Surgeon Doctor Course
The Surgeon Doctor Course on Acute Appendicitis equips medical professionals with essential skills for comprehensive management, from initial assessment and diagnosis through surgical intervention and postoperative care. It emphasises evidence-based decision-making for operative or non-operative approaches, precise laparoscopic and open surgical techniques, perioperative optimisation including anaesthesia and antibiotics, and early detection of complications. By the end, learners will confidently handle appendicitis cases, reducing risks and enhancing patient outcomes in demanding clinical settings.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a focused, evidence-based approach to managing acute appendicitis, covering history taking, physical examination, scoring systems, imaging, laboratory tests, and diagnostic pathways. Participants will learn precise criteria for deciding on surgery, observation, or antibiotic therapy, along with detailed steps for open and laparoscopic appendectomy, key aspects of anaesthesia and patient consent, and efficient postoperative care protocols to minimise complications and ensure smooth patient recovery.
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Develop skills
- Master the systematic workup of appendicitis through targeted history, examination, lab investigations, and imaging selection.
- Execute safe open and laparoscopic appendectomies using structured, repeatable procedural steps.
- Optimise perioperative management with effective anaesthesia, antibiotic prophylaxis, fluid balance, and blood sugar control.
- Identify and address postoperative complications promptly to promote quicker and safer recovery.
- Apply evidence-based principles to decide between surgical intervention, observation, or medical management.
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