Basic Suturing Skills and Techniques Course

The Basic Suturing Skills and Techniques Course is a hands-on medical training programme designed for healthcare professionals seeking to develop or strengthen their foundational skills in wound closure and basic surgical suturing. Organized by IBC Medical Services and conducted at the IBC Training Center in Dubai, the course combines essential theoretical knowledge with practical skills training. The course begins with the principles of wound management, including the phases of wound healing and factors that influence tissue repair. Participants learn how to assess and prepare wounds, including appropriate cleaning, debridement, and local anesthesia techniques. A dedicated component focuses on surgical instruments and suture materials. Participants learn appropriate handling of needle holders, forceps, and surgical scissors, as well as the selection of suitable suture materials and needle types for different clinical situations. The programme distinguishes between absorbable and non-absorbable sutures and emphasizes appropriate material selection for effective wound closure. The practical component covers fundamental suturing techniques, including simple interrupted, continuous, and mattress sutures. Participants learn the appropriate application of these techniques and how they can be used to achieve effective wound closure while supporting appropriate wound-edge approximation and minimizing complications. Surgical knot tying is another core component of the programme. Participants practice instrument ties as well as basic one-handed and two-handed hand-tying techniques, developing the coordination required to create secure and reliable surgical knots. The course emphasizes hands-on practice using suturing models, with expert guidance and personalized feedback. This practical approach allows participants to translate the principles discussed during the course into clinical skills that can be applied in appropriate wound-management settings. By combining wound assessment, instrument handling, suture selection, wound-closure techniques, and knot tying, the course provides a structured introduction to essential suturing skills. It is particularly relevant to professionals who may encounter wounds requiring basic closure in surgical, emergency, primary-care, and other clinical environments. The course is intended for general surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, general practitioners, medical students, residents, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, nurses, and physicians. Participants who complete the course are eligible for 5.25 CME credits, with the current MedArena listing providing the applicable CME credit information.