Primer – An Introduction to the CCMIG Modular Laparoscopic Course
The course is divided into 6 modules covering all aspects of Laparoscopic surgery within the RCOG core curriculum.
Lecturer Profile
Robert Richardson
CCMIG Director - Consultant Endometriosis
Profile
In research, beyond personal projects, I have been involved in two National NIHR portfolio studies recruiting patients to evaluate treatment methods/management pathways in gynaecology. The OPT study has now closed and is in the writing phase. I am now lead investigator at Chelsea for the MEDAL study: MRI to Establish Diagnosis Against Laparoscopy. I aim to recruit between 50 and 70 patients and we are on track to achieve this.
Other contributions
I have been appointed as a Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, Imperial College in recognition of contributions to the Division.
Qualifications
Bsc Pharmacology(Leeds)1979, MBBS(London) 1984, MRCOG 1991, CCST 1997, Acredited preceptor in Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic surgery 2001, FRCOG 2006
Specialities
Gynaecology – Leading the Endometriosis and Rapid access services, Gynaecology – Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery including out patient hysteroscopy
Module 1 – Ergonomics of Laparoscopic Surgery & Risk Assessment
This module takes the trainees through exercises for build these skills. We have designed innovative models for the trainees to use in their Laparoscopic trainers.
Module 2 – Excisional Techniques & Endometriosis Management
The excision of peritoneal disease, adhesiolysis and ureterolysis are some of the vital clinical skills which any Laparoscopic surgeon has to master for advanced Laparoscopic surgery.
Module 3 – Principles of Salpingotomy / Salpingectomy Management of Ectopic Pregnancy
The surgical techniques of salpingectomy and and salpingostomy are addressed in this module.
Module 4 – Ovarian Cystectomy & Retrieval Techniques
We demonstrate how to develop the skills to approach ovarian cystectomy. The correct method of dissection, stripping the cyst and specimen retrieval are taught.
Module 5 – Principles of Laparoscopic Suturing- Intracorporeal & Extracorporeal Techniques
Laparoscopic suturing is key element of advanced surgery. We have developed and teach a hierarchical system which breaks knot tying down into to a number of easy steps.
Module 6 – Principles of Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy & Myomectomy
These are the most common clinical applications using advanced laparoscopic skills. The techniques are explained in didactic and tutored video sessions.
Laparoscopic Assessment
This is compulsory part of the course and must be completed by all participants to complete the course. It will contain both practical and theoretical tests.