“I feel overwhelmed by the whole process, but meeting Dan has helped me to put a face on ACESA and let me relax a little, knowing someone really is there if I have questions or problems. I learn by seeing. Having the teaching aides has been great for me. Getting to share experiences with others in the program is very helpful. Even though I am just beginning the program, meeting Dan and hearing his philosophies and stories make me think I can do this. The program was obviously designed to give me success – now it’s what I do with it. “

 

Dixie Huenink, ST

Good Samaritan Hospital, Kearney, NE

“I recommend this program to anyone who wants to advance themselves, make themselves more marketable, and gain more knowledge from an assistants point of view.”

 

Gregory Hatcher, ST

Pennisula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, MD

“The class was a lot more in depth than I thought it would be. It was great! I was pleased with the simulators being able to practice what we learned. I have learned more in one day about AAA’s than in 3½ years of OR experience. We do not have a vascular surgeon in our area, but in an emergent case our general surgeon has performed this case. It has been a very informative experience. Mr. Bump is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable, and great sense of humor. I was quite surprised to have him here to instruct. “

 

Rebecca Straw, ST

Star Valley Medical Center, Afton, WY

“Very well structured and detailed. Organized with a great amount of information in a short amount of time. I benefited from the suturing and tying techniques and using the instruments in the proper way while doing surgery. I feel now I can assist without questioning my technique. I feel this course has made me a great asset to my future surgical team. I also see my improvement and difference from the past to the present. Not only surgical technique but also anatomy that pertains to the case was illustrated in full detail. Loved it! “

 

Larry Santiago, RN

Parkview Community Hospital, Riverside, CA

“Very informative. The demonstrations and return demonstrations with one-on-one coaching was a great way to learn. Dan was very patient with students learning new skills. Playing the role of a surgeon in the simulated surgeries was the most educational experience I’ve had in my surgical career. I feel confident now in closing wounds on real patients. I plan on going back home and impressing the surgeons I work with. This week felt like an accelerated program with many skills and much information crammed into a short amount of time. At first I was feeling overwhelmed. Now I wish we could go another week! “

 

Scott E. Griffith, ST

Star Valley Medical Center, Afton, WY

“Very good class. I was happy with the hands-on training ranging from basic knot tying to bowel anastomosis, to microvascular, to laparoscopy. I recommend this program to all techs and nurses. Even if you don’t become an assistant, it gives you knowledge or anatomy to what a surgeon goes through to do their job. “

 

Todd Nieskes, CST

Yavapa Regional Medical Center, Prescott, AZ

“The six day training course was very motivating. It empowered and polished my confidence and skill as a future surgical assistant. “

 

Rebecca M. Rabish, CST

Jewish Hospital, Louisville, KY

“If you are interested in advancing your career inside the surgical setting, then this is the course for you. You work at your own pace, and help is just a phone call away. This course has given me the motivation to succeed and further my medical career. Dan is a terrific instructor who is well rounded. Thank you very much for this opportunity. The six day seminar was a boost to my confidence in the OR. “

 

Javier Ruiz, CST

South Lake Hospital, Clermont, FL

“Mr. Bump was great in the lab. He exhibited a great concern when a student became frustrated. His calm manner and ‘one-on-one’ technique saw us through. ACESA made this a most favorable experience. The labs were ideal learning models and the instructor was very attentive. My trepidations were relieved.”

 

Gail-Disharoon-Gray, LPN

Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, MD

“This was a great way to learn what we need to know! It’s a great feeling to be able to have those techniques to go home and show my physicians. Thank you also very much for the warm and easy learning environment. It does make a huge difference. “

 

Kellie Bobadilla, ST

Grandview Surgical , Sun City West, AZ

“Excellent program. I cannot wait to put the skills I learned into use. “

 

Bradley Dauzat, LPN

Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria, LA

“The lab was unbelievable. All SA’s must attend. Dan Bump is the best! “

 

Francis A. Perez, ST

Washington Hospital, Washington, DC

“I had a great time. I have learned so much. Thanks for your time and knowledge. “

 

Jayson E. Stevens, ST

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Rockville, MD

“I really like the way you teach anatomy. It was really constructive and helped a lot. It was a great lab with all the equipment you brought us. Thank you very much for your effort in helping us understand these procedures. Thank you for your patience. “

 

Adriana M. Torres, ST

RLM Services, Washington, DC

“You have made this a very enjoyable learning experience. Thank you for all of your calm help. It’s a great learning environment. “

 

Sheila Rhinehart, CST

Sebastian River Medical Center, Sebastian, FL

“This has been a great week working and learning from Dan. I enjoyed all the knowledge you shared with me. I had plenty of SA skills when I started this lab, but now I feel that I have so much more. I look forward to putting these refined skills you have taught me to practice. I think that you are a great teacher. Thanks a lot. “

 

Rose Robinson, CST

Prince Georges Hospital Center, Chererly, MD

“After the first day I was looking forward to coming back. Dan Bump made this experience a very enjoyable one! I was really amazed with his creativity, knowledge and personality. He kept us interested. “

 

Arkina Taylor, ST

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Rockville, MD

“This class was extremely helpful. I have learned a lot and feel confident about suturing and tying. “

 

Deborah Rentzell, CST

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Rockville, MD

“I appreciate the discussion of the anatomy and the excellent demonstration of the surgical procedure Dan preformed. I also appreciate Dan’s patience and interest. He does an outstanding job. I am amazed at how much is involved in surgical assisting that I didn’t even realize. I would highly recommend this program, especially the skills lab to anyone. It has taught and helped me improve my skills tremendously. Thank you so much! “

 

Sheila McNeely, CST

St. Mary's Medical Center of Campbell County, LaFollette, TN

“I enjoyed myself this past week. Dan was a good teacher to me. The sutures I learned were great. I can take the knowledge that I know from Dan and pass it on at work. Thank you for coming out and letting me into your program. “

 

Kevin Harper, ORT

Southern Maryland Hospital, Clinton, MD

“This lab is very helpful. I appreciate the fact that Dan is so patient with his instructions. He is not willing to let me fail. He has a way of correcting me and not making me feel stupid. He always finds something positive about what I am doing. He made the class a lot of fun. I would like to be able to work with him some day. The week was very special for me. “

 

Carol Elliot, CST

Carson City Hospital, Carson City, MI

“The one-on-one teaching is the most helpful in refining your skills and remembering. It really helped me improve on some of the skills I already had and taught me a lot of new skills. I will feel more comfortable in the assistant position with a lot of confidence. Thanks for everything. “

 

Bill Faught, ST

Chippenham Medical Center, Richmond, VA

“Had a good time, learned a lot. It was a pleasure to learn from you and to gain some of your knowledge. I can tell you have worked hard to get where you are today. It was a truly good learning experience. Thanks for all your help! “

 

Daniel Harris, ST

Harris Regional Hospital, Sylvia, NC

“I have used tying techniques that I didn’t feel comfortable with in the past. After the hands-on training with Dan, I feel more comfortable and confident with these techniques. Each day builds upon the last with the techniques taught. I feel more confident to use the techniques that I have been taught. Excellent program, very informative.“

 

Rob Chaplin, CST

Morris Hospital, Morris, IL

“I have learned to appreciate the skills an assistant must have to make vascular surgery run so smoothly and make it better healing for the patient. I came to this class not really knowing what to expect. I’ve been put in assisting roles before with out really understanding techniques. Now I understand the logic and reason for each move. The skill labs have been outstanding. This course is one of the best I’ve ever had. Dan was more than happy to show me correct techniques with no waste of time and energy. The skill lab was very enjoyable and the atmosphere made it so you would want to learn more.“

 

Arnold Crawford, CST

Faith Regional Health Services, Norfolk, NC

“I learned a lot. Dan did a great job of explaining anatomy, was very helpful with questions, willing to help out. I had fun! What I learned this week is something that I will always use and remember.“

 

Rachel Gilliland, ST

Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Des Moines, IA

“The instructor is very knowledgeable in all areas. Excellent instruction. He’s very patient and he knows how to teach so we can remember procedure. Excellent anatomy class. You’ve taught me skills that I can use to make my job and the surgeons job easier. I would strongly recommend this class to anyone who scrubs and first assists in surgery. The techniques Dan teaches are very effective and efficient for assistants in surgery. He gives you basic skills that make your assisting smoother. I feel more confident with my assisting skills and am more qualified to assist in surgery. The techniques Dan taught will improve my skills immensely. Thanks Dan!“

 

Helen Pietrykowski, LPN

Kings Daughters Hospital, Madison, IN

“The overall class was great. I learned a lot. The knowledge I will bring back will be greatly appreciated by me, staff members, and surgeons. I would recommend this program to anyone. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to attend.“

 

Nicole Cotrell, ORT

OSF St. Anthony’s Hospital, Rockford, IL

“Dan, the week was a blast. Your instruction was fun, informative, and relevant. I can be effective as a first assistant and refer others to your excellent program. Keep up the good work.“

 

Henry Molloy, ST

Chowan Hospital, Edenton, NC

“Dan does a great job at teaching. He has helped me out on some things I had been struggling with. I was having a problem with my buried knot suture. He helped me overcome this. I really enjoyed the overall experience. Anatomy and all presentation was a good learning experience. He took his time with all students and would answer all questions. He is very knowledgeable. I am glad I was able to attend the skills lab at my hospital. I would recommend this program to anyone.“

 

Dawn Ingram, CST

Morris Hospital, Morris, IL

“You do a nice job with teaching. The experience with the loops and magnifier was excellent. Not only did you get a feel for what the surgeon goes through but also how the assist can help. I appreciate the one-on- one time to assist with better technique and making sure that we are doing it correctly. It was very informative and definitely increased my knowledge of surgical assisting. I recommend this program to my peers.“

 

Carleen Post, CST

St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, IL

“I have learned so many skills this week and I am eager to put them into practice. Dan has the patience of Job and a great sense of humor. He made us feel at ease while practicing our newly learned skills. I would recommend this course to anyone seeking a first assistant position.“

 

Beth Finicle, LPN/ORT

Sahara Surgery Center, Las Vegas, NV

“I appreciate how easy Dan is to understand and also a great refresher course for anatomy. Dan is definitely a big help with surgical anatomy and is good in keeping my interest in class. He’s a great source of information. Thanks so much for giving me insight to something I have wondered about for years of scrubbing. It was a very good experience.”

 

Timothy Seal, CST

Innovative Placements, Rapid City Regional Hospital, Rapid City, SD

“The techniques taught are clearly demonstrated so that they can be mastered in a short period. They are reinforced by application each day. Dan is a masterful instructor.“

 

Ross McDonald, ST

 

The Ambulatory Surgical Center at Flagstaff Medical Center, Flagstaff, AZ

 

“The first two days have been the most fun filled. Learning to tie is so much fun, but confusing at first. Dan has been very helpful. He watches us as we learn each new thing and is quick to help us as needed. I can’t wait to start the surgical labs! I have learned a lot of what it takes to assist. The anatomy presentations were excellent as was the multi media. I would recommend this class to anyone desiring to become a first assistant!“

 

Kathy Kidwell, LPN/ST

The Kings Daughters Hospital, Madison, IN

“I feel that this course was comfortable in learning to assist. There was no pressure. Dan just made me feel like I had nothing to worry about. I started this course not knowing much and left with ideas and techniques that I could use comfortably with my surgeon. Thank you very much for the time and dedication.“

 

Andy Siordia, ST

Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, IL

“Thanks so much for this beneficial and informative program. I am truly looking forward to experiencing a whole new feeling in the OR – being a CONFIDENT and much more KNOWLEDGEABLE SA. I wish I would have signed up for the program years ago.“

 

Sean Stec, ST

St. Lukes Hospital, Maumee, OH

“I found this course very informative, a great resource for networking, and very enjoyable. I highly recommend this class. I had a great time. Thanks!“

 

Violet Holman, CST

Columbia Memorial Hospital, Astoria, OR

“I really enjoyed the surgical demonstration and the role playing. Dan did an excellent job in demonstrating surgical skill and taking the extra one-on-one skill to individuals. Thanks Dan.“

 

Jay P. Cook, RN

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL

“I would most definitely recommend this program. It is informative and gives you a lot of skill to use in the OR. This program should be a part of a Surgical Technologist class to make you more proficient as a scrub tech. The lab was very exciting! I learned more than I imagined. I cannot wait to put everything into practice.“

 

Joyce Zoladz, CST

Harrison Community Hospital, Cadiz, OH

“I have really enjoyed working with you. My overall experience with this class was a great experience. I have learned a lot during the 6 day course. Mr. Dan Bump was really patient and encouraging to us. I feel like I can go to surgery and do what ever case I can.“

 

Ella Hardison, ORT

Delta Regional Medical Center, Greenville, MS

“The tying lab was a good lab to have to block out all those bad habits that are obtained through all the years. Overall the program was productive for me. I was able to practice many different techniques throughout the week.“

 

Justin Steullet, CST/SA

Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA

“Dan you are very relaxed and easy going which puts me at ease. You are encouraging even when I am not sure, quick to praise which builds confidence. I think the class is interesting and fun, time goes by so fast. I am thankful for the chance to better myself as a scrub and learn new skills to become a great assistant. A lot of fun, hands on learning. I would recommend this class. I have learned a lot and had a lot of fun doing it. I love your constructive criticism. You are very encouraging and constant. I have a new appreciation for the role of a surgeon. I know this course has made me a better surgical assistant. I really enjoyed the experience.“

 

Ronda Gray, Surgical Scrub

Kings Daughters Hospital, Madison, IN

“ACESA is an excellent company! Well organized & knowledgeable. My admission process was smooth and easy. Everything, pricing and all details were presented up front. All of the staff, when you call ACESA, are very friendly & helpful!

 

The most important benefit for me would be gaining the confidence that I can do this! The skills that I was taught during the skill lab & Dan’s encouragement gave me this confidence! ACESA came highly recommended to me from a co-worker who already went through the program & I can definitely see why! The online education portion of the program keeps you organized and is very user friendly. It also allows me to continue to work and spend time with my family. The surgical skill lab was exceptional!”

 

Rebecca Milliron, LPN

“I was very amazed at the one-on-one coaching at the Surgical Skill Lab. At the college classes I took for Surgical Tech we did not receive that. So I felt the one-on-one coaching made the skills stand out to me more. I felt that working with the simulators was a great way to see how assisting the surgeon was compared to being the surgeon yourself.

 

I would definitely recommend this program to any of my friends. I went into the surgical skill lab with no knowledge of how to tie, suture, hold instruments the proper way and came out knowing a whole lot more than even that. It was a great experience.”

 

Erica Hamilka, ST

Belmont Community Hospital, Bellaire, OH

“ACESA provides a service that goes so far beyond what one would expect from a school. I can’t say enough about these guys. All of the teaching aids were helpful. The program was well thought out and planned. The curriculum was designed to quickly give us an advanced understanding of assisting.

 

During our hysterectomy procedure we all struggled. It was like pulling teeth. Yet through it all, Dan was there correcting us, providing encouragement, and calmly giving instruction in terms easily understood.

 

I was at the top of the field in being a surgical tech and was reluctant to transition into a role that I would struggle in at first. The instruction Dan gave at the skills lab dissipated that fear and now I can’t wait to show the docs what I can do. Thanks Dan!!”

 

Alexis Caparas, ST

The Queen’s Medical Center, Honolulu, HI

“Dan’s knowledge is very extensive and very helpful. I have to say I really learned a lot! I can’t believe the week is over already! The one-on-one teaching was the best training tool for me. Dan is so educated and is a good educator! Keep up the good work!“

 

Jennifer Graham, ST

Alleghany Regional Hospital, Low Moore, VA

“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here during the 6 day workshop. I feel I am leaving with so many newfound skills that will help me tremendously on embarking on my surgical assisting career! I feel much more confident that I will be appreciated while assisting my surgeons. Dan is a wonderful public speaker and an excellent teacher. He really cares about each student by helping them 1-on-1. Thank you Dan for everything.“

 

Anne Stevens, CST

Samaritan Surgicenter, Phoenix, AZ

“I would like to thank you for sharing your expertise with us. You are a great instructor and easy to follow. The step-by-step process. I would definitely recommend this class to future SAs. Keep up the good work. Thank you very much!!“

 

Jolene Heckenlaible, CST

Lewis & Clark Specialty Hospital, Yankton, SD

“I learned so much in this 6 day workshop. It was great. I feel very confident in going back to work and applying my newly learn surgical skills.“

 

Trisha Proud, ST

Phoenix Surgicenter, Phoenix, AZ