Simulation workshops

Suturing

Description: Surgical stitching to close a wound or incision or to approximate parts. Suturing may be continuous or by separated stitches (interrupted suturing) and may employ absorbable sutures, such as collagen or catgut, or non-absorbable sutures that may have to be removed.

Learning Objectives:

1. To provide the participants an opportunity to learn the basic principles and practice the skills of suturing and repairing lacerations.

2. Understand and demonstrate proper suturing techniques.

3. Learn how to properly handle instruments.

4. Know types of sutures and appropriate use.

Target Audience: PGY2 Residents