ASiT x BSoT Core Skills in Urology

This comprehensive Core Urology course is designed to equip medical students and doctors with essential practical skills and knowledge for managing on-call urology cases, while providing a seamless transition to registrar-level training. Aligned with the urology curriculum of the MRCS, this course offers a robust foundation in key urological principles.

In addition, participants will have the unique opportunity to engage in a discussion on 'What it’s like to be a Urologist?' and receive valuable guidance on ST3 applications from current trainees.

Ideal for those preparing for the next stage of their urology career.

Delegate numbers: 20
Grade – Medical Students – CT2

Summary of course:

9.00: Introduction – (10 mins)

55 minute rotational stations, 4 delegates maximum per station – example rotations: 

1) Wire-guided catheter insertion & Suprapubic cathetrisation using mannequin

2) Practical skills in resection (using Endotrainer)

3) Flexible cystoscopy

4) Emergency scrotal exploration (wet specimens)

5) Rigid cystoscopy & JJ stent insertion (+/- simulated TURP/TURBT if available)

6) What it is like to be a Urologist?/ ST3 application/ Q&A

There will also be a discussion on emergency management of acute urological conditions during each module.

15.30: Roadmap to ST3/Careers/Q&A – (40 minutes) with all delegates together

16.15: Close and feedback