Rodent Surgery Hands-on Training (5-day)

Nov 25 - 29 2013

Contact: askcharlesriver@crl.com

Language: English

NOTE: There is also a 3-day version of this training.

Charles River and the René Remie Surgical Skills Centre (RRSSC) have joined their expertise and are pleased to offer a 5-day surgery training course. Held at the RRSSC in the Netherlands, this training is designed to be very practical and combines lectures with hands-on exercises, ensuring you receive the most comprehensive training experience.

This course is recommended for mid- or high-level vascular catheterization procedures (advanced catheterization techniques, blood pressure telemetry, myocardial infarction, neurological procedures). Below is the agenda for this course:

Day 1: Basic microsurgical techniques in rodents I

  • Non-surgical techniques

  • Suture materials and instruments

  • Good surgical practices

Day 2: Basic microsurgical techniques in rodents II

  • Asepsis

  • Anesthesia and analgesia (including peri-operative care and monitoring)

  • Monitoring

  • Dissection techniques

Day 3: Basic specific surgical technique training (on demand: basic catheterization, exeresis)

  • Specific surgical model theory (techniques, principle, model handling) and practical exercises

Day 4: Specific surgical technique in rodents– model on demand I

  • Introduction and expectations for the specific course

  • Specific theory on the model(s) of interest

  • Practical exercises and quality control


Day 5: Specific surgical technique in rodents– model on demand II

  • Discussion around the previous day observations– tips and tricks

  • Quality control comments

  • Practical exercises and quality control

  • Course evaluation

The fee for this course is 4250€, which includes workshop materials, lunch and refreshment breaks, and transportation from the hotel to the center. (NOTE: Participants are responsible for securing their own lodging, dinner and transportation to and from the airport to their hotel.)

Placement is limited to 6 attendees, so early registration is advised. For more information or to register, contact us at askcharlesriver@crl.com.