Courses & MeetingsCourses & Meetings

See below for the full range of courses run at the Addenbrooke's Simulation Centre.

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Features
SIMULATION COURSES
Status Category Title Start Date
FULL Anaesthesia Cambridge Airway Training - Feb. 2012 29-02-2012
Start Date:
29-02-2012
End Date:
29-02-2012
Start Time:
08:45
End Time:
16:30
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
Aims:
• Effective management of airways
• Appropriate use of airway technology
• Emergency airway Strategies
• Use and handling FOI

Numbers are limited to 8 candidates per course.

Comments and feedback:
• I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but was pleasantly surprised with airway emergencies, teamwork and leadership.
• Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences
•I became more confident in dealing with airway situations and with the equipment.

Accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought

We can tailor the needs for individual departmental needs.
Cost:
£170.00
Organiser:
Dr Rakesh Tandon
Download:
Flyer/Application
Request more information
SPACES Emergency Medicine Simulator Airway Ventilation Emergency - Mar. 2012 20-03-2012
Start Date:
20-03-2012
End Date:
20-03-2012
Start Time:
08:45
End Time:
16:45
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
This is an intensive one-day course aimed at Emergency Medicine consultants and trainees in their 3rd, 4th or 5th year of training. The SAVE course uses a high-fidelity patient simulator to allow candidates to review their skills in emergency airway management in the context of managing acutely ill or injured patients in the resuscitation room. Video debriefing is facilitated by experienced emergency medicine and anaesthetic faculty.

Aims:
- Effective management of airways
- Adapting RSI to different clinical scenarios
- Emergency airway drills

The SAVE course does not address the basic competencies of airway management and will be more beneficial to participants if they have already attended the UK Emergency Airway Course.

Accreditation from the College of Emergency Medicine has been sought.

Numbers are limited to 6 candidates per course.
Cost:
£170.00
Organiser:
Dr Vazeer Ahmed
Download:
Flyer/Application
Request more information
SPACES Hospital ACCS Course - March 2012 23-03-2012
Start Date:
23-03-2012
End Date:
23-03-2012
Start Time:
08:45
End Time:
17:00
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
This course is designed specifically for Acute Care Common Stem Trainees.
This course aims to:
•Focus on the management of the acutely ill patient
•Enhance resuscitation skills
•Develop crisis resource management skills

Numbers are limited to 10 candidates.
Cost:
£170.00
Organiser:
Dr Adrian Boyle
Download:
Flyer/Application
Request more information
SPACES Anaesthesia and Obstetrics Obstetric Crisis Resource Management - Mar. 2012 26-03-2012
Start Date:
26-03-2012
End Date:
26-03-2012
Start Time:
08:45
End Time:
17:00
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Cente, Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
On this course you will:
  • learn how to manage obstetric emergencies using a high-fidelity computerised medical simulator
  • learn how to lead and work better in your team and improve patient safety

The course is suitable for all grades of obstetrician, anaesthetist and midwife.

Accreditation form the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought
Numbers are limited to 8 delegates per course

Comments and feedback:
“I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but instead the day focused on obstetric emergencies, teamwork and leadership training.”
“Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences”
Cost:
£170.00
Organiser:
Dr Rakesh Tandon
Download:
Flyer/Application
Request more information
FULL Paediatrics Managing Ill Children (MAGIC) 27th March 2012 27-03-2012
Start Date:
27-03-2012
End Date:
27-03-2012
Start Time:
09:00
End Time:
17:00
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
This course is a new development at Addenbrooke’s Simulation Centre. Paediatrics is an ideal field for simulation and with the advancement in technology, high quality neonatal and paediatric manikins are now in use. Consultants from acute paediatric specialties act as faculty for delegates.

The course covers a wide range of paediatric emergency situations, teaching both clinical skills and management strategies in a simulated environment.
Cost:
£170 (Free to East of England Deanery Paediatric Trainees £50 deposit required)
Organiser:
Dr Rosalie Campbell
Download:
Flyer with Application Form
Request more information
SPACES Hospital CMT Simulation Session (East of England Deanery Doctors only) Apr 2012 03-04-2012
Start Date:
03-04-2012
End Date:
03-04-2012
Start Time:
09:30
End Time:
16:00
Venue:
David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre. Addenbrooke's Hospital
Description:
One day simulation based course for CT1 & CT2 level East of England Regional Trainees.

This course provides:
  • Training with state of the art simulation materials ,
  • High Quality training from experienced, dedicated faculty
  • A variety of clinical scenarios which cover a range of topics.

    • Cost:
    This course requires a deposit of £50 which is returnable upon completion
    Organiser:
    Addenbrooke's Hospital / East of England Deanery
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Anaesthesia Cambridge Airway Training - Apr. 2012 16-04-2012
    Start Date:
    16-04-2012
    End Date:
    16-04-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    16:30
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    Aims:
    • Effective management of airways
    • Appropriate use of airway technology
    • Emergency airway Strategies
    • Use and handling FOI

    Numbers are limited to 8 candidates per course.

    Comments and feedback:
    • I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but was pleasantly surprised with airway emergencies, teamwork and leadership.
    • Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences
    •I became more confident in dealing with airway situations and with the equipment.

    Accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought

    We can tailor the needs for individual departmental needs.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Rakesh Tandon
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Hospital CMT Simulation Session (East of England Deanery Regional Trainees only) May 2012 01-05-2012
    Start Date:
    01-05-2012
    End Date:
    01-05-2012
    Start Time:
    09:30
    End Time:
    16:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    One day simulation based course for CT1 & CT2 level East of England Regional Trainees.

    This course provides:
  • Training with state of the art simulation materials,
  • High Quality training from experienced, dedicated faculty
  • A variety of clinical scenarios which cover a range of topics.

    • Cost:
    This course requires a £50 deposit which is returnable on completion.
    Organiser:
    Addenbrooke's Hospital / East of England Deanery
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Paediatrics Managing Ill Children (MAGIC) - 12th June 2012 12-06-2012
    Start Date:
    12-06-2012
    End Date:
    12-06-2012
    Start Time:
    09:00
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    This course is a new development at Addenbrooke’s Simulation Centre. Paediatrics is an ideal field for simulation and with the advancement in technology, high quality neonatal and paediatric manikins are now in use. Consultants from acute paediatric specialties act as faculty for delegates.

    The course covers a wide range of paediatric emergency situations, teaching both clinical skills and management strategies in a simulated environment.
    Cost:
    £170 (Free to East of England Deanery Paediatric Trainees £50 deposit required)
    Organiser:
    Dr Rosalie Campbell
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Hospital CMT Simulation session (East of England Deanery regional trainees only) - June 13-06-2012
    Start Date:
    13-06-2012
    End Date:
    13-06-2012
    Start Time:
    09:30
    End Time:
    16:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation session, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    One day simulation based course for CT1 & CT2 level East of England Regional Trainees.

    This course provides:
  • Training with state of the art simulation materials,
  • High Quality training from experienced, dedicated faculty
  • A variety of clinical scenarios which cover a range of topics.

    • Cost:
    This course requires a £50 deposit which is returnable upon completion
    Organiser:
    Addenbrooke's Hospital / East of England Deanery
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Hospital ACCS Course - July 2012 02-07-2012
    Start Date:
    02-07-2012
    End Date:
    02-07-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    This course is designed specifically for Acute Care Common Stem Trainees.
    This course aims to:
    •Focus on the management of the acutely ill patient
    •Enhance resuscitation skills
    •Develop crisis resource management skills

    Numbers are limited to 10 candidates.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Adrian Boyle
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Anaesthesia and Obstetrics Obstetric Crisis Resource Management Course - Jul . 2012 03-07-2012
    Start Date:
    03-07-2012
    End Date:
    03-07-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    On this course you will:
    • learn how to manage obstetric emergencies using a high-fidelity computerised medical simulator
    • learn how to lead and work better in your team and improve patient safety

    The course is suitable for all grades of obstetrician, anaesthetist and midwife.

    Accreditation form the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought
    Numbers are limited to 8 delegates per course

    Comments and feedback:
    “I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but instead the day focused on obstetric emergencies, teamwork and leadership training.”
    “Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences”
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Rakesh Tandon
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Hospital CMT Simulation session (East of England Deanery Regional trainees only) Jul 2012 04-07-2012
    Start Date:
    04-07-2012
    End Date:
    04-07-2012
    Start Time:
    09:30
    End Time:
    16:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    One day simulation based course for CT1 & CT2 level East of England Regional Trainees.

    This course provides:
  • Training with state of the art simulation materials,
  • High Quality training from experienced, dedicated faculty
  • A variety of clinical scenarios which cover a range of topics.

    • Cost:
    This course requires a deposit of £50 which is returnable upon completion
    Organiser:
    Addenbrooke's Hospital / East of England Deanery
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Paediatrics Managing Ill Children (MAGIC) - 29th August 2012 29-08-2012
    Start Date:
    29-08-2012
    End Date:
    29-08-2012
    Start Time:
    09:00
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre
    Description:
    This course is a new development at Addenbrooke’s Simulation Centre. Paediatrics is an ideal field for simulation and with the advancement in technology, high quality neonatal and paediatric manikins are now in use. Consultants from acute paediatric specialties act as faculty for delegates.

    The course covers a wide range of paediatric emergency situations, teaching both clinical skills and management strategies in a simulated environment.
    Cost:
    £170 (Free to East of England Deanery Paediatric Trainees £50 deposit required)
    Organiser:
    Dr Rosalie Campbell
    Download:
    Flyer & Application Form
    Request more information
    SPACES Anaesthesia Cambridge Airway Training - Sept. 2012 11-09-2012
    Start Date:
    11-09-2012
    End Date:
    11-09-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    16:30
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    Aims:
    • Effective management of airways
    • Appropriate use of airway technology
    • Emergency airway Strategies
    • Use and handling FOI

    Numbers are limited to 8 candidates per course.

    Comments and feedback:
    • I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but was pleasantly surprised with airway emergencies, teamwork and leadership.
    • Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences
    •I became more confident in dealing with airway situations and with the equipment.

    Accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought

    We can tailor the needs for individual departmental needs.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Rakesh Tandon
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Emergency Medicine Simulator Airway Ventilation Emergency - Sept. 2012 24-09-2012
    Start Date:
    24-09-2012
    End Date:
    24-09-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    16:45
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    This is an intensive one-day course aimed at Emergency Medicine consultants and trainees in their 3rd, 4th or 5th year of training. The SAVE course uses a high-fidelity patient simulator to allow candidates to review their skills in emergency airway management in the context of managing acutely ill or injured patients in the resuscitation room. Video debriefing is facilitated by experienced emergency medicine and anaesthetic faculty.

    Aims:
    - Effective management of airways
    - Adapting RSI to different clinical scenarios
    - Emergency airway drills

    The SAVE course does not address the basic competencies of airway management and will be more beneficial to participants if they have already attended the UK Emergency Airway Course. The SAVE course has been approved by the Faculty of Emergency Medicine.

    Numbers are limited to 6 candidates per course.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Vazeer Ahmed
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Anaesthesia and Obstetrics Obstetric Crisis Resource Management - Oct. 2012 02-10-2012
    Start Date:
    02-10-2012
    End Date:
    02-10-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    On this course you will:
    • learn how to manage obstetric emergencies using a high-fidelity computerised medical simulator
    • learn how to lead and work better in your team and improve patient safety

    The course is suitable for all grades of obstetrician, anaesthetist and midwife.

    Accreditation form the Royal College of Anaesthetists has been sought
    Numbers are limited to 8 delegates per course

    Comments and feedback:
    “I expected lectures, guidelines, etc but instead the day focused on obstetric emergencies, teamwork and leadership training.”
    “Fantastic discussion and sharing experiences”
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Rakesh Tandon
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Paediatrics MAGIC (Managing Ill Children) - 4th October 2012 04-10-2012
    Start Date:
    04-10-2012
    End Date:
    04-10-2012
    Start Time:
    09:00
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre
    Description:
    This course is a new development at Addenbrooke’s Simulation Centre. Paediatrics is an ideal field for simulation and with the advancement in technology, high quality neonatal and paediatric manikins are now in use. Consultants from acute paediatric specialties act as faculty for delegates.

    The course covers a wide range of paediatric emergency situations, teaching both clinical skills and management strategies in a simulated environment.
    Cost:
    £170 (Free to East of England Deanery Paediatric Trainees £50 deposit required)
    Organiser:
    Dr Rosalie Campbell
    Download:
    Flyer & Application Form
    Request more information
    SPACES Emergency Medicine College of Emergency Medicine ST4 High Fidelity Simulation Course 12-10-2012
    Start Date:
    12-10-2012
    End Date:
    12-10-2012
    Start Time:
    08:30
    End Time:
    16:30
    Venue:
    Simulation Centre / David Dunn Suite
    Description:
    *For East of England ST3 - 6 Emergency Medicine Doctors only*

    - To provide simulation training, which reflects the high pressure environment of your workplace.

    - To improve clinical decision making skills incorporating Crisis Resource Management
    Cost:
    The course is free to attend for East of England Doctors (A deposit is required)
    Organiser:
    Dr Adrian Boyle
    Download:
    Flyer & Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Emergency Medicine Emergency Medicine Simulation Faculty Course - Oct. 2012 16-10-2012
    Start Date:
    16-10-2012
    End Date:
    16-10-2012
    Start Time:
    09:00
    End Time:
    16:00
    Venue:
    Simulation Centre / David Dunn Suite, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    Learning outcomes:
    • Appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of high fidelity simulation based teaching
    • Describe and perform effective debriefing
    • Understand Crisis Resource Management and apply it to Emergency Medicine

    Note: Previous attendance on GIC or ATLS course OR Previous practice as Simulation faculty REQUIRED,.

    Consultants or Post FCEM Trainees only.
    (Please make this clear on application)

    6 CPD points have been applied for.

    Limited to 8 delegates per course.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Adrian Boyle
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Hospital ACCS Course - November 2012 20-11-2012
    Start Date:
    20-11-2012
    End Date:
    20-11-2012
    Start Time:
    08:45
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    This course is designed specifically for Acute Care Common Stem Trainees.
    This course aims to:
    •Focus on the management of the acutely ill patient
    •Enhance resuscitation skills
    •Develop crisis resource management skills

    Numbers are limited to 10 candidates.
    Cost:
    £170.00
    Organiser:
    Dr Adrain Boyle
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information
    SPACES Paediatrics Managing Ill Children (MAGIC) 06-12-2012
    Start Date:
    06-12-2012
    End Date:
    06-12-2012
    Start Time:
    09:00
    End Time:
    17:00
    Venue:
    David Dunn Suite / Simulation Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    Description:
    This course is a new development at Addenbrooke’s Simulation Centre. Paediatrics is an ideal field for simulation and with the advancement in technology, high quality neonatal and paediatric manikins are now in use. Consultants from acute paediatric specialties act as faculty for delegates.

    The course covers a wide range of paediatric emergency situations, teaching both clinical skills and management strategies in a simulated environment.
    Cost:
    £170 (Free to East of England Deanery Paediatric Trainees £50 deposit required)
    Organiser:
    Dr Rosalie Campbell
    Download:
    Flyer/Application
    Request more information