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  • Anesthesiology
  • Otolaryngology

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  • Otolaryngology and anesthesiology residents often encounter airway emergencies early in training.
  • Novice providers may lack familiarity with essential airway management techniques.
  • Simulation-based boot camps can effectively train medical professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of an immersive, multidisciplinary boot camp simulation course on novice airway provider confidence.
  • To assess improvements in resident familiarity and comfort with airway skills and concepts.

Main Methods:

  • Novice otolaryngology and anesthesiology residents participated in an annual simulation boot camp (2013-2018).
  • Anonymous pre- and post-test self-assessment tools using a 5-point Likert scale measured confidence in airway skills.
  • Fisher's exact test was used for statistical significance (p<0.05).

Main Results:

  • 62 residents (50 anesthesiology, 12 otolaryngology) completed the post-test.
  • A statistically significant increase in reported familiarity with all course topics was observed (p<0.001).
  • Greatest improvements in comfort were noted for advanced airway maneuvers, including laryngeal mask airway placement and various intubation techniques.

Conclusions:

  • Immersive surgical boot camp experiences effectively enhance resident familiarity and comfort with diverse airway topics.
  • Simulation training reduces unfamiliarity and discomfort in managing airway emergencies.
  • This approach is valuable for improving novice airway provider preparedness.