About Course Authors __________________________ DR. ANTON SCHEEPERS __________________________ Dr. Anton Scheepers is the founder and president of Apprentice Corporation, a company designing and promoting Apprentice Doctor® Simulation Practice Kits, Apprentice Doctor® Online Academy, and the Apprentice Doctor® Simulation Training Events. Dr. Anton is a Specialist Maxillofacial and Oral Surgeon with more than 45 years experience in the medical field. He has completed rotations in General Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery. Dr. Anton has had a colorful career which includes exploits such as treating leprosy patients in a large leprosarium, treating soldiers and civilians in a bush war in Africa, rendering medical services to prisoners – including death-row prisoners, and working with classified and dangerous psychiatric patients. He started a medical sciences section in the largest Science Center in Africa – the Sci-Bono Discovery Science Center – and was involved with medical research in collaboration with Dr. Sandy Marks Jr. from the University of Massachusetts. He is the head of the Premedical Sciences Department at the Solid Rock Community and Virtual Schools based in Tampa, Florida. Authored Books Include: - "For Future Doctors" Foundations - How to Suture Wounds - Venipuncture & Phlebotomy - Orthopedic Fracture Reduction - Surgical Aseptic Technique - Obstetrics Awards and Commendations Include: - P Grant Smith Gold medal for Maxillofacial Surgery - The College of Medicine Silver Medal in Maxillofacial Surgery - The Michael and Janie Miller Prize Final Year Surgery - Commendation for excellent service rendering by the Director of the Department of Health - Commendation for excellent service rendering by the director of Prison services ________________________ DR. FRANCOIS JACOBS ________________________ Professional Summary Dr Francois Jacobs is a medical doctor and entrepreneur with a special interest in Surgery and Simulation Medicine. He has been part of The Apprentice Doctor since 2023, contributing to the development of innovative surgical simulation programs and educational products for aspiring medical professionals. Driven by a passion for teaching, creativity, and innovation in medicine, Dr Jacobs combines his surgical background with an entrepreneurial mindset to improve the quality and accessibility of medical education globally. Education MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – University of Pretoria Graduated with Distinctions in: Surgery, Neurology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedic Surgery, Anaesthetics, Urology, Community Obstetrics, Family Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Psychiatry, and Diagnostic & Laboratory Medicine. Professional Experience - Director of Business Development for Apprentice Corporation® (2023 – Present) - Leading product innovation in surgical and clinical simulation kits. - Spearheaded expansion into the USA, Europe, and the Middle East. - Collaborated on global surgical workshops and educational programs. - Oversaw the development of internationally accredited training courses. Clinical Work (Various Institutions) - Assisted in surgical theatres across multiple disciplines including General Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as Trauma. - Involved in clinical education and practical workshops for medical students and junior doctors. - Continues to maintain a focus on procedural excellence and teaching through simulation-based training. Publications - Word Rounds – The Ultimate Medical Terminology Workbook (2024) - The Flipside of Studying Medicine (2020) Awards & Achievements - Graduated MBChB with Distinction in 11 disciplines. - Recognized for innovation in surgical simulation education. - Guest lecturer and motivational speaker at academic and medical events. Special Interests - Surgery - Simulation Medicine & Surgical Education - Entrepreneurship and Medical Innovation - Global Health Education