Evaluation of a case-based urology learning program.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Urology Training
• Digital Learning

Background:

• Trainees face information overload and reduced field immersion.
• Preference for novel educational resources is increasing.
• Traditional methods may not fully engage modern learners.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate an electronic case-based urology learning program.
• To address challenges in current urology training.
• To provide a novel educational resource utilizing the Socratic method.

Main Methods:

• Developed a 21-question anonymous survey based on existing literature.
• Piloted the electronic learning program at two urology training programs.
• Collected responses from 32 participating trainees (residents and fellows).

Main Results:

• High trainee engagement: 79% processed cases in ≤10 minutes.
• Significant resource utilization: 91% referred back for patient care and study.
• Positive perception: 69% saw value for clinical practice and board preparation.

Conclusions:

• The electronic case-based urology learning program is feasible and beneficial.
• The program effectively illustrates disease principles and management fundamentals.
• It stimulates learning across all urology trainee levels.