MVA and D&E Course | October 2025
4 October 2025 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
This one-day, hands-on theoretical training course focuses on the surgical management of abortion and miscarriage across gestations. The course specifically focuses on Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) and Dilatation and Evacuation (D&E) techniques. Delegates will be able to sign up for a half day or the full day based on their interest and existing skills.
MVA is an alternative to electric suction or dilatation and curettage for evacuation of the uterine contents. The MVA procedure is performed with a hand-operated vacuum syringe, typically under local anaesthetic, in a treatment room. With the high safety profile of this procedure and the increasing potential for the delivery of uterine evacuation outside of the theatre, there is a need to improve access to MVA in the UK. In addition to providing a grounding in the MVA procedure, this course covers the equipment, staffing, analgesia and other requirements for surgical uterine evacuation in the outpatient setting. You can access the programme for the MVA Course here.
D&E is an essential life saving skill in the context of abortion and management of mid-trimester miscarriage and pregnancy complications. This procedure involves the dilation of the cervix followed by removal of uterine contents using instruments, typically performed under local or general anesthesia. Given its established safety profile there exists a critical need to enhance accessibility to D&E in healthcare settings. In addition to training on the D&E procedure itself, this course delves into the necessary equipment, staffing, anesthesia options, and logistical requirements essential for the successful execution of surgical uterine evacuation. You can access the programme for the D&E Course here.
This course will be beneficial to those who are unfamiliar with surgical management of abortion and miscarriage, and those in need of an update on the latest evidence.
Being a Member Pays!
BSACP Members are entitled to discounts on all of our activities as part of our membership benefits. You can access the discount codes here. You will need to be logged in to your profile to access the codes. The discount amount is higher than the cost of membership for a year.
The discounts for the Training Courses (for each portion) are:
- £50 off for Doctors Members
- £25 off for Resident Doctors/Nurses/Midwives/AHP, etc.
CHANGE OF VENUE
Please note that due to logistical reasons, the venue for these courses has changed. The new location is:
Clinical Skills Centre
Level 1, Whittington Hospital
Magdala Avenue
London N19 5NF
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HFcfvGZFQtYbhCnPA
How to Get to Whittington Hospital:
- By Tube: The nearest Underground station is Archway (Northern Line), the hospital is approximately a 5-minute walk from the station.
- By Train: The nearest Overground station is Upper Holloway, about a 10-minute walk.
- By Bus: Several bus routes stop near the hospital, including routes 4, 17, 43, 263, and 271.
- By Car: There is limited parking available at the hospital; public transport is recommended.
Once You Arrive:
Enter through the main entrance of Whittington Hospital, take the escalators up to Level 1, and look to your left, you will see the Clinical Skills Centre.
For your convenience, here is a map with directions
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at the new venue. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at admin@bsacp.org.uk .
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