Surgical Holdings Takes Their Academy to Scotland for First Live Event

Surgical Holdings, a family-run manufacturer and repairer of surgical instruments with a core focus on sustainability, is proud to announce its ‘Surgical Holdings Academy’ will be hosting its first in-person live event in Scotland. Following the success of their online educational webinars launched in January, the company has chosen Glasgow as the location for this milestone event.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, 7th November 2024
• Location: Golden Jubilee Conference Centre, Glasgow

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Surgical Holdings Academy Live promises a day of learning and networking, featuring expert speakers, discussions, and valuable insights into surgical instrumentation and endoscopes.

The sessions will cover key areas such as maintenance, fault detection, and diagnosis, aiming to equip attendees with vital knowledge on how to care for their instruments and prolong their lifespan. Specific sessions include:

• Back to Basics: Surgical Instruments
• Rigid Endoscopes: Education and Usage
• An Overview of Flexible Endoscopy

Mark Pullen, Training Manager at Surgical Holdings, stated: “At Surgical Holdings, our mission goes beyond manufacturing products; it’s about educating stakeholders on the profound implications of sustainability in healthcare. Following the success of our online webinars, we wanted to bring the Surgical Academy on the road. With reduced training budgets, we chose Scotland to make it accessible for our Scottish hospitals and clinicians. We hope this will be the first of many in-person events around the country.”

Sustainability Focus:

In alignment with the NHS’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2045, Surgical Holdings is dedicated to supporting the healthcare sector in taking proactive steps to decarbonise through a circular economy approach focused on instrument reuse and repair.

The Surgical Holdings Academy, launched in January 2024, provides vital education on the role of medical devices in sustainability, equipping healthcare professionals with a solid understanding of the manufacturing, materials, function, and performance of surgical instruments used daily to save lives.

Mark Pullen further emphasised: “By embracing a circular economy – prioritising recycling, reusing, and extending product lifespans – we’re not only enhancing sustainability but also elevating patient safety. The launch of the Surgical Holdings Academy is a pivotal step towards advancing education in this critically important area.”

Surgical Holdings is committed to sustainability focussing on a circular economy approach to healthcare, ensuring the longevity and reuse of medical devices to reduce the carbon footprint.

With a 35-year history as skilled craftsmen and suppliers of surgical instruments to the NHS, Surgical Holdings remains at the forefront of championing greater sustainability in healthcare.

All repairs are carried out by a team of highly skilled technicians trained in both manufacture and repair. The company is keen to pass on this wealth of knowledge, believing it is essential to educate and train others to maximise the lifespan of each surgical instrument.

Who Should Attend:

This free event is perfect for anyone in a sterile services department, operating theatre, engineering and procurement – whether a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field. Surgical Holdings Academy Live offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with like-minded individuals over lunch.

Surgical Holdings looks forward to welcoming attendees to Glasgow for a day of insightful learning and networking. Join us as we take steps towards a more sustainable and efficient future in healthcare.

For more information and to register for the event, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/surgical-holdings-academy-live-tickets-933394075807?aff=erelexpmlt