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Summary

Competency-based education significantly improved postgraduate surgical residents' core competencies. This curriculum development approach better equips trainees for clinical practice and societal needs.

Keywords:

Competency-based education Developing a curriculum Laparoscopic surgery Postgraduate medical education

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Area of Science:

Surgical Education
Medical Training
Curriculum Development

Background:

Traditional postgraduate surgical training may not adequately prepare residents for complex clinical demands.
A need exists for structured curricula focused on measurable competencies in surgical education.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a competency-based education (CBE) curriculum in enhancing postgraduate surgical residents' skills.
To compare the outcomes of CBE with traditional training methods.

Main Methods:

A comparative study involving postgraduate surgical students (n=16 pre-CBE, n=17 post-CBE).
Development of a curriculum chart based on 5 core competencies: patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning, interpersonal skills, and professionalism.
Implementation of specific improvement measures within the CBE group.

Main Results:

The CBE group demonstrated significantly improved comprehensive competencies compared to the traditional group (P < .05).
A 360° assessment method confirmed significant enhancements in all 5 assessed competencies.
Overall comprehensive assessment scores were significantly higher in the CBE cohort.

Conclusions:

Competency-based education/curriculum development is an effective strategy for improving postgraduate surgical residents' overall competencies.
This educational model produces more qualified clinicians prepared to meet evolving healthcare demands.