Bypass, Balloon Pumps and Circulatory Support

The course will contain some lectures but will predominantly be practical in a format allowing all participants to gain hands-on experience with the devices mentioned above. Setting up and running a CPB Circuit, as well as insertion and maintenance of the IABP will be the key components of this course for each participant. A very high ratio of faculty to participants will ensure a thorough understanding and familiarity with all topics covered.

Date: 7 June 2010	Fee: £375
Held at: The Royal College of Surgeons of England	Status: Places available
Contact: education@rcseng.ac.uk or call: 020 7869 6300	Application Form

Convenor

Mr Mike Lewis
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Royal Sussex County Hospital

Level

CT 1-2, ST 2-8 and cardiothoracic surgical assistants

Content

The programme for this course will include:

Lectures

• Cardiopulmonary bypass
  
• Ventricular assist devices
  
• ECMO
• IABP

Workshop

• CPB
• IABP

Format

• Skills workshop and demonstrations
  
• Informal discussions
  
• Video and slide presentations
  
• Formal Lectures