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.

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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.

Who Should 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.

Upcoming dates

There are currently no scheduled dates for this course. Additional information will be made available in due time, and we encourage you to revisit this page for the latest updates.

You may wish to explore our related courses, which offer further opportunities to support your ongoing learning.

For more information, please contact events@absgbi.org.uk.