Two-Day Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anaesthesia Course
Designed from candidate feedback to maximise expert-led teaching, hands-on learning, clarity, and exam relevance
Day 1 – Friday 1 May 2026 | Online, Interactive
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Live, faculty-led teaching focused on clear, applied anatomy
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High-definition cadaveric dissections integrated with ultrasound correlation
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Augmented reality and simulation-based videos to reinforce probe handling and spatial understanding
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Structured, exam-focused teaching with EDRA Part 1 & 2 preparation tips
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Interactive Q&A throughout to address common pitfalls and misconceptions
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Optimised pacing to allow consolidation without cognitive overload
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Poster presentation by candidates which will be published in ARiRA - Newsletter
Day 2 – Saturday 2 May 2026 | In-Person, Hands-On
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Small-group live scanning on models to maximise probe time
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Emphasis on sono-anatomy recognition, ergonomics, and image optimisation
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Unhurried needling practice using dedicated needling phantoms
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Protected time for repetition and self-directed practice, guided by expert faculty
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Continuous faculty feedback tailored to individual experience level
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Lunch and refreshments provided
What makes this course different
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Designed around what previous candidates asked for: more scanning time, slower pace, clearer anatomy, and practical exam relevance
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Faculty with extensive clinical, teaching, and EDRA experience
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Balance of why and how, not just what—moving beyond atlas-style teaching
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Focus on confidence, pattern recognition, and transferable scanning skills
Included with your course
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One year of complimentary ARiRA access
Full access to arira.co.uk, including:
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Cadaver-based anatomy modules
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3D and augmented-reality anatomy visualisation
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Sono-anatomy libraries
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Probe movement and image-formation concepts
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Simulation-based learning to support ongoing practice
Who should attend
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Anaesthetists preparing for EDRA examinations
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Clinicians looking to consolidate or refresh core regional anaesthesia skills
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Those seeking structured, high-yield teaching with genuine hands-on time
Course fee
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Includes lunch, refreshments, and one-year ARiRA access
Registration
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Places are limited to preserve small-group teaching quality
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Early registration strongly recommended
Further information
This course is designed to leave you more confident at the probe, clearer on anatomy, and better prepared for safe clinical practice and EDRA assessment.
Cancellations made more than 4 weeks before the course date are eligible for a full refund, minus administrative plus ARiRA online access fee.
Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the course date will receive a 50% refund.
We strive to accommodate changes, but these policies ensure the smooth organisation of our events while maintaining fairness for all participants.
Access to ARiRA learning platform would continue for 1 year.
