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The course fee includes a copy of Professor Abrams' book "Urodynamics" third edition. Which is presented to delegates on the first day of the course.

Education - Certificate in Urodynamics

Course Overview:
This 3-day course (3^½ days in Newcastle) for nurses, doctors and all professions supplementary to medicine, has been running successfully for many years. It is aimed for those who have some basic knowledge and experience of urodynamics but who are not experts.

The course is a combination of lectures using slides, videos, PowerPoint or overheads, interactive discussion and practical demonstrations. Time is spent discussing the basic principles of urodynamics, setting up equipment, urodynamic techniques, interpretation of results and writing reports. Most of the relevant topics are covered but this is not a specialised course and neither does it cover the advanced application of urodynamics to management. There are usually 18 delegates (20 in Newcastle) attending the course and the small numbers mean that it is possible to discuss ideas and problems individually.

At the close of the course there is a short optional multiple choice test. Those who achieve satisfactory marks are awarded the Certificate of Urodynamics of the Bristol Urological Institute. Others who do not reach the required standard, or who choose not to participate, are awarded a Certificate of Attendance.

Topics Include:

Introduction
An overview of Urodynamics
Basic principles of Urodynamics
Getting started - 'How to set up and use the equipment'
Flow Studies
Urodynamic Studies - Video transmission
Urodynamic and Video Urodynamic Studies - male and female
Paediatric and Neurological cases
Ambulatory monitoring
Interpretation of traces
Misinterpretation and artefacts of Urodynamic traces
Interactive discussion

Venues:

Bristol Certificate Course: 11 - 13 June, 8 - 10 October

The course directors are Paul Abrams, Professor of Urology, Mr Hashim Hashim, Consultant Urological Surgeon, Southmead Hospital, and Professor Marcus Drake, Consultant Urological Surgeon, Bristol Urological Institute. The course is held the Bristol Urological Institute. The course dinner is usually held in Sahra Restaurant on the evening of the first day.

London Certificate Course: 18 - 20 June, 24 - 26 September

The course director is Mr Vikram Khullar, Consultant Gynaecologist & Obstetrician. The course is held in Imperial College, St. Mary's Hospital, London.

Manchester Certificate Course: 29 - 31 May

The course director is Dr Fiona Reid, Consultant Urogynaecologist, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester.

Newcastle Certificate Course: 13 - 16 March

The course director is Mr Tahseen Hasan, Consultant Urologist at the Freeman Hospital. The course is held in Department of Urology, The Freeman Hospital, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Costs:

The course fee of £475 includes a copy of Paul Abrams' book 'Urodynamics' (3^rd Edition). Delegates are limited to 18 (20 in Newcastle) and demand for the course is very high. Full payment is required at the time of booking, alternatively we can invoice you for the full amount. Unfortunately telephone bookings will not be accepted, although we can take telephone credit/debit card payments over the phone provided we have received your completed registration form in advance. Bookings will be taken on a strict first come, first served basis.

Accommodation:

The course fee does not include the cost of accommodation, delegates will be responsible for finding their own accommodation. We have produced some guides for accommodation within the vicinity of the course locations:
Bristol > London > Manchester > Newcastle >

Booking:

Please note before making your application. This course is specifically designed for those who have basic knowledge and experience of urodynamics. Is it not suitable for those with no practical urodynamic experience. To apply please download and complete a course application form and return it to this office.

Click here for an Application Form >

Please email Jade should your require further information.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you cancel less than 3 weeks before the course, £25 will be retained for administration costs and the balance refunded. Or, we can keep your payment on file for use at an alternative course date.

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