Advanced Trauma Operative Management (ATOM) by ACS

About the course
The Advanced Trauma Operative Management (ATOM) Course, offered by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), is designed to enhance the surgical skills and confidence of surgeons in managing penetrating injuries to the thoracic and abdominal regions. The course combines didactic lectures with hands-on operative experience, providing a structured approach to trauma surgery in emergency situations. Through guided instruction, participants learn to identify, assess, and manage life-threatening injuries using the latest techniques and best practices in trauma care.

What will you learn?
You will learn advanced surgical techniques for managing penetrating thoracic and abdominal trauma, injury identification, and operative decision-making under guided instruction.

Certification Objectives:

1. To increase the surgical competency of participants in managing penetrating thoracic and abdominal trauma.
2. To provide hands-on experience in trauma surgery with a 1:1 instructor-to-candidate ratio.
3. To build confidence in performing life-saving trauma procedures.
4. To assess and enhance participants’ skills through pre-course and post-course evaluations.

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