The Edinburgh Head and Neck Course - Module II (Head and Neck Reconstruction)

This course is delivered in two modules and run over five days. Module II covers head and neck reconstruction and runs over three days. For information on Module 1, please see here

Both modules are largely hands-on. Participants will work in pairs on Thiel cadavers with supervision from an expert consultant faculty, in a simulated environment. The modules can be booked as standalone, or if registering for both a discount is available. The course is aimed at trainees and newly appointed consultants in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology / ENT Surgery and Plastic Surgery. Both modules are heavily supported and sponsored by KLS Martin

Format

Trainees and newly appointed consultants in OMFS, ENT and Plastic Surgery

Relevant Grades: ST4, ST5, ST6, ST7, ST8, SpR, Consultant

Course Format

Brief lectures. Hands-on Cadaveric dissection using Thiel cadavers.

Course Objectives

This three-day course provides the underpinning knowledge base and practical instruction on head and neck surgery. Largely hands-on with participants working in pairs on Thiel cadavers with supervision from an expert consultant faculty.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module participants should be able to:

Describe the surgical anatomy of commonly used free and pedicled flaps used in head and neck reconstruction.
Analyse and list the options available for reconstruction of the head and neck to provide the best functional and aesthetic reconstruction.
Perform, under supervision, commonly used pedicled and free flaps for head and neck reconstruction.
Perform fixation of composite free flaps for reconstruction of specific defects in the head and neck.
Describe the optimal reconstruction of defects of the head and neck using free flaps to provide the best functional and aesthetic result.
Explain the need for rehabilitation following successful reconstruction and outline the techniques involved to achieve this.

Costs

£1450.00 Course Fee
£1315.00 Course Fee for RCSEd Members/Fellows
£1315.00 Course Fee if booked Module I
£1200.00 RCSEd Member/Fellow Course Fee if booked on Module 1

Cancellation Policy

Please ensure you read our cancellation policy before booking. For our full terms and conditions regarding our cancellation policy, please view our Cancellation Policy which is available on the tab above.

Course Directors

Mr Colin McIver

Mr Craig Wales

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RCSEd’s course cancellation policy?

What happens if RCSEd cancels a course I am booked on?
On occasion, RCSEd may need to cancel a course, for example if we are affected by an event out with our control or if it is not financially viable for us to deliver the course. If we do need to cancel, we will let you know as soon as possible and provide you with a full refund of course fees paid.

RCSEd shall incur no further liability (eg. travel or accommodation costs). You may wish to consider taking out appropriate travel insurance for any non-refundable costs you may incur when arranging to attend the course.

What happens if I need to cancel my place on a course I am booked?
If you cancel your place more than four weeks before the event date, you will incur an administration fee of 10% (or £50, whichever is greater) of the total course fee. NB: For course fees £250 and under, the cancellation fee is £30)

If you cancel your place less than four weeks before the course date, once the course has started, or you do not notify us, the total course fee will be charged, and no refund will be given.

Please also note that you cannot transfer your place on a Course to someone else. This is because many of our courses have a waiting list, and we have an obligation to honour this.

Can I cancel a course booking online?
NO, cancellations must be made directly with the education team by email (education@rcsed.ac.uk).
Can I transfer to another date for the same course?
YES, you can transfer to another date by contacting the Education section directly (education@rcsed.ac.uk). Please note that you can transfer only once and transfers can only be made if more than 4 weeks prior to the start of the course, without incurring additional costs. Should you cancel again, no refund shall be given.

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

How do I book a place on an RCSEd course?

You can book a place for all our courses by visiting the RCSEd website, and selecting the course you wish to book. Please note that you will need to register with the website in order to book.

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

You can also contact the Education Section by phone to book (0131 527 1600).

What payment methods do RCSEd accept?

Visa and MasterCard are accepted on the RCSEd website and over the phone to the education team.

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.

Associated Documents

2024 rcsed_course_cancellation_policy.pdf

The Edinburgh Head and Neck Course - Module II (Head and Neck Reconstruction)

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