Going from SHO to Registrar in Plastic Surgery isn’t easy, believe us. It’s a big step up in your surgical career.
You’ll have more responsibility and be expected to make decisions on your own that you would previously have discussed with a senior. It’s also an incredibly exciting time. You’ll spend more time in theatre and will actually get to operate (!) instead of just assisting.
However, there’s a lot to learn. No one wants to be the registrar, waking their boss with a silly question. With such a wide range of complex procedures and techniques to understand, it can be hard to know where to start. To help you bridge the gap and make that all-important transition, we’ve created the Medibuddy Plastic Surgery ST3 Crash Course.
Our course is designed to give you the confidence you need to take your first steps as an SpR, allowing you to build a strong foundation for your future career as a plastic surgeon.
Watch Chiraags's video on "Common Hand Infections", to get a feel for the course. Chiraag guides you through the assessment and management of hand infections.
What will I learn from the Plastics ST3 Crash Course?
The Plastics Crash Course is split into 11 topics. Each topic contains video presentations that will provide insight into life as a Plastics SpR, giving you the high-yield knowledge and advice we wish we had been given when we first started.
Tips that will make your life easier as a new registrar
Is it compartment syndrome or just normal post-operative pain? Will the hand surgeon scream at you if you remove their beautifully crafted splint?
Learn practical tips for managing compartment syndrome while on-call.
Often considered a registrar procedure, but can be very complex. Learn how to avoid being caught out.
You think the flap is struggling but aren’t sure. Should you call the boss or not? What if they’re not on-call? All common questions answered.
No one wants to be the SpR who calls the boss in to replant an unsalvagable digit. Learn the difference.
- Understand initial management of complex lower limb trauma
- Be familiar with national guidance
- Be aware of reconstructive options
Tendon repairs suddenly become much more complicated when you don’t have a senior assisting you. Learn how to safely explore the dorsal and volar hand.
You’ll likely start excising and reconstructing skin lesions without supervision. Update your knowledge of the national guidance and learn practical tips for reconstruction.
We can all recall the Parkland Formula in an exam or interview, but applying it in real life can be more challenging. Learn the management options for different types of burn injuries.
Is it Nec Fasc or just a regular infection? Learn how to quickly spot the difference.
Every hand surgeon has a different way of managing them, making life as a junior SpR difficult. Learn a systematic approach that can be applied in all circumstances.
Highly curated Plastics ST3 Crash Course video course content
Our Plastics ST3 Crash Course lessons have been created by current plastic surgery registrars, who have been there and done it, so they know what it takes to succeed. The course content gives you a deeper understanding of plastic surgery and provides clear insight into how to be successful as a new Plastics SpR.
Watch Chiraags's video on "Common Hand Infections", to get a feel for the course. Chiraag guides you through the assessment and management of hand infections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Plastic Surgery ST3 Crash Course?
The step up in level from SHO to Plastic Surgery SpR comes with the pressure of additional responsibilities and new challenges. A Plastics ST3 Crash Course will provide you with the necessary knowledge to make the transition into your ST3/SpR year smoother than it otherwise would be.
Who delivers Plastic Surgery ST3 Crash Courses?
The best Plastics ST3 Crash Courses are delivered by either current or recent registrars, as they can still remember what it was like to be new on the job!
Who is this Plastic Surgery ST3 Crash Course for?
You might be starting Plastic Surgery ST3 soon or curious about what life as a Plastics SpR entails. Either way, the 2024 Medibuddy Plastics ST3 Crash Course is your chance to enhance your clinical expertise, giving you a headstart in the competitive field of plastic surgery.
Sign up now to start preparing!
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