
'BASIC SURGICAL
SKILLS WORKSHOP'
BASIC SURGICAL SKILLS WORKSHOP
Enhance your basic surgical skills through an immersive, hands-on suturing workshop designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of wound closure and minor surgical techniques.
This interactive session will combine live demonstrations with guided practice to help participants develop precision, confidence, and proper surgical handling techniques.
​Workshop Coverage :
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Introduction to Surgical Instruments
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Needle holders, forceps, scissors & blades
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Instrument handling and ergonomics
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Principles of asepsis and sterile techniques
Basics of Suturing :
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Types of sutures and needles
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Suture materials and their indications
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Knot tying techniques
Hands-on Suturing Practice :
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Simple interrupted sutures
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Continuous sutures
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Mattress sutures
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Subcuticular sutures
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Basic wound closure techniques
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Surgical Skill Development :
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Tissue handling techniques
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Maintaining proper tension and approximation
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Common mistakes and how to avoid them
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Practical tips for clinical postings and skill labs
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Workshop Highlights :
• Extensive hands-on practice sessions
• Step-by-step live demonstrations
• One-on-one guidance from experienced mentors and clinicians
• Practice on simulation models/ suture pads
• Beginner-friendly learning environment
Learning Outcomes :
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to :
• Handle basic surgical instruments confidently
• Perform common suturing techniques correctly
• Understand principles of wound closure and asepsis
• Improve hand coordination and procedural confidence
• Apply learned skills in clinical and academic settings
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