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Simulator Training for Endovascular Neurosurgery
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Fellow perceptions of training using computer-based endoscopy simulators.

Jenifer R Lightdale1, Adrienne R Newburg, Lisa B Mahoney

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, USA. jenifer.lightdale@childrens.harvard.edu

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
|July 13, 2010
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Pediatric gastroenterology fellows found computer-based endoscopic simulators (CBES) helpful for improving skills and confidence. Integrating these simulators into training programs requires further exploration due to scheduling challenges.

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Published on: May 6, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Gastroenterology Training
  • Simulation Technology

Background:

  • Computer-based endoscopic simulators (CBES) offer risk-free procedural training for gastroenterology fellows.
  • Integrating CBES into fellowship programs can enhance technical skill development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey pediatric gastroenterology fellows on their experiences and perceptions of CBES.
  • To compare fellows' views on CBES versus actual endoscopic procedures before and after training.

Main Methods:

  • First-year fellows at Children's Hospital Boston (2003-2008) completed pre- and post-training questionnaires.
  • Trainees performed at least 10 simulated endoscopies and colonoscopies before actual procedures.

Main Results:

  • All 25 fellows participated; 4 months into training, simulation use was linked to increased skill and confidence.
  • Increased colonoscopy simulator sessions correlated with higher reported skill (P=.032) and confidence (P=.007).
  • Fellows found integrating CBES into schedules difficult; most sessions were under 30 minutes; faculty instruction was highly rated.

Conclusions:

  • Short-term CBES use may benefit pediatric gastroenterology trainees' endoscopic skill acquisition.
  • Further research is needed on effectively integrating CBES into demanding fellowship curricula.