On the 13th and 14th November, the NBIA proudly hosted its first ‘Oncoplastic Breast Masterclass: Advanced Breast Conservation,’ also marking our first use of the newly completed NBIA Training Centre at the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Nightingale Centre.
Developed in close collaboration with the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust oncoplastic surgical team, the two-day programme was aimed at senior surgical trainees, fellows and consultants seeking to develop greater confidence and competence in breast-conserving surgery, implant management and chest-contour procedures.
Highlights included:
- Radiological interpretation sessions that informed surgical planning and decision-making.
- Practical demonstrations using simulated patients and live feeding from theatre to mirror real-time clinical environments.
- The unique opportunity for participants to combine multidisciplinary learning with hands-on simulation, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
Commenting on the course, Mr Nader Tougan, Consultant Breast Surgeon and Course Organiser said:
“We designed this course to bridge the gap between theory and practice, giving surgeons the opportunity to refine their skills through hands-on experience.
“The combination of expert-led sessions, patient simulation, and collaborative MDT learning provides valuable preparation for clinical practice.”
Dr Mary Wilson, Consultant Breast Radiologist and NBIA Programme Lead said:
“Feedback from attendees waand the successful launch demonstrates the NBIA’s evolving role not just in breast-imaging education, but in the wider breast-care and surgical training.
“Thank you to all participants and contributors who helped make this inaugural course such a success.”