Non-Technical Skills for Surgery in Variable Resource Context
October 6, 2025 2025-10-08 8:37Non-Technical Skills for Surgery in Variable Resource Context
Non-Technical Skills for Surgery in Variable Resource Context
The Center for Equity in Global Surgery, University of Global Health Equity in collaboration with the College of Surgeons of East, Central, and Southern Africa, is pleased to announce the Post-Conference Non-Technical Skills for Surgery in Variable Resource Contexts (NOTSS-VRC) Workshop. This interactive workshop is designed to equip surgical teams with essential non-technical skills, including leadership, communication, teamwork, decision-making, and situational awareness, to enhance surgical safety and efficiency in variable-resource settings.
Workshop Highlights
- Expert-led lectures on teamwork, communication, and decision-making in surgical teams
- Simulation-based exercises
- Case discussions highlighting resource-constrained surgical environments
- Networking and peer learning opportunities
Who Can Apply
- Residents in General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, and Plastic Surgery.
- Faculty and trainers involved in surgical education
- Members of the surgical team, including operating room nurses, anaesthesiologists, anaesthetist technicians, and allied health professionals involved in perioperative care
Application Requirements
To apply, please fill in the online registration form. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to COSECSA residents and faculty.
Workshop benefits
- Access to training materials on Learning Management Software
- All meals and conference materials during the workshop will be covered for all selected participants.
