Wits Students Surgical Society

Today, as we commemorate Youth Day, we honour the courage and sacrifice of the young people who stood up for justice and equality on 16 June 1976.

Youth Day is more than a public holiday - it is reminder of the power of young voices to shape the future of our nation. The freedoms and opportunities we enjoy today were built on the determination of those who came before us, many of whom paid the ultimate price in the pursuit of a better South Africa.

The Wits Students’ Surgical Society urges all students and healthcare professionals to remember the purpose of this day: to reflect on our history and to honour those who fought for educational equity and human dignity.

As future healthcare leaders, may we continue to embody the spirit of service, advocacy and excellence that Youth Day represents ❤️

SURGSOC UNWRAPPED (Mid-Year edition) – Part 3 🕺🏓

Last but certainly not least: our Events Portfolio - because being a doctor is all about balance 🙂‍↕️

We introduced something new this year with our Padel Tournament, where teams competed for exciting prizes including platinum padel memberships and their own rackets. In collaboration with , the event helped raise awareness while building community, connection, and plenty of smiles along the way.

Then came the return of the legendary “Crawl” - bigger and better than ever! With our VIP party bus and a brand-new finale at Greenhouse 🕺, all you really needed to remember about this night were the incredible vibes and great company 😉

Most recently, we hosted our first SubCom Family Week, kicking off with a meet-and-greet between Committee and SubCom members, and ending with a padel event in collaboration with our friends at . We’re so excited to welcome our SubCom family and watch SurgSoc continue to grow! 🎉

And that’s a wrap! Thank you to everyone who joined us this year - whether at pop-ups, outreach, workshops, or events. We can’t wait to bring you even more for the rest of the year 🥳🥳

SURGSOC UNWRAPPED (Mid-Year edition) - Part 2 🪡

Next up: our Skills Workshops, designed to prepare you for stepping into the surgical world!

We started with our Basic Suturing Workshops, where we saw you sll grow in both confidence and technical skill while mastering simple interrupted sutures. From there, we progressed to our more specialised workshops, where attendees have taken on more complex procedures - from suturing vessels to working on bowel models like future surgical stars in the making. 🕺

These sessions were led by both our committee members and specialist doctors, creating valuable hands-on learning experiences for everyone involved.

We know you’re keen for more - so don’t miss our Laparoscopic Workshop this Friday! Sign-up links are in our bio 🔗🤩

SURGSOC UNWRAPPED (Mid-Year edition)– Part 2 🪡

Next up: our Skills Workshops, designed to prepare you for stepping into the surgical world!

We started with our Basic Suturing Workshops, where we saw you all grow in both confidence and technical skill while mastering simple discontinuous sutures. From there, we progressed to our more specialised workshops, where attendees have taken on more complex procedures - from suturing vessels to working on bowel models like future surgical stars in the making 🤩

These sessions were led by both our committee members and specialist doctors, creating valuable hands-on learning experiences for everyone involved.

We know you’re keen for more - so don’t miss our Laparoscopic Workshop this Friday! Sign-up links are in our bio 🔗

SURGSOC UNWRAPPED (Mid-Year edition) - Part 1 📸

Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to and how the year is shaping up! 🩺🥼

We kicked off with PR and hosted our very first SurgSoc Family Day, where new and returning members came together over games and drinks. The energy was incredible, setting the tone for an exciting year ahead.!
We also ran our Valentine’s and Easter Pop-Ups, packed with games, sweet treats, and a community handprint canvas🎨🍬 ! These were later donated to Nelson Mandela’s Children’s Home during our Easter Egg Handout - a special moment that combined creativity, community, and giving back.

Stay tuned for more Family Days and Pop-Ups coming later this year 😆

WITS SURGSOC’S SPECIALISED
LAPAROSCOPY WORKSHOP 🩺🩻🪡

Train on real laparoscopic machines - the same ones used in operating theatres across SA!

Experience a hands-on surgical simulation at our exclusive Laparoscopy Workshop — an essential intro to minimally invasive surgery, led by Dr Prodehl

Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses small incisions and a camera to perform procedures like gallbladder removals, appendectomies, and gynaecological operations - helping patients heal faster and with less pain.

*Date:* Friday, 5th of June
*Session 1:* 12:30 - 14:30
*Session 2:* 14:45 - 16:45
* Venue: Wits Medical Campus, 9th Floor Advanced Skills Lab
* Cost: R100 — tickets available on our website
- Limited spots - no ticket, no entry!
Book now: www.witssurgsoc.org

SPECIALISED BOWEL ANASTOMOSIS WORKSHOP🪡🌟

Ready to sharpen your surgical skills even further? Join us for our hands-on Bowel Anastomosis Workshop with Dr Mpai

A bowel anastomosis is the surgical connection of two sections of the intestine after a diseased or damaged segment has been removed. It is an essential skill used in surgeries for conditions such as bowel cancer, trauma, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Workshop Details

📅Date: Friday, 15 May 2026
⏰Time: 12:00 – 14:00
(if you would like a refresher on surgical hand-tying, please arrive 15 minutes earlier)
📍Venue: Wits Medical Campus, 9th Floor, Advanced Skills Lab

🎟 Cost: R100
Tickets available exclusively on our website.

⚠️ Limited spots available - no ticket, no entry!
Participants also stand a chance to win a scrub voucher.

Don’t miss this opportunity to practise and refine a core surgical technique.

Tickets live now: witssurgsoc.org

Happy Pub Crawl Season to all those who celebrate 🍻🩺

Scrub up, suit up and send it - we're officially one week out!

We're kicking things off at Zoo Lake Bowls Club, making our way through Parkhurst at Jolly Cool and Jolly Roger, before ending the night at our newest stop, Greenhouse Bar 🤩🕺

🚨 Bring your liver, chaotic energy and enough electrolytes to survive the aftermath

⚠️ IMPORTANT: if you haven't already joined the WhatsApp group where we will be sending all updates and event info, please check your email (or spam folder 👀) for the link

See you on the battlefield 🙂‍↕️