Overview

This introductory, practical half-day course provides a structured introduction to robotic-assisted surgery using the Hugo™ Robotic Assisted Surgery System. It is designed for trainees, SAS doctors and Locally Employed Doctors (LEDs) who are new to robotic surgery and combines system familiarisation, simulation, bedside/team skills and emergency procedures.

Course Format

Half-day practical sessions with small-group rotating stations covering the Hugo™ RAS system and docking, surgeon console/VR simulation, and robotic team skills including troubleshooting and emergency undocking. Teaching is formative and is intended to support safe participation and further development in robotic surgery; it does not confer independent robotic credentialing.

Suitability

FY1/ CT1-2/ ST1-ST6/ Locally employed doctors

Course Aims and Objectives

To introduce Core Surgical Trainees, early-stage surgical trainees, SAS doctors and Locally Employed Doctors (LEDs) to the principles of robotic-assisted surgery and provide the knowledge and practical skills required to participate safely as an assistant in robotic procedures while developing fundamental robotic console skills using the Hugo™ Robotic Assisted Surgery System.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

Explain the principles of robotic-assisted surgery
Describe the components of the Hugo™ RAS System
Understand patient positioning, robotic port placement and docking
Demonstrate basic robotic console skills using VR simulators
Understand basic principles of non-technical skills within the robotic operating theatre
Recognise common system faults and troubleshooting principles
Demonstrate safe emergency undocking procedures
Appreciate the role of robotics within modern surgical training

CPD

4 Points

Costs

£75.00 Full Fee

£60.00 RCSEd Member & Affiliate Fee

Does the course cover any areas of the surgical curriculum?

Yes. The course supports generic and specialty training capabilities relevant to safe operative practice, including minimally invasive/robotic surgery, patient safety, teamwork and communication, non-technical skills, human factors, equipment awareness, troubleshooting and emergency procedures. It is also suitable for SAS doctors and LEDs seeking structured development in these areas.

Course Director

Professor C. R. Selvasekar (Sekar), with RCSEd robotic faculty. Course director/faculty configuration may vary by course date.

Mr Siong Liau

Professor Chetan Parmar

Additional Information

Supported by Medtronic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RCSEd’s course cancellation policy?

What happens if RCSEd cancels a course I am booked on?
Occasionally, RCSEd may need to cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances or if it is not financially viable to run. If this happens, we will notify you as soon as possible and issue a full refund of any course fees paid.

Please note that RCSEd will not be liable for any additional costs such as travel or accommodation. We recommend arranging appropriate travel insurance to cover any non-refundable expenses.
What happens if I need to cancel my place on a course I am booked?

If you cancel within 48 hours of booking, you will receive a full (100%) refund.

Cancellations made more than four weeks before the course date will be refunded, minus a 20% administration fee.

If you cancel less than four weeks before the course date, after the course has started, or fail to notify us, the full course fee will be charged, and no refund will be given. However, if you have a valid reason and can provide supporting evidence, you may be eligible for an 80% refund, subject to approval.

Please note that course places are non-transferable. Many of our courses have waiting lists, and we are committed to offering any available places to those on the list.

Should you have any further questions, the Education Team can be contacted on 0131 527 1600 or by email to education@rcsed.ac.uk.

Can I cancel a course booking online?

NO, cancellations must be made directly with the education team via phone or email. (Email: education@rcsed.c.uk or phone 0131 527 1600)

Can I transfer to another date for the same course?

No – we do not offer the option to defer or transfer your place to a later date or an alternative course.

How do I book a place on an RCSEd course?

You can book a place for all our courses by visiting the RCSEd Website, https://www.rcsed.ac.uk/events-courses and selecting the course you wish to book. Please note that you will need to register and create an account with the College of Surgeons in order to book.

Please be aware that creating an account is free and open to non-members.

For some regional and international courses, you will need to book directly with the centre. Please check individual courses for details.

What payment methods do RCSEd accept?

Visa and MasterCard are accepted on the RCSEd website.

All course bookings will receive a booking confirmation email: this email acts as your receipt.

Request an Invoice: If your course fees will be paid by a third party (eg trust, hospital, charitable fund) and they wish to be invoiced then they must provide us with an official purchase order. We are unable to process applications without this.

The purchase order should be submitted with the application form and can be emailed to education@rcsed.ac.uk. Please note that we can only invoice organisations and not individuals. Please check with your hospital or trust, as some may require you to pay yourself and then claim the money back.

Course Details - Essentials in Robotic Surgery (Medtronic Hugo RAS System) - Afternoon Session

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