The ASSERT centre at UCC is a state-of-the art medical simulation facility designed to allow healthcare professionals from a wide range of specialties train and practice to predefined proficiency standards. The aim is to decrease medical error and improve patient safety.
A vascular surgery training course was held at the ASSERT centre at UCC on February 23rd 2018 with the aim of allowing trainee vascular surgeon learn and practice techniques in open and endovascular surgical procedures, in a simulated operating theatre and endovascular suite environment. Pictured are ASSERT staff, course faculty and trainees at the end of a very successful day.