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How expert surgeons review robotic videos: A grounded theory study
Mary M Soliman1, Mark K Soliman2
1College of Community Innovation and Education, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, United States.
American Journal of Surgery
|August 9, 2023
Summary
Expert robotic surgeons use surgical video review for self-assessment and skill improvement. This process involves analyzing critical incidents, unique cases, and new techniques, fostering a growth mindset for enhanced surgical education.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Education
- Robotic Surgery
- Medical Simulation
Background:
- Surgical video review enhances novice surgeon skills.
- Limited research exists on expert surgeons' video review practices.
- This study addresses the gap in understanding expert video review processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how expert robotic surgeons review their surgical videos.
- To identify the motivations and methods behind expert video review.
- To develop a process model for expert robotic surgical video analysis.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative pilot study design.
- Semi-structured interviews and video elicitation sessions.
- Grounded theory approach for process model development.
Main Results:
- Four video review categories identified: critical incidents, unique cases, new techniques, and routine cases.
- Surgeons use video review for self-reflection and skill improvement.
- Benchmarking against other videos and collaborative sharing are key strategies.
Conclusions:
- Expert robotic surgeons utilize video review for self-assessment and continuous improvement.
- A growth mindset is crucial for skill development through video review.
- Findings can inform surgical education strategies for both novice and expert surgeons.
