Upcoming training and events

26 - 27 Aug 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A one and a half day intensive course at The Griffin Institute focusing on robotic right hemicolectomy and intracorporeal anastomosis. Surgeons will advance their skills through expert-led hands-on training.

26 - 27 Aug 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Opportunity to watch and learn surgical techniques

17 - 18 Sep 2026

2 days, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

This intensive one and a half day is designed for ST7–8, post-CCT surgeons, and consultants aiming to refine their skills in robotic hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.

23 - 24 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A two day course covering basic robotic skills for GI surgery.

29 Sep 2026 - 2 Oct 2026

4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Aimed at surgical trainees who has an interest in robotic surgery. The generic skills covered in this course will be useful for many specialties. Formative feedback will be offered throughout, with a series of summative assessments at the end of the course. £150 discount for ALSGBI members.

7 - 8 Oct 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Aimed at ST7/ST8, Post CCT Fellows New Consultant Intensive hands-on course for experienced colorectal surgeons. Focus on TME and Splenic Flexure using robotic technology. 2 candidates per robot.

4 - 5 Nov 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A two day course covering basic robotic skills for GI surgery.

7 - 8 Nov 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This course is designed for surgeons to enhance their skills in upper gastrointestinal robotic surgery. It offers lectures and hands-on training in robotic techniques, with experienced faculty offering tips and guidance for surgical techniques.

10 - 13 Nov 2026

4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Aimed at surgical trainees who has an interest in robotic surgery. The generic skills covered in this course will be useful for many specialties. Formative feedback will be offered throughout, with a series of summative assessments at the end of the course. £150 discount for ALSGBI members.

16 - 17 Nov 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Explores the basic anatomy and harvesting techniques for the most commonly used local, regional and free flaps used in Head and Neck surgery.

16 - 17 Nov 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The London Free Flap Course is based at the Griffin Institute at Northwick Park Hospital. It is run by the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial surgery in conjunction with surgeons around the London area. This event explores the basic anatomy and harvesting techniques for the most commonly used local, regional and free flaps used in Head and Neck surgery.

Sat 21 Nov 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one day course is aimed at surgical trainees and consultants who are new to robotic surgery.

Sun 22 Nov 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one day course is aimed at senior trainees/ new consultants who have some basic robotic surgery experience.

2 - 3 Dec 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A two day course covering basic robotic skills for GI surgery.

8 - 11 Dec 2026

4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Aimed at surgical trainees who has an interest in robotic surgery. The generic skills covered in this course will be useful for many specialties. Formative feedback will be offered throughout, with a series of summative assessments at the end of the course. £150 discount for ALSGBI members.