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Proctorship and mentoring: Its backbone and application in robotic surgery.
Glen Denmer Santok1, Ali Abdel Raheem2, Lawrence Hc Kim1
1Department of Urology and Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Investigative and Clinical Urology
|December 21, 2016
Summary
Robotic surgery training varies globally. Structured curricula and proctorship aim to standardize skill acquisition and improve patient safety during the learning curve.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
- Robotic Surgery
Background:
- Robotic surgery education currently lacks standardization, leading to heterogeneous skill acquisition worldwide.
- Existing training models, including fellowship programs and short courses, present a gap in consistent skill development.
- There is a need for cost-effective, structured curricula to bridge this educational divide.
Approach:
- Implementing well-structured curricula to standardize robotic surgery training.
- Integrating proctorship models into surgical education programs.
- Focusing on bridging the gap between formal fellowship training and shorter educational courses.
Key Points:
- Variable application of robotic surgery curricula results in unstandardized skill acquisition.
- Recent efforts focus on cost-effective and structured educational pathways.
- Proctorship training is identified as a key component for effective learning progression.
- Ensuring patient safety is paramount during the robotic surgery learning curve.
Conclusions:
- Standardized curricula and proctorship are essential for effective robotic surgery education.
- Structured training improves skill acquisition and patient safety.
- Bridging the gap between different training modalities enhances the overall learning experience.
