Suture Course
Master the art of suturing in just 7 days with our Suturing Course, a hands-on, practical online course created by plastic surgeon and educator Dr. David Naysmith. Whether you're just starting out or brushing up on technique, this 7-day program guides you step-by-step through the essential techniques of knot tying, instrument handling, wound closure, and complex sutures.
Each day builds on the last, reinforcing your skills and boosting your confidence through video demonstrations, expert tips, and daily challenges. From simple interrupted sutures to vertical mattresses, deep wound closure, and suture removal, you’ll finish the course feeling confident, competent, and ready to suture in real clinical scenarios.
The course pairs perfectly with our Patented Suture Practice Kit, offering a complete system for skill-building at home on your schedule. The kit is sold separately.
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for medical, nursing, and PA students, residents, family physicians, veterinarians, and anyone looking to learn or refresh their suturing skills. It’s also a great resource for educators or student leaders seeking a structured, practical approach to teaching suturing. No matter your background or level of experience, Suturing in 7 offers a practical, confidence-building path to suturing competence.
Suture in 7 Course Breakdown
Day 1
Surgical Knots & Two-Handed Tying
Day 1 introduces the fundamentals of surgical knot tying, beginning with two-handed ties as a technical exercise. You’ll also get an overview of what to expect from the course and a look at our custom-designed suture practice kit.
Day 2
One-Handed Tying & Suture Materials
We will build on the previous day's skills by introducing one-handed tying. You'll also dive into your kit, understanding needles, suture materials, packaging, and instruments—foundational knowledge for the hands-on practice ahead.
Day 3
Instrument Handling & Instrument Tying
We will focus on proper instrument handling and the technique of instrument tying. You’ll also learn principles of tissue handling and essential tips, such as working with short suture ends and how to correctly grasp a needle.
Day 4
Simple Interrupted Sutures
Day 4 brings it all together as you begin practicing your first suture: the simple interrupted suture. You’ll also learn key concepts like wound closure principles, proper stitch spacing, halving the wound, and how to lock your stitch effectively.
Day 5
Advanced Sutures
We will introduce more advanced techniques, including vertical and horizontal mattress sutures, half-buried horizontal mattress, and the three-point suture. You’ll also get practical tips for managing tricky situations like bent or broken needles.
Day 6
Deep Sutures & Subcuticular
Day 6 takes you deeper—literally—with a focus on deep sutures and how to bury a knot. You'll also learn continuous and locked running sutures, including the subcuticular technique. Additional tips help refine your approach, from using finger rests to maintaining ideal posture and distance.
Day 7
Suture Removal & Emergencies
We wrap up with a focus on suture removal and managing real-life scenarios like tying in drains or catheters. You’ll also learn how to handle complications with techniques for placing key sutures, addressing dog ears, and managing standing cones.