CCAT Advanced course 2008
The course
This three day advanced course, in a unique and fabulous setting, is designed for those who want to revise and update their knowledge and build upon the skills acquired during previous aeromedical training. It is open to all former CCAT graduates, and to others who have similar training or who have worked for at least two years in the area of patient transport and retrieval. However, only 15 places are available this year so early booking is essential.
The programme
Our aim is to provoke discussion and free-thinking, as well as to present some didactic teaching. Topics on the 2008 programme are likely to include:
- Where aeromedical retrieval and transport is now - an international update
- Disaster response: mass casualty evacuation
- The future of education in aeromedical retrieval and transport
- What's new in clinical guidelines
- International Repatriation Forum: Tackling the problems of overseas clinics
- Helicopter Air Ambulance Forum: The JAA views on helicopter air ambulances and their crew
 Revision of important and basic concepts will also feature:
- Revision and update of transport physiology
- Another look at oxygen carriage - in molecules and in cylinders
- Medicolegal issues of current interest
We intend to revisit some popular and important topics for in-depth study:
- Clinical and logistic case studies
- Equipment update - The new, the neat, the small and the reliable
We also hope to provide a guest presentation from an international aeromedical organisation, a forum for discussion of the delegate's views on the future of tertiary and quaternary aeromedical practice.
The final day is an optional programme for those who would like a choice of external visits. These may include, depending on the wishes of the delegates who register:
- A fixed wing air ambulance organisation
- A helicopter emergency air ambulance organisation
- MedAire (remote medical supervision) in Farnborough
- A search and rescue unit (RAF Waddington) or Coastguard (Lee-on-Solent)
Participants should note that operational difficulties beyond the control of the CCAT course may lead to cancellations or changes in the visits programme.
Accreditation
 Application for the course to be recognised for CPD/CME credit points has been made. It will be accredited and recognised towards completion of the nascent Diploma of Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport.
When
The course will run in the autumn of 2008, but the dates have yet to be confirmed. The first two days will be classroom based, and the third day will comprise a bespoke visit.
Venue
This is a residential course, based at the beautiful Royal Cumberland Lodge, built in 1652 and steeped in history. In addition to being a Royal residence, it is a luxurious venue set in the splendid Windsor Great Park, in sight and walking distance of Windsor Castle. This is a unique opportunity to study and socialise in superb accommodation centred in an amazing rural setting, yet so close to London. Food at the Lodge has an exceptionally high reputation, and the chefs have won awards at national level. Dining is an elegant affair! The Lodge website is highly recommended (www.cumberlandlodge.ac.uk).
Cost
The total cost will be £690.00 GBP which will pay for all course fees and materials, CPD/CME accreditation (if awarded by the Royal Colleges), the visit(s), accommodation in Cumberland Lodge for two nights, and all meals (including mid-morning and afternoon refreshments), use of Cumberland Lodge recreational facilities and access to the gardens and walks of the Windsor Great Park.
How to register
Send a cheque drawn on a UK bank to cover the full amount (£690.00 GBP), made out to 'The CCAT Course Fund' as soon as possible to secure one of the small number of places on this unique course. Please include the year of your original CCAT course and let me know if you have any preference for the external visit.
The postal address for the cheque is:
Dr T Martin, Consultant in Intensive Care & Anaesthesia
Royal Hampshire County Hospital
Winchester, SO22 5DG, UK
Office: 0044 (0) 1962 824582
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