About the Postgraduate Diplomas in Reconstructive Microsurgery
Microsurgery has become a standard part of all tissue transfer techniques and is an essential component in the most advanced reconstructive procedures. This is why we have created our four independent Postgraduate Diplomas in Reconstructive Microsurgery.
The RMES microsurgical reconstructive Program is about innovative leadership, fresh thinking, positive impact, and an incredibly talented, diverse, collaborative community – one that forms an invaluable, lifelong network.
As the faculty and staff work with you to achieve your professional goals, you will experience the highly personal nature of an Diploma program like no other.
Our program is divided in four different and independent specialized Diplomas: Breast , head and neck, genitorurinary and limb reconstructive microsurgery.
The Diploma in Microsurgical reconstructive techniques is an experience difficult to beat.
Appart from our two Master’s Degrees, we offer four different and specialized Postgraduate Diplomas: Breast reconstructive microsurgery, Head and Neck reconstructive microsurgery, Genitourinary reconstructive microsurgery and Reconstructive microsurgery of the Limb
“These Diplomas are unique programs predicated on the specifics of learning: the acquisition of knowledge, and the reframing of a practice.”
Jaume Masia MD, PhD
“Students will have the opportunity to study the modules and the issues which they are interested in, depending on their wills and objectives in the future.“
Sinikka Suominen MD, PhD
Postgraduate Diplomas in Reconstructive Microsurgery in short:
The RMES microsurgical reconstructive Program is about innovative leadership, fresh thinking, positive impact, and an incredibly talented, diverse, collaborative community – one that forms an invaluable, lifelong network.
As the faculty and staff work with you to achieve your professional goals, you will experience the highly personal nature of an Diploma program like no other.
One year educational program in search of excellence in reconstructive microsurgery.
Breast Reconstructive Microsurgery (57 ECTS):
6 face-to face sessions held in 6 cities, a period of clinical immersion training in out-standing hospitals around the world, an online course to develop the methodological aspects of clinical research and a Final work.
Head & Neck Reconstructive Microsurgery (48 ECTS):
5 face-to face sessions held in 5 cities, a period of clinical immersion training in out-standing hospitals around the world, an online course to develop the methodological aspects of clinical research and a Final work.
Genitourinary Reconstructive Microsurgery (48 ECTS):
5 face-to face sessions held in 5 cities, a period of clinical immersion training in out-standing hospitals around the world, an online course to develop the methodological aspects of clinical research and a Final work.
Reconstructive Microsurgery of the Limb (57 ECTS):
6 face-to face sessions held in 6 cities, a period of clinical immersion training in out-standing hospitals around the world, an online course to develop the methodological aspects of clinical research and a Final work.
Emphasis will be given to practical skills in microsurgical techniques, but will include diagnosis, therapeutic options, decision-making concerning techniques, and recognition and management of risks and complications.
Our educational program delivers comprehensive professional development opportunities for every level of surgical experience. It puts world class training directly into the hands of those who strive for excellence.
The Postgraduate Diplomas in Reconstructive Microsurgery are divided onto three different parts:
- 3 Hands-on modules (each consisting of 3-day training courses held throughout the first year).
- 2 or 3 on-line modules followed by a Tutoring session each held throughout the academic years
- The clinical immersion programme consists of 1 module to be held at one of our accredited training centers (a minimum of 1 week and a maximum of 3 months).
- An online module to develop the methodological aspects of clinical research
- A final work.
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To be awarded the Postgraduate Diplomas, trainees must complete all the modules, do the minimal period of clinical immersion and present a research project. Candidates who successfully complete the full course will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma recognized by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.
On-line campus:
This e-learning area provides quality peer-reviewed information in a dynamic and interactive format
- Case review and second opinion from experts
- Forum discussion to receive feedback from the faculty
- Video surgery
- Evaluation tests
- Journal club
- Log book of clinical immersion
Minimal requirements to be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma are:
- Attendance of at least 100% in scheduled classes.
- A grade of at least 50% in multiple choice exam for each module.
- Achieve a minimum abilities in microvascular surgery training in a small animal model evaluated at the end of Module 2.
- Surgical efficiency and efficacy of at least 50% through log book and portfolio review during clinical immersion.
The final mark for each Diploma is determined by the average note of all the modules (including the clinical immersion one).
Research skills: clinical or experimental research projects and literature reviews will be encouraged to be published in a peer reviewed journal.
When you begin the Diplomas program, you will immediately join a unique group of accomplished professionals.
You and your fellow students will learn creatively and critically together. You will develop a community of support and lasting professional relationships with your colleagues and professors.
