STEPS Faculty Tan Arulampalam and Nick Reay-Jones discuss the decision making behind laparoscopic surgery, and those situations when open procedures are the best course of action. They go on to consider litigation and the challenge of error, and some of the broader factors that contribute to a sustainable surgical career.
Prof Tan is joined by his STEPS faculty colleague Nick Reay-Jones to discuss some of the technical considerations in mobilising the splenic flexure. In this extended episode, technical detail is given to their preferred set-up and technique for the procedure.
Hamish and Tan discuss how surgical training has evolved and what delegates can expect from the course. They also give some guidance on the application process.
Tan and Hamish discuss the equipment available to colorectal surgeons and some of the considerations when using different tools.
Introduction to course JnJ STEPS course. Hamish Mackenzie talks with Professor Tan Arulampalam about the history, structure, content and training methods of the STEPS colorectal surgical course.