General Surgery

University Hospital Plymouth

Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) course, Plymouth, 4-5 Mar 2027

4–5 Mar 2027 · 2 days · Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, United Kingdom Hotels nearby

About

Two-day hands-on workshop course in fundamental surgical techniques such as suturing, knot-tying, tissue handling and instrument use, each taught by demonstration and then practice.

Who it’s for

Foundation doctors (FY1 to FY3), core surgical trainees (CT1 and CT2), and healthcare professionals building or refreshing surgical skills

Price£650
16 CPD credits

Things to know

  • Recognised

    Listed for core surgical training by the Thames Valley School of Surgery. Their list ↗

  • Study leave

    Your trust or deanery approves study leave and funding, so ask before you book.

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Frequently asked

Who is Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) course, Plymouth, 4-5 Mar 2027 for?
Foundation doctors (FY1 to FY3), core surgical trainees (CT1 and CT2), and healthcare professionals building or refreshing surgical skills.
How much does Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) course, Plymouth, 4-5 Mar 2027 cost?
Fee: £650.
Is Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) course, Plymouth, 4-5 Mar 2027 CPD accredited?
Yes. Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) course, Plymouth, 4-5 Mar 2027 is CPD accredited (16 CPD credits).
Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 16 Oct 2026

2 days · £650 · 16 CPD credits

16 CPD credits · accreditor not stated

Attending counts as external CPD. Most college schemes ask for 50 credits a year and 250 over the five-year revalidation cycle.

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Starts 4 Mar 2027 · Email me before it starts

Checked against UHP’s pages · updated 16 Oct 2026

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