Gomal University

Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology

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Introduction

Surgical technology is a vital aspect of modern healthcare, playing a crucial role in the operating room (OR) during surgical procedures.

  • Surgical technologists, often referred to as “scrubs” are skilled professionals who encompasses the practice of surgical procedures in operating rooms, where surgical technologists assist surgeons by preparing instruments, equipment, and the sterile environment.
  • The aim of the surgical technology field is to support and enhance the surgical process by providing skilled assistance and maintaining a sterile and organized environment in the operating room.
  • They play a pivotal role in ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile fields, passing instruments, and managing surgical equipment.
  • Their contribution ensures efficient and safe surgical experiences, spanning from pre-operative preparations to post-operative care.
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Entery Requirements
  • HSSC in Pre-Medical or equivalent education, which is typically 12 years of schooling
  • Applicants are required to meet a minimum 50% percentage.
1st Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-411 MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY-I 3+1
BSST-412 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY-I 3+1
BSST-413 HUMAN ANATOMY-I 3+1
BSST-414 ENGLISH-I 2+0
BSST-415 PAK STUDIES 2+0
BSST-416 COMPUTER SKILLS 1+1
2nd Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-421 MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY-II 3+1
BSST-422 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY-II 3+1
BSST-423 HUMAN ANATOMY-II 3+1
BSST-424 ENGLISH-II 2+0
BSST-425 ISLAMIC STUDIES 2+0
3rd Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-431 GENERAL PATHOLOGY 2+1
BSST-432 BASIC PHARMACOLOGY 2+1
BSST-433 HUMAN ANATOMY III 2+1
BSST-434 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY & BIOSAFETY 2+1
BSST-435 FUNDAMENTAL OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY 2+1
BSST-436 SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS /EQUIPMENTS 2+1
4th Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-441 SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY 2+1
BSST-442 APPLIED PHARMACOLOGY 2+1
BSST-443 SURGICAL SETUP AND POSITIONING 2+1
BSST-444 BEHAVIOR SCIENCE 2+1
BSST-445 DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING 2+1
BSST-446 STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION 2+1
5th Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST- 471 CLINICAL OPERATIVE UROLOGY SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 472 CLINICAL OPERATIVE PEDIATRIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 473   ENDOSCOPIC & ROBOTIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 474 SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-II 2+1
BSST- 475 FUNDAMENTAL OF INFECTION CONTROL 1+1
BSST- 476 BIO MATERIALS + SURGICAL IMPLANTS 2+1
6th Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-461 1.     CLINICAL OPERATIVE GYNECOLOGY & OBSTETRICS 2+1
BSST-462 2.     CLINICAL OPERATIVE THORACIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST-463 3.     ENT SURGERY 2+1
BSST-464 4.     SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-I 2+1
BSST-465 5.     BIOSTATISTICS 2+1
BSST-466 6.     RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 1+1
7th Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST- 471     CLINICAL OPERATIVE UROLOGY SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 472     CLINICAL OPERATIVE PEDIATRIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 473     ENDOSCOPIC & ROBOTIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST- 474     SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-II 2+1
BSST- 475      FUNDAMENTAL OF INFECTION CONTROL 1+1
BSST- 476      BIO MATERIALS + SURGICAL IMPLANTS 2+1
8th Semester
Code Course Credit Hours
BSST-481 CLINICAL OPERATIVE ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY 2+1
BSST-482 CLINICAL OPERATIVE NEURO SURGERY 2+1
BSST-483 RESEARCH PROJECT/SEMINAR 6
BSST-484 BIOETHICS 2+0
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