Rhinoscopy Course Stream
Date: Thursday 29 July (lectures & practical session) & Friday 30 July (live surgery)
Venue: St Vincent’s Hospital Campus
Overview
The Rhinoscopy stream of the Sydney Sinus Surgery Course features combined lectures designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
Aimed at respiratory physicians, immunologists, allergists, general practitioners, and other specialists involved in the diagnosis and management of upper airway disease.
The sessions emphasise an integrated medical and surgical approach, exploring modern concepts of airway disease, underlying inflammatory processes, and evidence-based management strategies.
A hands-on practical component provides participants with guided instruction in nasal endoscopy of the upper airways, while a live surgery session on Friday morning offers valuable insight into real-time surgical decision-making and technique.
Key Topics Include:
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Sinonasal anatomy and function
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Modern concepts of airway disease
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Abnormalities of the upper airways
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Inflammatory processes
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Upper airway assessment methods including endoscopy of the upper airway, airflow analysis of the upper airway (rhinomanometry), allergy assessment, olfactory testing.
Faculty
All members of the faculty have wide experience in the management of upper airways disease, corresponding testing techniques and have academic appointments at major teaching facilities.
Registration options:
Rhinoscopist ANZRZS member: AU$495 (incl. GST)
Rhinoscopist Non ANZRZS member: AU$695 (incl. GST)