Training courses

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27Jun

A Look Back at our Latest Bladder Scanner Maintenance Course

We recently hosted another session of our Bladder Scanner Maintenance Course at de Smit Medical. This practical course is designed to equip engineers and technical staff with the essential skills to calibrate, service, and maintain BioCon bladder scanners. Delivered by our qualified trainers who are certified to manufacturer standards, the training covered: Functional testing and troubleshooting Disassembly and reassembly procedures Calibration and validation techniques Electrical safety testing protocols Participants also gained a deeper understanding of the ultrasound principles behind bladder scanning and the specific functionality of...

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17Jun

Another Successful Lower Bowel Assessment Course!

Another Successful Lower Bowel Assessment Course! Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting another fantastic Lower Bowel Assessment Course at the de Smit Medical Learning Academy. Eight delegates joined us, eager to expand their clinical knowledge and earn valuable CPD points. We also want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who choses our Academy for their professional development. It's always rewarding to see such enthusiasm and commitment! Here's what some of our attendees had to say: "Such a valuable course....

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15Apr

Pelvic Floor Assessment Training: A Productive 1.5 Days

We've just finished up our latest 1.5-day course on the Assessment of Female Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction at our South Gloucestershire training facility, and it was a real success. It was great to welcome a group of dedicated nurses and physiotherapists, all keen to improve their skills in this vital area of women's health. Over the one and half days, we got really in depth in the details of pelvic floor muscle function, covering everything from subjective and abdominal assessments to...

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18Mar

Two Days of Intensive Biofeedback Training

We recently concluded two days of focused biofeedback training, starting with an introductory course and progressing to an advanced course the following day. The structure allowed participants to build their knowledge systematically, from foundational principles to complex clinical applications. Delegates can choose to attend just one day or come for two, back-to-back days of learning. Have a look at our events calendar here. The introductory day provided a comprehensive overview of biofeedback, emphasising practical applications. Participants engaged in hands-on exercises, learning...

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27Feb

Another successful Lower Bowel Assessment Training Course – 12th & 13th February 2025

On February 12th and 13th, we hosted another successful clinical training course on lower bowel assessment. We were delighted to welcome 12 delegates, many of whom had previously attended our female pelvic floor course. The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the value and impact of the training. One of the standout aspects of the course was the practical component, which many delegates found extremely beneficial. This hands-on experience allowed participants to apply their knowledge in real scenarios, enhancing...

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20Jan

“Designed well and at a level that was easy to understand.”

Female Pelvic Floor Course, 15th and 16th January This month we welcomed 11 delegates to our training facility in South Gloucestershire for our latest course on assessment of lower bowel dysfunction course. This two-day course covered the theory supporting the Female Pelvic Floor along with a practical session to support the theory aspect. We loved hearing your wonderful feedback. One of the delegates who works in Community Nursing commented saying, “I really enjoyed the course, I found it to be very informative...

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03Dec

Excellent Course, Well Presented and Laid Out

Christmas might be fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean things here at de Smit Medical are on the wind down, with our dedicated South Gloucestershire based Training Suite hosting 12 delegates as part of our Learning Academy. Delivered over one and a half days, this in person course on “Assessment of Female Pelvic Floor Muscle Function” sought to support our delegate's theory of the female pelvic floor, but with additional, practical ‘hands-on’ support in our Clinic Room. Your ongoing feedback is invaluable...

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29Nov

A Well Structured and Informative Course

de Smit Medical were delighted to welcome nine delegates to our South Gloucestershire based training suite on Wednesday 13th November, with some delegates representing NHS Trusts from as far afield as Newcastle. This virtual course focussed on “male pelvic floor function, dysfunction, assessment and treatment” and supported our delegates in developing their understanding and theory of the male pelvic floor, and assisting them in their respective roles. Those attending the course worked in a range of different fields, from Infection Control Nurses...

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22Oct

October’s Female Pelvic Floor Course

On the 9th and 10th of October, 10 delegates from around the UK visited our Training Suite in South Gloucestershire for the one-and-a-half-day Female Pelvic Floor Course. One lady even came all the way from Abu Dhabi! This course provides both a classroom and a clinical environment to enable participants to understand the theory supporting the assessment of female pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in relation to bladder problems and to gain practical experience in the clinical vaginal assessment of the anterior...

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15Oct

2nd – 3rd October: the latest lower bowel course at de Smit Medical

At the beginning of the month, we ran another session of our lower bowel assessment course, with ten delegates in attendance. Thank you to all the delegates for choosing the de Smit Medical Learning Academy to advance their clinical knowledge and gain those important CPD points. Reflections from the day include: 'Excellent demonstration. It all made sense after this!' - Continence Nurse Specialist 'I will highly recommend to other colleagues.' - Continence Nurse Specialist We have course dates planned until September 2025, please...

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