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David L Dawson1, Eugene S Lee, Nasim Hedayati
1Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California 95817, USA. david.dawson@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu <david.dawson@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu>
Journal of Surgical Education
|February 10, 2010
Summary
Regional simulation training for vascular surgery fellows is more cost-effective than institutional simulators. This approach offers a valuable benchmark for evaluating endovascular procedure simulation costs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Simulation
- Vascular Surgery Training
Background:
- High-fidelity simulation is crucial for endovascular procedure training in vascular surgery.
- High costs of simulators hinder widespread adoption in individual programs.
- Regional training centers may offer a more economical solution.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the participation costs of a regional simulation training program for vascular surgery fellows.
- To establish a cost benchmark for comparison with other training models.
Main Methods:
- Annual simulation-based training offered from 2004-2007 to 11 vascular surgery fellowships in five western US states.
- Sessions involved 2-4 participants over 2 days using SimSuite simulators.
- Participation was voluntary for program directors and fellows.
Main Results:
- Ten of 11 invited programs (75% participation) and 34 fellows trained over four years.
- Average participant costs for travel (transportation, lodging, meals) were $571.
- Average simulation facility expenses (simulator use, modules, support) were $1055 per participant.
Conclusions:
- Regional simulation training provides a cost-effective alternative for vascular surgery programs.
- This model is more economical than individual institutional simulator acquisition and operation.
- Offers a viable solution to overcome cost barriers in endovascular simulation training.
