12 Years as Director of the Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) Course

I am honoured to have completed my 12th year as the Director of the Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) course), a flagship program by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Held at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust, this course remains an integral part of surgical education, equipping surgeons with the skills needed to manage critically ill patients effectively.

Over the years, I have seen first-hand how CCrISP has evolved to reflect the latest advancements in critical care, surgical decision-making, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The course is designed to enhance the ability of surgical trainees and consultants to:

✅ Recognize and manage deteriorating surgical patients.
✅ Improve decision-making in high-risk surgical cases.
✅ Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
✅ Develop structured approaches to surgical critical care.

Teaching and mentoring in this program continues to be a rewarding experience, and I am grateful to my co-directors, faculty, and participants for making each edition a success. As we move forward, I look forward to further refining and expanding the course to meet the evolving demands of modern surgical practice.

For any queries or discussions related to surgical critical care and training, feel free to contact me.