Trainee experience with capsular tension rings in Scotland—the need for structured simulation exposure to surgical adjuncts

Engagement with ophthalmic simulation training has increased following COVID-19 disruption—the educational culture change required?

“…Ensuring competence is maintained for surgical tasks should preserve confidence in one’s ability to deal with complex and complicated surgical procedures. Regular simulation engagement offers that level of security [ 4 , 5 ]. It is our recommendation that as training programmes restart, the benefits and role of ophthalmic simulation will be enshrined, expanded and empowered to ensure safer surgical experiences for the trainees, trainers and the patients (most importantly).…”