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Keynote Speaker Mr Francesco Di Chiara Consultant Thoracic Surgeon: NUCCS Advancements in Cardiothoracic Surgery: National Student-Led Conference

27th Jan 2024
1:55 - 3:00pm (GMT)
27th Jan 2024
1:55 - 3:00pm (GMT)
Hosted on MedAll
Attendance certificate available
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Mr Francesco Di Chiara, Consultant Thoracic Surgeon, will be delivering a talk as one of our keynote speakers as part of the NUCCS Advancements in Cardiothoracic Surgery: National Student-Led Conference. Mr Di Chiara introduced uniportal VATS surgery (single incision key-hole) at Oxford University Hospitals and, has been involved in teaching peer consultant colleagues. He regularly performs advanced cases including sleeve lobectomies, chest wall resections and segmentectomies with this technique. Prior to this, we will have a brief presentation on the Importance of Accessibility and Inclusion in Medicine Dr. Phil McElnay, CEO at MedAll. The NUCCS conference on cardiothoracic surgery (CTS) is an excellent opportunity for medical students and foundation doctors to gain hands-on experience in basic CTS skills, and also to learn about the latest advancements in this field.

Summary

Join us for the NUCCS Advancements in Cardiothoracic Surgery: National Student-Led Conference where keynote speaker, Francesco Di Chiara will share his expertise on uniportal VATS surgery, an advanced technique he championed at Oxford University Hospitals. This conference offers medical students and foundation doctors a valuable opportunity to learn cutting-edge skills in cardiothoracic surgery and understand the significance of accessibility and inclusion in medicine, introduced by Dr. Phil McElnay, CEO at MedAll. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your knowledge, engage with leaders in the field, and acquire essential hands-on experience.

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Learning objectives

  1. To understand the historical context and revolutionary impact of uniportal VATS surgery (single incision key-hole) in cardiothoracic surgery, as introduced and applied by Mr. Francesco Di Chiara at Oxford University Hospitals.
  2. To outline the technical nuances and master the basic principles behind the advanced procedures like sleeve lobectomies, chest wall resections and segmentectomies using the single incision key-hole technique.
  3. To explore the journey of teaching and peer-learning at a consultant level in the field of cardiothoracic surgery from Mr. Francesco Di Chiara's experiences.
  4. To comprehend the importance of Accessibility and Inclusion in modern medicine, and analyze its implications in the field of cardiothoracic surgery.
  5. To gain practical, hands-on experience in basic cardiothoracic surgery (CTS) skills during the NUCCS conference and comprehend the latest advancements in the CTS field.
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27th Jan 2024
1:55 - 3:00pm (GMT)
Hosted on MedAll
Attendance certificate available
This event has ended. Similar events
Free
ONLINE & IN PERSON