Oct 04 2019
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Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Course

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We are pleased to share our successful Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) course held on Friday, 6th September 2019 at The Academic Centre, Keir Hardie University Health Park. If you are interested in attending or would like further details, please contact: haray.academic@wales.nhs.uk
Jul 22 2019
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Sue Howells – Daffodils

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We are delighted to be able to share a video we created which follows one of our Colorectal Nurse Specialists, Sister Sue Howells, through her own personal journey with bowel cancer. This video went viral in 3 days on Social Media.  Facebook recorded 22,000 hits with just under 10,000 views and was shared 150 times. …
Mr Mel Jehu, Mr David Brown and Professor P N Haray
Jul 22 2019
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How far we have come…..

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In 2013, we were preparing to launch both the Colorectal Cancer Patient Information DVD and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery DVD.  This was hot on the heels of The Stepwise Approach to Laparoscopic Surgery DVD which was aimed at educating specialist surgical trainees. These DVDs were launched by the then First Minister for Wales, The…
Jun 14 2019
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Multi-Professional Colorectal Cancer Pathway (MPCC)

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A Successful MPCC course was held on Monday, 3rd June 2019 at Academic Centre, Keir Hardie University Health Park, Merthyr Tydfil. Feedback from some of the delegates who attended the course: Great to learn how the pathway is helping patients Excellent course, thank you for the day Its great to have someone as passionate about…
May 02 2019
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BEST Awards 2018

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Professor PN Haray awarded as a Finalist in the BEST Awards. Recognition for Doctors and Dentists Training Wales' future NHS Workforce. Doctors and dentists across Wales have been recognised for their invaluable commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals. The dedication of medical and dental trainers ensures NHS Wales is equipped to deliver…
May 02 2019
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Bowel Cancer Awareness

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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and it was a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness of bowel cancer. Our Research and Academic Secretary, Mrs Carol Pullen successfully manned a stand in the Main Outpatient Reception at Prince Charles Hospital throughout April 2019 with the support of David Watkins from Macmillan. During her time, Carol recalls…
Apr 01 2019
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Colorectal Cancer Pathway – A Multi-Professional Study Day (MPCC)

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21st October 2019 Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT. About This one-day course was convened by Consultant Colorectal Surgeon Professor P.N. Haray and supported by a multi-professional faculty.  It included live links to the Endoscopy Unit and the Main Operating Theatre, as well as numerous structured presentations which covered various aspects of the Colorectal…
Apr 01 2019
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Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Workshop Using Animal Models

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2nd October 2019 Academic Centre (Part of Prince Charles Hospital), Keir Hardie Health Park, Merthyr Tydfil Doctors Academy awards 6 CPD points for attendance at this course. About This advanced laparoscopic colorectal surgery workshop provided the attendee with the opportunity to practice and enhance the operative skills in this area. In addition to providing a sound…