Register: Navigating the Global Surgery Ecosystem: A New Educational Series on SURGhub

Written By Sebastian Hofbauer
 

Empowering Global Healthcare Professionals with Knowledge and Tools to Create Impact

 
 
 

The Global Surgery Foundation and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) are pleased to announce the launch of "Navigating the Global Surgery Ecosystem," an educational series hosted on SURGhub.

This series is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to engage effectively in the complex and evolving global surgery landscape. By addressing the unique challenges of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), the series empowers participants to drive meaningful, lasting change in their local and global communities.

“This series is not just about understanding global surgery—it’s about equipping you to navigate and leverage its potential for impactful change.”

Course Highlights

Hosted on SURGhub, the series provides an engaging and interactive learning experience.

  • Live and Recorded Sessions: Six interactive live session on SURGhub led by renowned global surgery experts.

  • Core Topics: Dive deep into key areas, such as funding strategies, policy development, innovation, education, and more.

  • Supplementary Resources: Enrich your experience with curated readings, tailor-made slides, and discussion forums.

  • Certification: Earn an official UNITAR Certificate of Completion, recognising your commitment and achievement.

Why This Matters

The global surgery ecosystem is rapidly expanding, offering new opportunities and resources—but also creating challenges in navigating its complexities. This series bridges the gap by providing a structured, actionable roadmap tailored for healthcare professionals worldwide.

“We aim to help learners make meaningful, impactful changes in their local surgical care settings.” – Mr. Nikhil Seth, UNITAR Executive Director, UN Assistant Secretary-General”

Flexible and Accessible Learning

Participants can join live sessions for real-time engagement or explore recorded materials at their convenience. SURGhub’s highly user-friendly platform ensures learning is accessible to everyone, anywhere, for free.

●      First Session: January 28, 2025, at 15:00 CET

●      Where: Online via SURGhub Live

●      Registration: Register Now for Free

Join us!

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Learn more on the project page

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Sebastian Hofbauer
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