Radiology for Surgeons
Provided by Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
About the course
Overview
An interactive course that will enable the participants to have a greater understanding of radiological investigations, imaging types and interventions. Radiological safety, complex plain film interpretation and cross-sectional imaging case studies will be covered.
Target Audience
FY1 - FY2, CT1 - CT2
Learning Style
Interactive tutorial
Aims & Objectives
1) To provide delegates with case-based radiological teaching that forms part of the surgical curriculum. 2) Delegates will have a greater understanding of and will be more confident to interpret simple imaging and order appropriate cross-sectional imaging. 3) This course will help candidates preparing for the MRCS
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course delegates will be able to: 1) Interpret plain films of chest and abdomen with confidence 2) Be aware of radiological safety guidelines 3) Understand which cross-sectional imaging modalities are most appropriate in different clinical scenarios 4) Have a greater insight into the role of the interventional radiologist
Participant Feedback
"Lots of Scenarios to learn from, good to have computers to see images", "Very approachable presenters", "Good balance of interactive and didactic components", "Easily understandable and at right level of knowledge" "Dr David Kay was a particular engaging presenter - I enjoyed his approach to teaching x-rays of the chest"