Who is the course aimed at?
Those commencing colposcopy and those wishing to maintain reaccreditation. Suitable for gynaecologists, pathologists, GU physicians and nurse practitioners.
BSCCP & CME approved (suitable for BSCCP colposcopy accreditation & reaccreditation).
What is covered in the course?
The course provides both theoretical and interactive (practical) training.
Day 1 - Basic: Anatomy, pathology, colposcopy of normal/abnormal cervix, methods of detection. Where & how to be trained. Practical interactive teaching sessions in small groups, with tutor examining cytology, colposcopy and pathology using video and digital media.
Day 2 - Basic/Advanced: Aetiology of CIN, treatment, role of viral testing, audit of quality standards & national minimal data set. Practical sessions as for day 1 with video masterclass.
Day 3 - Advanced: Management of treatment failures, new methods of treating early invasive cancer, management of VIN/VAIN, anxiety and the colposcopy patient, the nurse in the colposcopy clinic. Video masterclass with interactive case presentations.
Who are the course organisers?
Professor Albert Singer, Whittington Hospital
Mr Patrick Walker, Royal Free Hospital
Miss Theresa Freeman-Wang, Whittington Hospital
Mr Narendra Pisal, Whittington Hospital
How long is the course?
The basic/advanced course is a three day course - Course members are required to meet daily at 8.50am for registration and then lectures proceed from 9.00am and are concluded at 5.00pm.
What is the cost of the course?
Please contact the course administrator for further information.