Precision in Practice: IV Cannulation Workshop Equips Students with Life-Saving Skills

Students bent over practice arms, needles poised with both caution and determination, as Rehman Medical College hosted its “Precision in Practice: IV Cannulation Workshop.”

The session, organised by IFMSA RMI-LC in collaboration with Rehman College of Nursing, aimed to turn classroom knowledge into clinical confidence, giving participants a chance to refine one of the most fundamental skills in patient care.

The workshop was led by Dr Aliya Bibi, Associate Professor and In-Charge of the Clinical Skills Center, alongside Major (R) Shakra Hameed, Senior Manager Nursing RMI, and Gauhar Rehman, alumnus of RCN. Together, they guided students through the theory and technique of IV cannulation before supervising a hands-on session. Students practised on simulation arms under expert instruction, experiencing what many described as their first encounter with the precision required in real clinical settings.

Dr Aurangzeb (PhD), Principal RCN, attended as guest of honour. His presence, organisers said, highlighted the institution’s commitment to promoting skill-based learning as an integral part of healthcare education. He praised the initiative, emphasising that training in technical competence and patient safety must go hand in hand.

The workshop focused not only on technique but also on the confidence needed to perform critical interventions in time-sensitive situations. “IV cannulation may seem routine, but in emergencies, it can mean the difference between life and death,” one facilitator noted.

The session underlined a broader mission: preparing future doctors and nurses for the demands of modern healthcare by combining theory with practice. Organisers described the enthusiasm of participants as a sign of growing awareness among students about the importance of experiential learning.