The Newport Quinsy Simulator

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Surgical Simulation
• Otolaryngology

Background:

• Junior otolaryngologists require training in peritonsillar abscess recognition and drainage.
• Existing simulators lack accessibility, affordability, and educational utility for novice practitioners.
• There is a need for a cost-effective peritonsillar abscess simulator.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate an accessible, low-cost peritonsillar abscess simulator.
• To assess the simulator's educational value for novice otolaryngologists.
• To provide a training tool for peritonsillar abscess drainage skills.

Main Methods:

• The Newport Quinsy Simulator was constructed using disposable healthcare equipment and a party balloon.
• Expert and novice clinicians evaluated the simulator using Likert scales and qualitative feedback.
• The simulator's design focused on representing key anatomy and motor skills for abscess drainage.

Main Results:

• Twenty-four clinicians evaluated the simulator.
• All participants found the simulator useful for novice otolaryngologists.
• Qualitative feedback confirmed its educational value as a training device for peritonsillar abscesses.

Conclusions:

• The Newport Quinsy Simulator is an affordable and accessible training tool.
• The simulator is easy to use and educationally valuable for novice otolaryngologists.
• It effectively aids in developing skills for peritonsillar abscess management.