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Surgery
Shawn M. Purnell, Barbara L. Bass, Benjamin Benavides, Sylvia Martinez, Sara G. McNeil, Karen J. Dickinson
Summary: This study aimed to tailor a framework for intern training based on Kern's six-steps and provide methods to improve implementation. Problem identification and needs assessment were conducted to determine the deficiencies in knowledge and skills of interns. Educational strategies were developed, and evaluations showed improvement in knowledge and confidence after curriculum completion.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Vanita Ahuja, Jolanta Gorecka, Peter Yoo, Beth L. Emerson
Summary: The study developed and implemented a quality improvement curriculum for surgical residents, combining online and in-person teaching. Participation in the course significantly increased surgical trainees' quality improvement skills, including studying the process, making system changes, and comparing best practices.
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Education & Educational Research
Jane Rowat, Krista Johnson, Lisa Antes, Katherine White, Marcy Rosenbaum, Manish Suneja
Summary: A three-year longitudinal, experiential skills-based teaching curriculum successfully improved residents' confidence and self-assessed competence in their teaching skills. The curriculum was well received and valued by residents.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
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Surgery
Claire A. Wilson, Jacob Davidson, Saad Chahine, Ernest Pang Chan, Leandra Stringer, Mackenzie A. Quantz, Donald H. Saklofske, Peter (Zhan Tao) Wang
Summary: Studies have shown that learning surgical skills on low-fidelity models is as effective as learning on high-fidelity models. However, it is still unclear how low-fidelity simulation training affects skill retention and transfer in novice learners, especially for complex surgical tasks. This study examines the ability of complete novices to learn and transfer complex surgical skills from a low-fidelity model to a high-fidelity simulation after a delay.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
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Surgery
Aoife Feeley, Iain Feeley, Eibhlin Healy, Eoin Sheehan, Dermot J. Hehir
Summary: Teleproctoring is an effective tool in teaching basic suturing skills in medical students, with participants showing significant improvement regardless of the method of teaching delivery. Further research is needed to explore its use in more complex practical skills.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Nabil Hussein, Osami Honjo, David J. Barron, Christoph Haller, John G. Coles, Shi-Joon Yoo
Summary: This study found that incorporating the monthly Hands-On Surgical Training (HOST) program into congenital heart surgery (CHS) training improved trainees' technical skills and they were able to retain these skills even after a delay.
ANNALS OF THORACIC SURGERY
(2021)
Review
Education & Educational Research
Shye-Jao Wu, Ya-Fen Fan, Shen Sun, Chen-Yen Chien, Yih-Jer Wu
Summary: Online surgical education for medical students has become inevitable during the COVID-19 pandemic. While online courses may not fully replace traditional medical education, they can effectively provide instruction for basic surgical skills through virtual platforms.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Industrial
Eleonora Florian, Fabio Sgarbossa, Ilenia Zennaro
Summary: This paper introduces the role of Predictive Maintenance (PdM) and Machine Learning (ML) in maintenance strategies, emphasizing the need for cost-oriented analysis when implementing ML. The study provides a mathematical model and Decision Support System (DSS) to guide the implementation of PdM, with the application demonstrated in a real case study to illustrate its relevance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION ECONOMICS
(2021)
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Surgery
Michael T. Scott, Shahyan U. Rehman, Rachel E. NeMoyer, Nell Maloney Patel
Summary: This study aims to enhance feedback effectiveness between surgical residents and faculty by creating a feedback training curriculum. The results showed that after the feedback training, the percentage of residents who believed their faculty provided effective feedback increased. Although limited by sample size, improvements were likely seen in constructive feedback overall and quality feedback from senior residents.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2022)
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Surgery
Andres A. Abreu, Benjamin Rail, Emile Farah, Rodrigo E. Alterio, Daniel J. Scott, Ganesh Sankaranarayanan, Herbert J. Zeh, Patricio M. Polanco
Summary: This study aimed to determine if the baseline skills of residents on a virtual reality robotic simulator before intern year could predict their future performance in a proficiency-based curriculum. The results showed that residents with better economy of motion (EOM) may acquire robotic surgery skills faster.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Surgery
Andres A. Abreu, Benjamin Rail, Emile Farah, Rodrigo E. Alterio, Daniel J. Scott, Ganesh Sankaranarayanan, Herbert J. Zeh, Patricio M. Polanco
Summary: The purpose of this study was to determine if the baseline skills of residents on a virtual reality robotic simulator before intern year could predict their future performance in a proficiency-based curriculum. The study found that residents with better economy of motion may acquire robotic surgery skills faster.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Oncology
Joel J. Y. Soon, Darryl W. K. Juan, Whee S. Ong, Schin Bek, Patricia S. H. Neo, Ennaliza Salazar, Kun Da Zhuang, Yee Pin Tan, Chin Jin Seo, Johnny C. A. Ong, Claramae S. Chia, Jolene S. M. Wong
Summary: This study evaluated the association between the implementation of a multi-disciplinary palliative surgical intervention team and the quality of discussions on goals of care among palliative surgical oncology patients. The results showed that the implementation of the team was associated with significant improvements in the quality of discussions on treatment goals.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
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Surgery
Brittany E. Levy, Wesley S. Wilt, Jennifer T. Castle, Erin McAtee, Samuel C. Walling, Daniel L. Davenport, Avinash Bhakta, Jitesh A. Patel
Summary: Although surgical site infections associated with colectomy are tracked, untracked codes related to proctectomy are not. Determining the impact and predictors of surgical site infections is critical in quality improvement initiatives.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
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Education & Educational Research
Michelle A. Hill, Tina Overton, Russell R. A. Kitson, Christopher D. Thompson, Rowan H. Brookes, Paolo Coppo, Lynne Bayley
Summary: This study explores the importance of skill development for undergraduate students and examines the use of badges to enhance students' recognition of skill development opportunities. The badges not only increase students' understanding of the purpose of learning tasks but also provide practical examples for job applications. Additionally, the badges encourage communication between staff and students, leading to a re-evaluation of teaching approaches.
ACTIVE LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
(2022)
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Education & Educational Research
Tanner Chahley, Ada W. Lam, Samantha Halman, Kathryn Watson, Irene W. Y. Ma
Summary: The study found that Canadian internal medicine residents have high demand for point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) skills, with a perceived high applicability but low actual skills in POCUS. The 2019 residents reported higher skills in assessing pulmonary B lines compared to the 2016 cohort.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
