Some photos of the action at the Nairobi Surgical Skills Centre this week. Many thanks to the local faculty from the University of Nairobi and other institutions, the companies that supported use of the facilities and equipment, and the enthusiastic delegates!
Resources and notes from the course are available on the course page here.
Although not an airway course, we have been greatly influenced by the methods used in BASIM for creating and undertaking airway simulations. Highly recommended course presented by the master Dr David Grant himself.
More information about the course can be found on the BMSC site here. To register for the workshops in Cape Town in March 2017, click this link.
Rigid endoscopes are very valuable tools for intubation in certain difficult scenarios, but are not commonly used in most centres. The techniques and learning curve differ significantly from normal direct laryngoscopy, requiring independent practice to become proficient. Pictured here are (left to right) a rigid bronchoscope, Bonfils, Levitan and Shikani optical stylets (rigid intubating endoscopes).
This is the set-up for basic training on an UCT Anaesthesia Airways course. Which of these devices have you used? Do you have tricks or comments to share?
What a great idea. Consume, rather than be consumed by your fears 😉 Credit to Rob Bryant and his team.
Kudos to both Nicholas Chrimes and the Bromiley family for this excellent learning resource. Free lessons stemming from the bravery and compassion of others.