Welcome to the new University of Zimbabwe International Centre for Surgical Simulation
UZICSS
The University of Zimbabwe International Centre for Surgical Simulation, (UZICSS) offers technology enhanced learning for acquiring surgical skills by simulation through a unique academic partnership between University of Zimbabwe International Centre for Surgical Simulation, London Surgical Simulation Academy of Society Of Surgical Simulation and Karl Storz, Endoskope, Germany
The academy is dedicated to promoting patient safety through multi-specialty surgical education and research.
Course Directors
Professor Godfrey Muguti
Professorial Chair in the Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Zimbabwe

Professor Bijendra Patel
Professor of Surgery & Director of Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgical Skills at Queen Mary University of London, UK
New Laparoscopy Courses
6th Surgical Symposium 23rd May 2026
Principles of Laparoscopic Surgery (PLS) 20th & 21st May 2026 - Fee $300
Advanced Laparoscopy Course (ALC) 20th & 21st May 2026 - Fee $500
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Certificate in Laparoscopic Surgery (CLS) - Fee $1500
Laparoscopic Surgery For Nurses 20th & 21st May 2026
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Academic Partners
Faculty
Dr Paul Barach
Paul is double-boarded anesthesiologist & critical care physician at Thomas Jefferson University, USA
Dr Cara A. Liebert
Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery
Stanford University School of Medicine

















