Discipline
Surgical oncology
Surgical oncology
Programme mentors
Dr. Desmond Winter, Dr. S. Martin, Dr. A. Hanly, Dr. R. Kennelly
Dr. Desmond Winter, Dr. S. Martin, Dr. A. Hanly, Dr. R. Kennelly
Duration
3 - 6 months
3 - 6 months
Type
Visiting Residency and Visiting Observership
Visiting Residency and Visiting Observership
Language requirements
Good knowledge of English required
Good knowledge of English required
Programme description
Approximately 300 colorectal cancer patients are seen each year across St. Vincent’s Hospital Campus. The vast majority of surgery is laparoscopic and this Campus has also been nominated as a Specialist Centre for the National Colorectal Screening Programme, which starts in 2012.