Practical ultrasound for breast surgeons
This intensive, hands-on course is designed specifically for breast surgeons who wish to integrate ultrasound into surgical planning, oncoplastic procedures, intraoperative guidance, and post-operative care.
Course Highlights
- Structured, practical ultrasound training specifically designed for breast surgeons in the UK
- Supports improved oncological safety and aesthetic outcomes in oncoplastic surgery
- Focus on both in clinic and intra-operative use of ultrasound technology in breast cancer surgery
Overview
A practical ultrasound course for breast surgeons, aimed at enhancing training, knowledge, and hands-on application of ultrasound technology in breast cancer surgery both in clinic and intra-operatively. The course focuses on improving oncoplastic surgical planning, intra-operative precision and oncological safety, and the management in clinic of seromas and abscesses.
Programme Content
Key topics covered during the course include:
- Tailoring oncoplastic surgery
- How to take Ultrasound into practice
- Use of “needles” under US-guidance
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- To develop a strong foundation in both fundamental and advanced ultrasound techniques.
- To effectively apply intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) in clinical practice.
- Gain hands-on experience in ultrasound-guided surgical procedures and localisation techniques.
- Deepen understanding of alternative localisation methods, margin assessment, and complex oncoplastic decision-making.
- Examine the current debates and challenges surrounding ultrasound use by breast surgeons.
Why Attend?
- Addresses the current lack of structured, practical ultrasound training specifically for breast surgeons in the UK.
- Supports improved oncological safety and aesthetic outcomes in oncoplastic surgery.
- Responds to the increased adoption of US to aid surgical practice by breast surgeons in both Europe and the US
- Excludes diagnostic ultrasound which is undertaken by radiologists.
This course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in breast surgery.
