Introduction to the Operating Theatre

Program Overview

This program offers an introduction to the theatre environment, surgical specialties, and the roles of Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) within the multi-disciplinary team. It explores the perioperative journey, focusing on patient-centered care and the advancements in ODP practice. Through a written assignment, students will examine the roles and responsibilities of ODPs in relation to patient care.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Introduction to the Theatre Environment
• The Perioperative Journey – Patient-Centred Care
• Introduction to Surgical Specialties
• The Roles of the ODP and the Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Anaesthetics
• Surgery
• Post-Anaesthetic Care
• Advancing Roles of the ODP
• Unique module within the university
• Learning/teaching styles will match the Undergraduate Degree programmes delivered full/part-time at the University
• Open and supportive University structure