Touch surgery: an inventive adjunct to surgical training

Moss, C.

doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2017.02.716

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“…A Cochrane systematic review has underscored the advantages of VR simulation training, demonstrating its superiority over traditional methods and its ability to supplement conventional endoscopy training [19]. Moreover, VR simulation has been shown to reduce real-life error rates, enhancing skill acquisition and patient safety [20].…”

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2024

J Edu Psyc Res

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Background:The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on medical education, particularly in surgical specialties. Surgical training, traditionally reliant on hands-on experience, has faced unprecedented challenges due to reduced clinical activities and elective surgeries. Aim:The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the clinical and surgical training of Tunisian surgical residents, along with their psychological well-being. Additionally, the study aimed to propose feasible and cost-effective measures for enhancing surgical training in low-income countries, like Tunisia, during and after the pandemic. Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted at a teaching hospital in Tunisia between December 1st and 30th, 2020. The survey, distributed to 36 surgical residents, included questions on demographic characteristics, training activities, and psychological impact using the GAD-7 and PHQ-9 questionnaires. Data on respondents' suggestions for training improvements were also collected. Results:Of the invited residents, 72% (26 participants) responded. The respondents reported a significant reduction in clinical and surgical training opportunities, with 85% believing the pandemic negatively impacted their training. Psychological assessment revealed increased stress and anxiety among all participants, with 77% showing signs of depression. The residents suggested increasing the frequency of teleconference-based college courses and clinical case discussion sessions. Additionally, the adoption of low-cost simulation-based training, free access to online surgical video libraries, and use of the Touch Surgery application were highlighted as valuable tools. Conclusion:The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted surgical residency training in Tunisia, impacting both the training quality and psychological well-being of residents. The findings emphasize the need for innovative training methodologies in low-resource settings. Proposed measures, including simulation-based training using low-cost models and enhanced digital resources, offer practical solutions to sustain surgical education during such global crises. The study underscores the importance of adapting and expanding surgical training methodologies to ensure continued learning and skill development in challenging times.

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“…A Cochrane systematic review has demonstrated that VR simulation training is advantageous over no training and can supplement conventional endoscopy training [19]. In addition, VR simulation seems to reduce real-life error rates through skill acquisition and improve patient safety [20].…”

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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Surgical Residency Training: Time to digitalization

Naouar

Khlifa

Khribi

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Background The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted surgical residency training worldwide. This study aims to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical residency training and psychological well-being in a Tunisian residents cohort, and to emphasize on the importance of digital simulation-based training through a review of different tools reported in the literature. Methods A cross-sectional survey of surgical residents was conducted at our surgical division of the teaching hospital, between 1st and 30 December 2020. A study-specific electronic questionnaire designed using the free software Google Forms was distributed to 36 residents via emails and Whatsapp. Results At the end of the study period, only 26 participants (72%) completed and submitted the questionnaire. Most respondents reported the negative impact of the pandemic on clinical and surgical training. Anxiety was noticed in all participants; more than half presented depression. During the pandemic, clinical activity was mainly based on "patient bedside" learning (50%) and college courses via webinars (38.4%). Surgical training was mainly based on the medico-surgical encyclopedia (65.4%), surgical videos on YouTube® (61.5%) and emergent surgeries attendance (53.8%). There was a lack of didactic teaching programs implementation during the pandemic. Conclusions There is a pressing need to improve surgical training during residency. Simulation-based training using digital tools is the best way to improve psychomotor skills outside of the operating theatre.

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“…The use of live animals for experimental surgeries or surgical training for veterinary and medical students has been reduced ( Smeak, 2007 ), which has resulted in a rise in the use of cadavers ( Pochat et al., 2011 ; Singh, Scott, Case, Mayhew & Runge, 2019 ), synthetic models ( Grimes, Wallace, Schmiedt & Parks, 2019 ), and software ( Mandler, 2018 ).Technological advancement aims to improve the quality of care for patients in many medical areas ( Skinovsky, Chibata & Siqueira, 2008 ).Such tools have become essential in learning and, thanks to the evolution of technology associated with the implementation of simulation applications, professionals can improve their medical skills and, consequently, mitigate errors without the use of live animals ( Moss, 2017 ).…”

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“…In human medicine the 3D surgical applications of VR use computing technologies to simulate life in its natural environment ( Moss, 2017 ). They allow the operator to have a live experience prior to the procedure, permitting practice and reducing the errors, thus improving the surgeon's confidence and performance ( Bernardo, 2017 ; Ruisoto, Juanes, Contador, Mayoral & PratsGalino, 2012 ).…”

Section: E-learningmentioning

confidence: 99%