Learn The

Instrument Tie and Square Knot

We'd recommend that you start here! Learn how to do a basic instrument tie so that you can progress to more complex suture techniques.

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Learn The

Simple Interrupted Suture

A simple and versatile suture that is easy to learn! A basic suture most appropriate for wounds with well-approximated skin edges under no tension.

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Learn the

Simple Running Suture

The Simple Running Suture is useful for straight incisions with minimal tension. It is fast and simple to learn!

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Learn the

Vertical Mattress Suture

A slightly more advanced Suture using the Far-Far-Near-Near system. A Suture which reduces tension and provides significant closure support with eversion of the wound edges.

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Special Thanks to Dr Zenn

Dr Zenn graciously let us use his learning resources on our website to help enrich South African medical students and Doctors! Dr Zenn is a world renowned Plastic Surgeon with more than 30 years experience. To learn more about Dr Zenn click here