BS Surgical
Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology
The BS-SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY program prepares skilled professionals for operating room environments and surgical support roles. Students develop expertise in sterile technique, instrument management, and patient safety protocols essential for modern surgical practice.
Program Highlights
- 4-year professional degree program
- Operating room simulation labs with state-of-the-art equipment
- Clinical internships in surgical units of teaching hospitals
- Advanced sterile technique and asepsis training
- Comprehensive instrument management and sterilization procedures
Core Competencies
- Surgical Instrumentation - Mastery of surgical instruments and their applications
- Operating Room Management - Workflow, safety, and efficiency protocols
- Patient Care and Safety - Holistic approach to patient well-being
- Sterilization and Asepsis - Infection control and prevention measures
- Teamwork and Communication - Collaborative practice in surgical teams
Training Environment
Our students train in modern OR simulation labs and work alongside experienced surgeons and surgical teams in affiliated hospitals, ensuring they graduate with practical skills ready for immediate professional practice.
Career Prospects
Surgical technologists are in high demand in hospitals, surgical centers, and teaching institutions. Our graduates pursue careers in various surgical specialties and some advance to leadership and training roles.
8th Semester Courses
- SUR-616 Clinical Operative Urology Surgery — 3 (2+1)
- SUR-617 Clinical Operative Orthopedic Surgery — 3 (2+1)
- PMS-625 Bioethics — 2 (2+0)
- Operating Room Management
- PMS-626 Research Project — 6 (0+6)
- PMS-627 Seminar — 1 (0+1)
SUR-616 Clinical Operative Urology Surgery
Objectives
- Identify complications and problems related to the genitourinary system
- Understand renal surgical procedures
- Describe diagnostic procedures for kidney, ureter, and bladder
- Explain procedures performed for prostate cancer
Course Contents
- Anatomy and physiology of kidney, ureter, bladder, and urethra
- Terminology related to urology surgery and urinary symptoms
- Investigations: IVU, Antegrade pyelography, urethrography, venography, ultrasonography, cystography
- Congenital abnormalities, aberrant renal vessels
- Renal and ureteric calculus, hydronephrosis
- PCN, PCNL, pyelolithotomy, nephrolithotomy, ureterolithotomy, URS, lithotripsy, ESWL
- Neoplasms of kidney; nephrectomy (partial, radical)
- Urethral catheterization, neurogenic bladder, incontinence of urine, urodynamic tests
- Prostatectomy, bladder stone management, litholopaxy, TURP, suprapubic cystostomy
- Hypospadias, epispadias procedures, meatotomy
Practicals
- Case-specific investigations and consent
- Surgical safety checklist application
- Patient positioning and draping
- Instrument and equipment efficiency checks
- Surgical skills including anastomosis and hemostasis
- Suturing and drain tube handling
Recommended Books
- Berry Kohn’s Operating Room Technique (Nancy Marie Phillips, 11th ed.)
- Differentiating Surgical Equipment and Supplies (Colleen J. Rutherford)
SUR-617 Clinical Operative Orthopedic Surgery
Objectives
- Gain basic knowledge of orthopedic surgery
- Participate in surgical procedures as surgical first assistant
Course Contents
- Historical background; art and science of orthopedic surgery
- Musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology
- Special features of orthopedic surgery; extremity procedures
- Fractures and joint procedures
- Repair of tendons and ligaments; cast application
- Complications after orthopedic surgery
Practicals
- Case investigations, consent, and safety checklist
- Patient positioning and draping
- Instrument and equipment checks
- Surgical skills, anastomosis, hemostasis
- Suturing, anesthesia recovery, cast application, implants
- Use of image intensifiers
Recommended Books
- Berry Kohn’s Operating Room Technique (Nancy Marie Phillips, 11th ed.)
- Differentiating Surgical Equipment and Supplies (Colleen J. Rutherford)
- Pocket Guide to the Operating Room (Maxine A. Goldman, 3rd ed.)
PMS-625 Bioethics
Objectives
- Apply ethical principles to ensure patient safety and benefit
- Analyze bioethical issues in practice
Course Contents
- Introduction to bioethics and ethical principles
- Autonomy; informed consent; intentional non-disclosure; patient self-determination
- HIPAA privacy and security rules
- Non-maleficence; slippery slope arguments; beneficence; paternalism
- Justice and social justice; patient protection and Affordable Care Act
- Professional–patient relationship; unavoidable trust; human dignity
- Patient advocacy; moral suffering; ethical dilemmas
Operating Room Management
Objectives
- Understand operating room human resource and duty rota
- Apply infection control practices
- Manage equipment for different procedures
- Evacuate operating room in emergency and disaster situations
Course Contents
- Operating table and space management
- Human resource management, motivation, unified team building
- Staffing, delegation, duty rota for different staff categories
- Equipment management; new product and equipment evaluation
- Conflict management; budget and financial management
- Infection control; fumigation technique; surface culture
- Emergency evacuation and disaster management
- CSSD management; layout and zones
Recommended Books
- Berry Kohn’s Operating Room Technique (Nancy Marie Phillips, 11th ed.)
- Differentiating Surgical Equipment and Supplies (Colleen J. Rutherford)
- Surgical Technology: Principles and Practice (Joanna Fuller, 6th ed.)
- Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist (Teri L. Junge, Ben D. Price)
PMS-626 Research Project
Objectives
- Learn basic research methodology
- Compile and present a research project report
Course Contents
During the final year, each student selects a research topic with supervisor consultation and submits a report to Khyber Medical University by the end of the year.
Practical
A hard copy of the research project is submitted to examination for degree requirements.
PMS-627 Seminar
During the final year, each student selects a topic and presents their research work through a seminar.
Admission Requirements
- Recent passport-sized photographs
- Matriculation/SSC certificate and marks sheet
- F.Sc/Intermediate certificate and marks sheet
- CNIC or B-Form for Pakistani students
- Passport for international students
- Domicile certificate
- KMU Cat 50% Required
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