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Surgery
Mia S. Turbati, Matthew Goldblatt, Jon C. Gould, Rana M. Higgins
Summary: This study validates the SimNow resident robotic basic simulation curriculum and provides insights into the learner's experience. Results show that performance metrics are significantly different between novices and competent/expert surgeons, but not between competent and expert surgeons. Clinical training level does not affect the experience and mental workload, except for the ability of competent and expert surgeons to better assess clinical application.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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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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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)
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Surgery
Pia Iben Pietersen, Flemming Bjerrum, Martin Gronnebaek Tolsgaard, Lars Konge, Steven Arild Wuyts Andersen
Summary: This systematic review examined the use of standard-setting methods in simulation-based training of surgical procedures. Most studies considered and described how standard settings were established, but there were significant differences in study design, setup, and expert level classification. Surgical education is shifting towards competency-based education, with simulation-based training being increasingly used for skill acquisition and assessment.
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Critical Care Medicine
Emily Jean Onufer, Erin Andrade, Katharine E. Caldwell, Darren Cullinan, Kelly Vallar, Isaiah R. Turnbull, Douglas Schuerer, Paul E. Wise, Mary E. Klingensmith, L. J. Punch
Summary: The study found that junior residents prefer more hands-on guidance, while senior residents prefer only verbal correction. Team leaders with varied resident years achieved the highest scores. The match between desired and provided resident autonomy, as well as team cohesion, are crucial for team success in stressful operative situations.
JOURNAL OF TRAUMA AND ACUTE CARE SURGERY
(2021)
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Surgery
Vanessa N. VanDruff, B. Fernando Santos, Kristine Kuchta, Robin Cotter, Jenaya Goldwag, Ming Cai, Xavier Fowler, Casey R. Lamb, Abigail J. Uyrga, Michael Cutshall, Brian R. Davis, Roxann A. Lerma, Edward D. Auyang, Wendy Li, Eugene P. Ceppa, Edward Jones, Danielle Abbitt, Julia R. Amundson, Stephanie Joseph, H. Mason Hedberg, Michael McCormack, Michael B. Ujiki
Summary: Background LCBDE is a safe and effective alternative to ERCP plus LC, reducing the number of procedures and length of stay. Simulator-based training in LCBDE leads to increased utilization rates, shorter LOS, and comparable safety to ERCP plus cholecystectomy.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dani Zoorob, Recia Frenn, Melissa Moffitt, Adam Kansagor, Stephanie Cross, Francisco Aguirre, Mitchell I. Edelson, Bronwyn Kenny, Erika Banks
Summary: The study aimed to develop a vaginal hysterectomy model with surgically pertinent anatomic landmarks and assess its validity for simulation training. Performance was evaluated using objective rating scales, showing that the model had high construct validity and relevance for simulation.
JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
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Surgery
Guangsheng Li, Hanlei Li, Jiangbo Pu, Feng Wan, Yong Hu
Summary: The study aimed to assess alpha oscillation during laparoscopic skills training and evaluate the effectiveness of neurofeedback (NF) in enhancing learning efficacy. Results showed that subjects with good performance had higher alpha power and coherence, and NF training significantly improved learning efficacy in the fair performance group by enhancing alpha activities.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2021)
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Surgery
Brendan P. Lovasik, Katherine T. Fay, Ankit Patel, Jamil Stetler, Dominic Papandria, Matthew T. Santore, S. Scott Davis, Edward Lin, Jahnavi K. Srinivasan
Summary: This study describes the successful implementation of a longitudinal laparoscopic skills video-based coaching curriculum designed to improve residents' laparoscopic technical abilities through iterative directed practice supplemented by formative closed-loop feedback. This feasible, reproducible, and low-cost simulation curriculum can be adapted to other training programs and skills acquisition endeavors. This program also prepares trainees for ongoing performance feedback after completion of residency through rigorous self-assessment and peer-to-peer coaching.
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Surgery
Roberto Vanin Pinto Ribeiro, Joao Maximiliano, Guilherme Barreiro, Olavo Haas de Souza Gastal, Pauline Simas Machado, Luciano Paludo Marcelino, Henrique Rasia Bosi, Eduardo Madalosso Zanin, Leandro Totti Cavazzola
Summary: There is no difference in the acquisition of basic robotic surgical skills between individuals trained in basic conventional or laparoscopic surgical skills. We believe surgeons mastery in laparoscopy is not needed before initiating robotic surgical training. However, basic principles of laparoscopy remain applicable to robotic surgery.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2022)
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Surgery
Britta J. Han, William Sherrill, Michael M. Awad
Summary: This article presents a pilot study on a curriculum for robotic hiatal hernia repair designed for senior surgical residents. Using simulated operations and assessment tools, the curriculum increased residents' confidence and ability in robotic surgery and provided standardized evaluation of their robotic skills.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Surgery
Matyas Fehervari, Bibek Das, Payam Soleimani-Nouri, Manal Ahmad, Michael G. Fadel, Mohammed Deputy, Catrin Morgan, Joshua R. Burke, John D. Mason, David Nott, Duncan Spalding
Summary: This study investigates the methods of teaching surgical skills in an online environment. The results indicate that there is no significant difference in competency ratings and skill development between online teaching and face-to-face teaching, demonstrating that online teaching can serve as an effective alternative for early training years in surgical skills.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2022)
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Surgery
Kristen M. Quinn, Xiaodong Chen, Claire Griffiths, Grace Chen, Sylvester Osayi, Syed Husain
Summary: This study aims to compare and quantify the learning curves and skill transference between robotic and laparoscopic modalities in novice learners. The results showed that the robotic platform had consistently faster and more accurate performance in the peg-transfer task compared to laparoscopy. There was a positive transference of skill from laparoscopy to robotics, but exposure to the robot hindered students' ability to perform laparoscopic tasks.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Surgery
Kristen M. Quinn, Xiaodong Chen, Claire Griffiths, Grace Chen, Sylvester Osayi, Syed Husain
Summary: This study compared the learning curves and skill transfer between robotic and laparoscopic surgery in novice learners. The results showed that the robotic platform allowed for faster and more accurate completion of the peg-transfer task compared to laparoscopy. However, exposure to the robot hindered performance in laparoscopic surgery.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Chelsea Hook Chang, Krishna Suri, Rex Huang, Michael Machiorlatti, Mery Bartl, Roque Mifuji
Summary: This study explored a resident-led comprehensive communication skills curriculum for internal medicine residents and assessed its effectiveness through a survey. The results showed that the residents reported higher incidences of performing patient-centered communication skills after the curriculum, and all participants agreed that the program improved their communication skills and confidence in bedside patient-centered communications. This indicates that a resident-led comprehensive communication skills curriculum is effective in enhancing doctors' communication skills and feasible to implement.
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE
(2023)