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SIM: The Surgery Imagery Mindset and Preparing for Surgery
Michael J Asken1, Vanessa A Hortian2, Colby Elder2
1UPMC Central PA Region, Harrisburg, PA, USA.
The American Surgeon
|November 4, 2021
Summary
Psychological skills, like mental imagery, enhance surgical performance. This study outlines 5 guidelines for surgeons to effectively use mental rehearsal for optimal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Education
- Sports Psychology
- Cognitive Performance
Background:
- Psychological performance skills, including mental skills and cognitive training, are increasingly recognized for improving surgical excellence.
- Mental imagery, a key component of these skills, has garnered significant attention in surgical research.
- These techniques are vital for both novice and experienced surgeons.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of the surgeon's imagery mindset (SIM).
- To provide practical guidelines for implementing performance-enhancing mental imagery in surgical practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and conceptual analysis of psychological performance skills in surgery.
- Description of the surgeon's imagery mindset (SIM).
- Formulation of 5 practical guidelines for mental imagery application.
Main Results:
- Mental imagery is a crucial psychological skill for surgeons.
- The surgeon's imagery mindset (SIM) framework integrates mental rehearsal into surgical practice.
- Five core guidelines are proposed to maximize the effectiveness of mental imagery.
Conclusions:
- Performance-enhancing mental imagery is an accessible and effective tool for surgical skill development.
- Implementing the SIM framework and guidelines can optimize surgical performance.
- Further integration of psychological skills training is recommended for surgical education.
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