KSS to offer new pre-hospital module for Airway Matters

Since launching in 2020, the Trust’s Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) has attracted over 30,000 learners from 165 countries.

The new module – which is the first pre-hospital open-access education content of its kind – explores the technical and non-technical elements that support the development of strategies for safe airway management in the pre-hospital setting. The pre-hospital environment presents clinicians with challenges due to the need to treat critically ill patients within complex scenes and in any environmental conditions. Through expert interviews, practical lessons, interactive steps and training videos, learners can now enhance their understanding and develop new skills to improve patient safety in what is a high-risk area of clinical practice.

Playing an important role in improving patient outcomes

Dr Julian Wijesuriya, KSS Doctor and UCLH Consultant Anaesthetist who has led the development of the pre-hospital content, said: “It is a great privilege to contribute to the renowned Airway Matters course, and the partnership between KSS and UCLH highlights the value of collaboration between innovative healthcare organizations.

“KSS safely delivers advanced airway interventions through a system of robust training, standardized processes and strong clinical governance. There is also a culture of case-review, research and shared learning that promotes patient safety and contributes to the clinical evidence base.”

David Welch, CEO of KSS, added: “Being invited to contribute to this pioneering course is testament to the extraordinary expertise of our medical crews, who deliver outstanding pre-hospital emergency care 24/7 to the 4.8 million people who live in our region. Our doctors and critical care paramedics are recognized leaders in this field and, by sharing their specialist knowledge, they have an important role to play in improving patient outcomes.”