This lecture will outline the activities of module 1 including the timetable, assessment, practical work and assignments. This lecture will also discuss the anatomy for laparoscopy along with the complexity of the learning curve.

This lecture will take you through the basics of theatre set up and laparoscopic entry.

Understanding of the anatomy is the key for safe laparoscopic surgery. This lecture and it’s images will take you through the basics of laparoscopic anatomy.

To gain skills in laparoscopic training requires all the three elements of access, practice and motivation. Having a box trainer does not train you, practice does, but what is the motivation for practice?

This lecture will give you a greater understanding of the generic risks associated with laparoscopy, and how to best mitigate them.

The learning curve, a dangerous time for patients? An exciting time for learners?

This lecture contains five videos demonstrating techniques related to hand eye coordination, dexterity and visual perception of the image depth. These are the key kills for any laparoscopic surgeon. Box trainers along with supervised training and practice helps to achieve the above.

View and take assignments related to the Module 1 here. You must complete them to proceed to Module 2.