Hernia Repair

Hernia Repair Course – Limited Seats!
Master the skills to diagnose and repair inguinal hernias in this hands-on CNIS training. The course combines online learning with in-person practice, giving you the confidence to perform procedures safely and effectively.

Digital Course Lectures include:

• Anatomy of the groin
• Preparing for surgery
• Principles of Surgery
• Repair of groin hernia
• Local anasthesia
• Hernias of the Groin

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Diagnose and classify groin hernias based on clinical presentation and anatomical landmarks.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of groin anatomy and embryology relevant to inguinal and femoral hernias.
3. Differentiate between direct, indirect, sliding, and femoral hernias, and understand their respective surgical risks.
4. Perform essential surgical skills, including knot tying, laparotomy simulation, and hernia repair using local anesthesia.
5. Apply principles of aseptic technique, patient assessment, and informed consent in surgical care.
6. Evaluate and reflect on their own performance and that of peers through structured assessment tools.

• Online Access to Lectures and Case studies: Available from March 1, 2026
• Online instructor: Dr Ronald Lett
• In-Person Hands-on Simulation: April 16, 2026
• Hands-on Simulation Instructors: Dr Roy Kirkpatrick and Dr Gwendolyn Hollaar
•  Seats: Limited to 20 participants