Basic Endovascular Skills (BES) is aimed at CT and early ST trainees who wish to start endovascular training in a simulated environment.

Basic Endovascular Skills (BES)

Build your confidence. Develop practical skills. Advance your career.

For many years, UKETS has been delivering high-quality endovascular simulation training to trainees.

Designed specifically for trainees with an interest in Cardiology, Interventional Radiology and Vascular Surgery (CT/ST1, CT/ST2 and ST3–ST5), BES is an immersive, hands-on course that provides the ideal introduction to safe endovascular practice.

At the heart of UKETS is our guiding principle:

Safe Access. Safe Navigation. Safe Closure.

Developed by expert consultants from cardiology, interventional radiology and vascular surgery, this course combines high-fidelity simulation with expert teaching to help you build practical skills and confidence in a supportive learning environment.

Why attend?

Intensive, hands-on training using high-fidelity simulation

Small group teaching with personalised instruction

Learn directly from expert consultant faculty

Gain practical experience in a safe, supportive environment

Pre-course learning materials to maximise your training

Strengthen your portfolio and demonstrate commitment to your chosen specialty

Improve confidence before undertaking supervised endovascular procedures

Whether you are preparing to begin endovascular training or looking to consolidate the fundamentals, this course provides an excellent foundation in the core principles of safe practice. With simulation becoming an increasingly important part of endovascular education, there has never been a better time to develop these essential skills.

We understand the pressures of limited study budgets and study leave. That's why we work hard to deliver exceptional educational value while keeping costs as affordable as possible.

Why choose UKETS?

UKETS is an NHS Innovation Award and BMJ Award-winning, internationally recognised organisation dedicated to advancing safe endovascular practice.

Our courses combine modern educational techniques with extensive hands-on simulation to maximise learning and confidence. Over many years, we have trained hundreds of doctors from across the UK and beyond, with consistently outstanding participant feedback reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality, practical education.

As part of the UKETS community, you'll also gain access to valuable educational resources, including:

Pre-course material

A comprehensive library of free procedural videos on YouTube

Ongoing educational content to support your continued development

Our courses regularly sell out, so early booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.

We look forward to welcoming you to the next BES course.

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Legals and Refund Policy. UKETS (UK Endovascular Trainees) is part of VIR ThinkTank Ltd (Company Number: 08426605). Full refund is possible if cancellation is more than 30 days before the advertised course date . No refund if cancellation is less than 30 days before course date - but if a replacement delegate is found a refund can be made). Non-attendance will forfeit the fee paid and no refund will be given, non-attendance will not entitle the registrant to be transferred to a future course. Photography and video recording may be used throughout the course. By registering, you acknowledge the possibility of being photographed or filmed and give UKETS/VIRThinkTank Ltd consent to use your image which may be used for marketing or promotional purposes. We reserve the right to cancel the course if necessary.

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