Assessment and Management
- Venous Ulcers, Arterial Ulcers, Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers, and Their Management
- Peripheral Arterial Disease, Vascular Pathologies, and the Core Principles in Vascular Surgery
- Carotid Artery Disease and Carotid Endarterectomy
- AAA: Screening; Elective vs. Emergency; Open vs. EVAR; TEVAR; FEVAR; REBOA
- Tuberculosis
- Necrotising Fasciitis – Assessment, LRINEC score, Management
- Other Surgical Infections, Animal and Human Bites
- Statistics – Types of Studies, Bias, Relative Risk, Odds Ratio
- Statistics – Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV and NPV
- Types of Statistical Tests and Their Surgical Application
- Genetics and Inheritance Patterns
Quick Information
| Places are currently available | |
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| Dates | 3rd and 4th August (Saturday and Sunday) 2024 |
| Venue Google Maps |
Live Online Teaching Held via Zoom |
| Course Fee | £245.00 |
| 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 | 20 |
| Dress code | Professional/Semi-formal |
