This is an in person live event

Location: The Hub Plus, Derbyshire - Kelvin House, RTC Business Park, London Rd, Derby DE24 8UP

Date: Tuesday 17th February 2026

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

This live event is available to registered users only

Aim:

To ensure staff can safely assess wounds, remove sutures and clips competently, provide appropriate aftercare, and recognise when escalation is required.

Eligible Roles:

This session is suitable for:

GPs, Practice Nurses, Pharmacist

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

​1. Understand the principles of wound healing
​o Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
​o Recognise factors that may delay healing (e.g., diabetes, infection, poor circulation).

​2. Prepare patients and equipment safely
​o Explain the procedure clearly to patients and obtain valid consent.
​o Select and prepare the correct equipment (suture/clip remover, sterile dressing packs, PPE).
​o Apply infection prevention and control principles throughout the procedure.

​3. Assess the wound prior to removal
​o Inspect the wound for signs of healing and complications (e.g., infection, dehiscence).
​o Confirm that clip or suture removal is appropriate, within agreed timeframe and care plan.
​o Recognise situations where removal should be delayed or referred to a registered nurse/clinician.

​4. Perform safe and effective removal
​o Demonstrate correct technique for removing different types of sutures (interrupted, continuous) and clips.
​o Minimise patient discomfort during the procedure.
​o Handle removed materials safely and dispose of them according to policy.

​5. Provide appropriate aftercare
​o Apply suitable dressings to support wound healing after removal.
​o Give clear patient advice on wound care, activity restrictions, and when to seek help.​

Level of Learning: 

• New Starter/ Introductory

​Support: 

If you require any support, we are always listening.

Email: ddlmc.thehubplus@nhs.net
Phone: 07883 328933​

Cancellation Policy: 

Please click here to find our full Cancellation Policy. 

You must have line manager approval before booking. As a not-for-profit organisation, your support directly funds education and development opportunities for Primary Care staff at all levels across Derbyshire. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Paid Course

• Cost: £10.00 for Derbyshire candidates | £10.00 for outside Derbyshire candidates.
• Upon booking, you will be sent an invoice. Your place will not be confirmed until payment is received.
• Cancellations made with less than 10 working days’ notice will incur a fee equal to the course cost.