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Hyper-realistic and immersive surgical simulation training environment will improve team performance
Tuan N Hoang1, Anthony J LaPorta2, John D Malone3
1Naval Surface Forces, US Pacific Fleet, San Diego, California, USA.
Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open
|March 24, 2020
Summary
Hyper-realistic immersive surgical training significantly improved trauma care teams. Performance enhanced with reduced resuscitation times, fewer errors, and better test scores, boosting readiness and communication.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Effective trauma care relies on strong multidisciplinary team skills and communication.
- Hyper-realistic immersive surgical team training aims to enhance individual and team performance.
- This training replicates battlefield conditions to immerse participants and induce measurable physiological stress inoculation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of Hyper-realistic immersive surgical team training on performance.
- To assess improvements in individual and team capabilities in trauma care scenarios.
Main Methods:
- Six US Navy and Army surgical teams (99 evaluations) participated in a 6-day simulation.
- Training utilized movie special effects and the Human Worn Surgical Simulator (Cut Suit) in a combat trauma environment.
- Teams faced complex interventions and decision-making challenges in a fast-paced setting.
Main Results:
- Significant performance enhancement observed in multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Resuscitation time decreased from 24 to 14 minutes; critical errors reduced from 5 to 1.
- Written test scores improved by 21%; unit readiness, combat readiness, leadership, cohesion, and communication all showed statistically significant increases. Physiological biomarkers indicated adaptive stress responses.
Conclusions:
- Hyper-realistic immersive simulation training effectively improves military and civilian trauma care.
- This training methodology enhances team performance and readiness in high-stress environments.
