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Emergency Undocking in Robotic Surgery: A Simulation Curriculum
Published on: May 20, 2018
Candidate feedback on the Induction and Refresher (I&R) scheme-simulated surgery.
Anwar Khan1, Vijay Nayar2, Peter Burrows3
1Clinical Lead for I&R Assessments.
The simulated surgery examination effectively assesses general practitioner (GP) consulting skills. Candidate feedback indicates satisfaction and validates the assessment, though improvements to the application process are ongoing.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- General Practice Assessment
- Clinical Skills Evaluation
Background:
- The Induction and Refresher (I&R) Scheme utilizes a simulated surgery examination for GP entry assessments.
- This assessment evaluates clinical and consulting competencies before supervised practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess candidate satisfaction and the validity of the simulated surgery examination.
- To identify areas for improvement in the I&R Scheme's application process.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of quantitative and qualitative data from 401 candidates (July 2015-July 2018).
- Candidates completed a simulated surgery examination with standardized cases and provided feedback via questionnaires.
Main Results:
- Overall candidate satisfaction with the examination as a valid assessment of GP consulting skills.
- Concerns persist regarding the I&R application process, with evidence of gradual improvement over three years.
Conclusions:
- The simulated surgery examination is a valued tool for assessing GP consulting skills.
- Iterative use of candidate feedback ensures quality control and drives process improvements for the I&R Scheme.
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