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Contemporary training methods in regional anaesthesia: fundamentals and innovations
R R Ramlogan1, A Chuan2, E R Mariano3,4
1Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Anaesthesia
|January 11, 2021
Summary
Regional anaesthesia training is evolving with new teaching methods and technologies. This review covers simulation-based education, deliberate practice, and future innovations like web-based learning and alternate reality systems.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology
Background:
- Regional anaesthesia and medical education have advanced significantly over the last 20 years.
- Improvements in theoretical understanding and technological innovations have driven changes in teaching and clinical practice.
- Recent focus on foundational education principles for regional anaesthesia training, with growing evidence on best teaching and assessment practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the fundamentals and innovations in regional anaesthesia training.
- To review current practices and future directions in educating regional anaesthesia providers.
Main Methods:
- This is a narrative review.
- The review synthesizes current literature on regional anaesthesia education.
Main Results:
- Fundamentals of regional anaesthesia training include simulation-based education, deliberate practice, and competency-based curriculum design.
- Innovations include web-based learning, emerging technologies for teaching and assessment, and alternate reality learning systems.
Conclusions:
- Regional anaesthesia training is benefiting from a blend of established educational principles and cutting-edge technological advancements.
- The field is moving towards more effective and accessible training methods to enhance trainee competency.
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