Medical Practice Technical Challenges
Colposcopy
Basic Course - 12th Edition
25-E09
Applications to the current course are now closed.
October 16th 2025 - October 17th 2025
COURSE COORDINATORS
Fátima Serrano (MD, PhD) ,
Amália Pacheco (MD) ,
Amélia Pedro (MD)
COURSE PRESENTATION
The Basic Colposcopy Course, structured according to the training programme of the EFC – European Federation for Colposcopy and Cervical Cancer Prevention, aims to introduce the practice of colposcopy.
As colposcopy is an essential examination in modern gynaecological practice, consistent learning and periodic updates are key concerns that require targeted training offerings.
This course provides the foundational introduction to colposcopy, with theoretical sessions and simulated practice, enabling students to understand the principles of colposcopy and to recognise and identify lesions in various images, in order to later guide the appropriate treatment and follow-up. The course also includes simulated practice in colposcopy, biopsy, ECC, cryocoagulation, electrosurgery, and laser.
The Basic Colposcopy Course lays the fundamental foundations for the recognised and certified practice of colposcopy as a key examination in modern gynaecological practice. It serves as a fundamental introductory level, with successful completion being required for access to the Advanced Theoretical-Practical Colposcopy Course.
As colposcopy is an essential examination in modern gynaecological practice, consistent learning and periodic updates are key concerns that require targeted training offerings.
This course provides the foundational introduction to colposcopy, with theoretical sessions and simulated practice, enabling students to understand the principles of colposcopy and to recognise and identify lesions in various images, in order to later guide the appropriate treatment and follow-up. The course also includes simulated practice in colposcopy, biopsy, ECC, cryocoagulation, electrosurgery, and laser.
The Basic Colposcopy Course lays the fundamental foundations for the recognised and certified practice of colposcopy as a key examination in modern gynaecological practice. It serves as a fundamental introductory level, with successful completion being required for access to the Advanced Theoretical-Practical Colposcopy Course.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Residents and Specialists in Gynecology and Obstetrics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES >> KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TO DEVELOP
- Provide a Comprehensive Introduction to Colposcopy: the course aims to offer solid and consistent training for healthcare professionals, presenting the fundamental principles of colposcopy and its practical application in modern gynecology
- Develop Practical Skills in Identifying Lesions: the objective is to equip participants with the ability to recognize and identify different lesions and abnormalities in colposcopic images, preparing them to appropriately guide treatment and clinical follow-up
- Facilitate the Integration of Colposcopy into Clinical Practice: the course seeks to establish colposcopy as an essential tool in daily gynecological practice, reinforcing its importance for the diagnosis and treatment of cervical lesions
- Offer High-Quality Theoretical and Interactive Training: through theoretical and interactive sessions, the course aims not only to impart knowledge but also to actively engage participants, fostering a dynamic and effective learning environment
ADMISSION CRITERIA
The selection will be carried out through a curriculum analysis of the applications, with vacancies distributed as follows: 50% for residents (priority given to 4th, 5th, and 6th year residents) and 50% for specialists, both in Gynecology and Obstetrics.
In the case of applications with similar curricula, the submission date will be considered. Priority will be given to candidates who were not accepted in the previous edition due to an insufficient number of vacancies.
In the case of applications with similar curricula, the submission date will be considered. Priority will be given to candidates who were not accepted in the previous edition due to an insufficient number of vacancies.
