Suturing and Minor Procedures (I&D): Beginner and Intermediate

Join us for a didactic lecture with a hands-on practical session on the basics of local anesthesia, simple anesthetic blocks, different suturing techniques, and incision & drainage!

EDUCATORS: NP Michelle Carson and NP Rachel Rodier

LOCATION: Brodie Centre - University of Manitoba - Skills Lab/BMSB 2nd Floor - Theatre D

As we will be working with raw meat specimens (biohazard materials), there will be NO coffee/drinks, NO bags/personal belongings, and jackets allowed in the lab.

 - A locker will be provided

Please adhere to the following restrictions set by the U of M:

- Closed toe shoes are to be worn

- Long hair (shoulder length) must be tied back

- Proper PPE will be supplied for the workshop (gowns, gloves, eye protection, and masks)

- PPE must be removed  before exiting the lab

*Note: This session is NOT sponsored. Registration fees go directly into covering administrative costs and the supplies/resources needed for the session.

**While this workshop is open to non-NPAM members, priority registration and seats are reserved for NPAM members. There will be limited spots open for non-members.

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

Cancellation Policy: 

• Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before the event.
• 50% refund if cancelled 3–6 days before.
• No refund within 72 hours of the event, however, you may transfer your registration to someone else – please contact us at education@nursepractitioner.ca 

Cancellations and date changes due to illness or medical emergency will be considered on case-to-case basis.

NPAM has the right to cancel or reschedule course dates due to circumstances beyond our control.

Please note: If the minimum number of participants are not met, the event may be cancelled or rescheduled.

To renew or register, please see:
https://nursepractitioner.ca/membership/join-now/