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Video-Based Surgical Learning: Improving Trainee Education and Preparation for Surgery.
Paulo Mota1, Nuno Carvalho2, Emanuel Carvalho-Dias1
1Surgical Sciences Research Domain, Life and Health Sciences Research Institute, ICVS/3B's, PT Government Associate Laboratory, The Clinic Academic Center, Braga, Association (2CA-Braga), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal; Department of CUF Urology and Service of Urology, Hospital de Braga, Braga, Portugal.
Journal of Surgical Education
|October 17, 2017
Summary
Video-based learning is crucial for surgical preparation. Residents favor YouTube and narration, while specialists value technical skill and tips in surgical videos.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
- Digital Learning Tools
Background:
- Traditional surgical education methods have seen little change since the late 19th century.
- The advent of video-assisted laparoscopy introduced new technical and learning challenges in surgery.
- Advancements in technology and internet access have integrated online resources into surgical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the significance of video-based learning in surgical training.
- To gather insights from surgical residents and specialists on their use of video resources.
- To understand preferences regarding video content for surgical preparation.
Main Methods:
- An electronic questionnaire was utilized to assess the importance of video-based learning.
- The study surveyed 141 participants, including surgical residents and specialists.
- A Google Docs online form was employed for questionnaire distribution.
Main Results:
- Nearly all respondents (98.6%) use videos for surgical preparation.
- Residents use YouTube more frequently than specialists and value narration and illustrations more.
- Specialists prioritize surgeon's technical skill and practical tips over residents.
Conclusions:
- Video-based learning is a key component of surgical preparation for Portuguese residents and specialists.
- High-quality, scientifically accurate surgical videos are essential for future learning.
- Developing comprehensive video libraries is the future direction for video-based surgical education.