The Orthopaedic On-call Survival Course for Junior Doctors has received excellent feedback in the past and we are excited for the 6th edition of this course to be held virtually on this occasion. The course curriculum for the Orthopaedic On-Call Survival Course for Junior Doctors has been developed by Orthopaedic Consultants with a strong interest in medical education.
Who?
This course is aimed at junior doctors who wish to improve their knowledge before embarking on an orthopaedic Foundation Year 2 / Senior House Officer (SHO) attachment to be able to manage common orthopaedic presentations and emergencies confidently.This course will also be useful for medical students with a particular interest in Trauma and Orthopaedics to gain more of an understanding on common presentations. and interpreting X-rays.
What?
A one day focused course held by senior London orthopaedic registrars aimed at improving theoretical knowledge and surviving a Trauma and Orthopaedic on-call shift.Teaching will consist of a series of short lectures focusing on presentations commonly encountered by junior doctors with an emphasis on the areas they most often find challenging. Our course equips juniors with the essential skills to accurately interpret and describe radiographs, cricual for effective participation in orthopaedic trauma meetings and on-calls.
Why?
We understand joining an orthopaedic firm as a foundation year 2 doctor / senior house officer can be a daunting task.We understand that orthopaedics is poorly taught in undergraduate curriculums which can leave you feeling exposed before embarking on a Trauma & Orthopaedic placement.We aim to give you all the theoretical knowledge for the most common orthopaedic presentations as well as emergencies, including X-ray interpretation..We hope this course will allow you to more confidently take on the daunting task of managing an orthopaedic on-call as well as participating in the trauma meetings!
Further information:
Course price: Early bird £25 (£35 after 16/2/2026)
Includes a course certificate and access to recording for 30 days
Please see attached provisional programme
To register for the course click here
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About the Academy of Surgical Education
The Academy of Surgical Education is an organisation aiming to remove some of the barriers that prevent trainees from progressing in surgery by offering high quality education for free or at affordable prices. Our courses have been designed and delivered by consultants and senior registrars with a strong interest in teaching. Since 2014 we have successfully run several courses attended by over 500 trainees from across the country in collaboration with St Mary's Hospital, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, University of East Anglia and Norwich Radiology Academy.
