Surgery

Surgery is a medical intervention involving an incision with instruments performed to repair damage, arrest disease progression, or improve bodily function or appearance. Coursera's surgery catalogue teaches you about various surgical procedures, principles of surgical patient care, and the ethical conduct in surgical practice. You'll learn about preoperative and postoperative care, different surgical techniques and procedures, and the role of innovation and technology in surgery, such as robotic surgery and minimally invasive procedures. This knowledge will empower you to understand patient surgical journeys, contribute effectively in surgical teams, and appreciate the complexities of surgical interventions.