Hydrocephalus Simulation Course

Event Notes:

A one-day course with expert speakers providing a comprehensive overview of hydrocephalus and associated CSF disorders. The day will include didactic lectures and practical hands-on workshops.

Topics include:

Emergency management | Top tips for managing hydrocephalus when on call | External ventricular drains | The latest advances in shunt systems | How to recognise valves on xray and how to adjust valves | Paediatric hydrocephalus | Neuronavigation | Complications | Foramen magnum decompression

This is an excellent opportunity for neurosurgical trainees, foundation doctors and any health care professional interested in learning and keeping up to date on hydrocephalus and its management.

Course Director: Mr Ahmed Toma, Mr Lewis Thorne and Mr Laurence Watkins

Course Lead: Dr Kanza Tariq & Dr Emalee Burrows