Travel Grant Report: Madrid, November-December, 2023
“I’m very grateful to the opportunity that I had, an as soon as I came back to North Devon I implicated all the knowledge I gained”
Travel Grant Report: Belgium, January-February, 2024
“Having had this experience will for sure help me in my future and improve my
patients’ results”.
Travel Grant Report: Hamburg, Germany, December 2023
I had the opportunity to closely observe the latest developments in the field of hernia surgery in a clinic that is considered a reference center in this area. I think it made a great contribution to my theoretical and practical training.
Travel Grant Report: Madrid, Spain, November 2023
I participated in surgeries at the mentioned hospitals each day during my visit. I gained valuable insights, particularly into their approach to large abdominal wall hernias. What I learned will undoubtedly reshape my daily practice.
Travel Grant Report: Madrid, Spain, September 2023
This was the best way to observe a leading expert in the world of abdominal wall surgery and get a ringside view to learn from the maestro. He put together an action-packed week for me to fit in as much learning as possible.
Travel Grant Report: Reims, France, September 2023
During my time spent in Reims, I had the chance to see a large number of surgical interventions, most of them complex incisional hernia repairs, assisting in pre and postoperative consultations, a hands-on laparoscopic cadaveric course, the BTA injection and PPP technique for giant incisional hernias with loss of domain.
Travel Report: Sharing hernia knowledge in the land of the midnight sun
The #herniafriends family grows bigger in number but smaller in distance. I recommend the fun of travelling and experiencing health care systems across Europe and indeed further afield.
