Join us for an immersive one-day course led by expert faculty, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of hydrocephalus and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) disorders.
The course combines high-quality didactic teaching with small-group, faculty-supervised hands-on practical stations, ensuring adequate time for skill development, discussion, and individual feedback. Practical sessions will use state-of-the-art simulation models to reflect real-world clinical scenarios.
The lecture and practical stations will cover highly relevant topics including:
- Latest advances in shunt systems
- Adult and Paediatric hydrocephalus
- Emergency management of hydrocephalus
- Top tips for on-call management
- Insertion of Tunnelled vs bolt External Ventricular Drains (EVD)
- Insertion of Bolt Intracranial pressure (ICP) monitors
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomies (ETV)
- Foramen Magnum Decompression (FMD)
- Lumbar drain (LD)
- Neuronavigation
- Liquoguard
- Recognising and adjusting different shunt valves
This course offers an excellent opportunity to learn, practise, and consolidate key skills in a supportive, expert-led environment. It is ideally suited for neurosurgical trainees, foundation doctors, and healthcare professionals with an interest in hydrocephalus who wish to remain current and confident in its management. Conclude your day of immersive learning with a networking dinner offering the chance to connect with fellow delegates and faculty.
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Course Date: Friday 15th May 2026 Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Address: UCL Institute of Child Health, Wolfson Centre, Mecklenburgh Square, London, WC1N 2AP
Course Directors: Mr Ahmed Toma, Mr Lewis Thorne and Mr Laurence Watkins
Course Leads: Dr Hamza Salhab & Dr Emalee Burrows
Certificates of attendance provided.
Coffee, Breakfast, lunch and refreshments provided.
Price:
- External £250 (Early Bird £200 until 15th of Feb)
- Internal NHNN £150 (Early Bird £100 until 15th of Feb)
- Networking dinner £25
Course Payment to secure your place on the course!
Cancellation Policy: No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before the course. Full refund if you cancel over 14 days before the course.