Course Description:
This intensive three-day course is designed for trainees seeking to develop proficiency in microsurgery, specifically focusing on vessels 1.5 mm or smaller. The course curriculum encompasses:
- Basic handling of micro instruments and fundamental suturing techniques.
- End-to-end anastomosis of the rat femoral artery and vein.
- End-to-side anastomosis techniques.
- Vein graft techniques.
The course employs a live rat model and is structured on the renowned Louisville course and Acland videos. Instruction will be provided by experienced Microsurgery faculty with extensive clinical backgrounds.
Course dates for 2025
- April 10-12
- July 10-12
- Aug 14-16
- Sep 18-20
- Oct 2-4
- Nov 6-8
Faculty:
Course Fee: $2500
Contact: For more information, please contact us via email at microcourse@vumc.org.