The Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery Department of the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine gathers top clinical, teaching and scientific research resources. It is one of the largest hepatobiliary and pancreatic centers in China. It has comprehensive and high-quality learning opportunities and receives hundreds of medical workers in the field of hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery from both home and abroad every year.

During the study period, we will provide you with systematic theoretical training and various practical opportunities so that you can expand your vision to the latest cutting-edge progress and improve your knowledge system. By participating in the nursing practice of radical pancreatic cancer combined with small bowel auto-transplantation, liver transplantation and other critically ill patients with difficult liver, gallbladder and pancreas diseases, you will comprehensively improve the level of professional nursing.

At the same time, you will be able to deeply experience our service culture at work: based on the needs of patients, we strive for excellence in technology. Through scientific management, we continuously improve the level of care. Innovation, pursuit of excellence, improvement of patients' health outcomes, and continuous enhancement of their medical experience are also the concepts we have always wanted to convey.

 It is a comprehensive department integrating hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery wards, an interventional therapy center, and a liver transplantation center. You can visit and learn variou

Improve the knowledge system of trainees so that they could possess comprehensive knowledge; At the same time, broaden horizons and learn to pay attention to new developments in specialized field

The program provides a full-time, 1-month training experience. In special circumstances, arrangements can be made for other lengths of training depending on your needs and interests.

fellows:To be eligible for the Nursing Fellowship, applicants must have successfully completed a nursing residency program at an institution that is accredited.

residents:Registered nurses from hospitals worldwide, holding a formal diploma (or higher degree) from an accredited nursing school, with at least two years of clinical nursing experience, and possessing a valid nursing license.

Focus areas & Subspecialties:

1. Artificial Liver Treatment

2. Liver failure

3. Liver Transplantation 

4. Infectious Diseases

5. Critical Care

6. Hepatology and Gastroenterology

7. Microecology and Immunology

8. Cytokine Storm Management

9. Clinical Research and Trials

Skills:

1. Blood Purification Techniques 

2. Emergency Response

3.Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Training schedule：Two-week training program provides a comprehensive and structured approach to learning about non-biological artificial liver treatment, with a balance of theoretical instruction, observational learning, and practical simulation, ensuring participants gain a thorough understanding of the field.

FIRST Week:

Monday

· Introduction & Welcome, Program overview and objectives, Department introduction

-Topics:

1. Familiarize with the Artificial Liver Center through a guided tour.

2. Learn about the history of artificial liver treatment.

3. Receive a basic overview of artificial liver therapies.

Tuesday

· Understanding Non-Biological Artificial Liver Treatment

- Topics:

1. Delve into the principles and mechanisms behind non-biological artificial liver treatment.

2. Discuss indications and contraindications for such treatments.

Wednesday

· Clinical Treatment Modalities - Plasma Exchange: Observe and learn about plasma exchange in clinical practice.

Thursday

· Clinical Treatment Modalities - Plasma Adsorption: Observe and learn about plasma adsorption in clinical practice. 

Friday

· Nursing Key Points in Artificial Liver Treatment: Focus on key nursing aspects specific to non-biological artificial liver treatment.

WEEKEND

SECOND Week

Monday

· Health Education Simulation: Engage in the observation and simulation of health education related to non-biological artificial liver treatment.

Tuesday

· Machine Alarm Handling: Learn to handle common machine alarms encountered in non-biological artificial liver treatment.

Wednesday

· Complication Management: Understand how to manage common complications in non-biological artificial liver treatment.

Thursday

· Combination Treatment Modes: Explore common combined treatment modes used in clinical practice.

Friday

Discussion and Summary: Participate in group discussions and a summary of the training program.

Evaluation: 

Finalizing Assessments with a PowerPoint Presentation.

Feedback:

Participants can provide feedback on training through surveys, forums, meetings, and a suggestion box, enhancing program improvement and relevance.

The program is free of charge.

ZHANG Huafen
Education Program Coordinator
Phone: +86 13757120681
Email: zhanghuafen@zju.edu.cn