Bristol, Oxford and Aberdeen Surgical Trials intervention course (BOASTiC) 2024 This course is now full. Please use the registration form below to be entered onto a reserve waiting list

This three-day surgical research training event on surgical trials is for foundation, core and specialist trainees of all surgical specialities. It is run annually by the Bristol, Oxford and Aberdeen Surgical Trials Units. The RCSI-NSRSC in partnership with the HRB-TMRN and the UK Surgical Trials Units are delighted to host this year's BOASTiC for the first time in Ireland. 

The course is accredited by RCSEng and will be delivered by well-renowned local and international experts in surgical trials and trial methodology. Students work collaboratively to learn how to design and conduct Randomised Controlled Trials in surgery that answer research questions of relevance to surgeons and patients.

Registration: Places are full, to enter onto a reserve waiting list please complete the form; https://forms.office.com/e/vp1pnd13N9

Please note registration does not guarantee a place. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date and you will be notified if you have been offered a place on the course. This is to ensure an equal distribution across specialties and stage of training. Once notified the course fee payment and confirmation of study leave are required to secure your place on the course. Please note that it is necessary to commit to all three days. 

Course Fee: €300

The course fee covers lunches, refreshments and one conference dinner. Accommodation, travel, and the remaining dinner are not covered.

Watch last years BOASTiC video

 For further information about previous BOASTiC courses see: https://www.ndorms.ox.ac.uk/situ/bristol-oxford-surgical-trials-intervention-course 

Queries: Katie Chegwin:katie.chegwin@ndorms.ox.ac.uk