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Jul 11, 2025
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Jul 11, 2025
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Kenya Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons
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Jul 11, 2025
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Jul 11, 2025
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Dr.
KEN OTUOKE
Specialised in plastic surgery Reconstructive / Aesthetics
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HOW TO GET STARTED WITH MICROSURGERY IN LOW RESOURCE SETTINGS
Starting on:
Jul 11, 2025
Jul 11, 2025
Ending on:
Jul 11, 2025
Jul 11, 2025
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Description
This activity introduces participants to the fundamentals of microsurgery with a focus on practical strategies for implementing microsurgical techniques in low-resource or limited infrastructure settings. It covers essential microsurgical instruments, basic techniques, patient selection, and operative planning, as well as methods to overcome resource constraints while maintaining patient safety and surgical outcomes. Participants will gain guidance on stepwise skill development, team coordination, and cost-effective approaches to building a microsurgery program in challenging environments.
Objectives
The objective of this activity is to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and practical guidance needed to begin performing microsurgery in low-resource settings. By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify essential instruments and equipment, understand basic microsurgical techniques, plan appropriate cases, and apply cost-effective strategies to overcome resource limitations. The activity also aims to enhance skills in team coordination, stepwise training, and safe operative practices to establish a sustainable microsurgery program in challenging environments.
Presenters
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Dr.
CHIHEMA BANDA
Specialised in plastic surgery Reconstructive / Aesthetics
eSurge scholar and the first Zambian plastic surgeon in the country, is committed to providing top-notch reconstructive oncological care