Mastering the Art of Suturing, and Biopsy Techniques for Accurate Diagnosis (Combo May 17 - 18, 2024)

Mastering essential skills for confident suturing and biopsies for your patients. This 2-day workshop empowers nurse practitioners and healthcare professionals with practical suturing and biopsy techniques.  On day one, gain hands-on experience with simple interrupted, subcutaneous, and advanced mattress sutures, honing your ability to close wounds effectively while minimizing tension and scarring. On day two, delve into the world of biopsies, exploring shave, punch, scissor, and excisional techniques, and learn how to accurately assess and manage a range of conditions. Interactive case studies and pathology insights solidify your understanding, boosting your clinical confidence and enhancing your ability to deliver exceptional care. Whether you choose the full workshop or focus on individual days, this comprehensive training equips you with the knowledge and skills to excel in your chosen field. A generous amount of hands-on practice time will be supervised by experienced nurse practitioners using various non-animal models.

March 15, 2024 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (One hour for lunch)
March 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (One hour for lunch)

Friday: Mastering the Art of Suturing (Day 1):

• Basics of local anesthesia for wound closure. Focus will be on infiltration techniques. Digital blocks will be introduced.
• Fundamentals of Wound Management: Classification, assessment, cleaning, irrigation, and closure techniques.
• Basics of Suturing: Needle types, suture materials, instrument handling, basic knots.
• Simple Interrupted Sutures: Demonstration, hands-on practice on models.
• Subcutaneous Sutures: Technique, indications, hands-on practice.
• Advanced Suturing Techniques:
  • Horizontal Mattress Sutures: For tension relief and deeper closure.
  • Vertical Mattress Sutures: For improved eversion and skin approximation.
  • Half-Buried Horizontal Mattress Sutures: For specific wound complications.
• Wound Tension Management: Strategies for optimal closure based on wound characteristics.
• Dog-ear managements
• Interactive Case Studies: Apply suturing skills to real-world scenarios.

Saturday: Biopsy Techniques for Accurate Diagnosis (Day 2):

• Principles of Biopsy: Indications, contraindications, types of biopsies, and potential complications.
• Basics of local anesthesia for biopsies with a focus on infiltration techniques.
• Shave Biopsy: Technique, instrumentation, specimen handling, and common applications.
• Punch Biopsy: Indications, technique variations, specimen handling, and common applications.
• Scissor Biopsy: Technique, indications, hemostasis considerations, and specimen handling.
• Excisional Biopsy: Technique variations, skin closure options, specimen handling, and common applications.
• Pathology Primer: Understanding basic pathology reports for biopsy interpretation.
• Interactive Case Studies: Apply biopsy skills to various clinical scenarios.

Benefits for Nurse Practitioners:

• Enhance your clinical skills and expand your practice skills.
• Gain confidence in performing safe and effective suturing and biopsy procedures.
• Reduce delay in patient diagnosis, Improve patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
• Earn CE credits upon completion.

This course is ideal for:

• Nurse practitioners in primary care, urgent care, dermatology, and other specialties.
• Clinicians seeking to expand their skills and knowledge.
• Healthcare professionals interested in honing their procedural skills.

Enrollment Options:

• Attend both days for a comprehensive suturing and biopsy skill set.
• Choose individual days to focus on specific skills.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your clinical confidence and enhance your patient care!