Surgery in Africa www.ptolemy.ca is a free, online educational initiative from the Office of International Surgery, University of Toronto, Canada and the College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA).

Since 2005, monthly reviews on surgical topics relevant to surgeons and trainees in low-income countries have been posted. The website features an international discussion group, a CME/CPD process accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, archives of previous reviews and a resource library. EBM principles are adhered to when available.

The reviews survey the world literature and apply it to the African context. We believe they are useful for teaching and clinical practice. African surgeons are encouraged to present their experience and write reviews.

Professor Pankaj Jani, Nairobi, Kenya
Dr. Brian Ostrow, Office of International Surgery, Canada
Co-editors