High-fidelity virtual reality simulation training in enhancing competency assessment in orthopaedic training

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Surgical Training
• Virtual Reality Simulation

Background:

• Surgical competence integrates knowledge, skills, and professional behavior for patient care.
• Traditional medical training faced disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Simulation-based training offers a safe, controlled environment for skill acquisition.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the role of high-fidelity virtual reality simulation in assessing orthopaedic surgical competencies.
• To examine the potential of simulation to augment and improve orthopaedic training in the post-COVID-19 era.

Main Methods:

• Review of simulation learning in surgical training, particularly virtual reality.
• Exploration of high-fidelity virtual reality simulation for competency assessment in orthopaedics.

Main Results:

• Simulation-based training provides a safe environment for skill development.
• Virtual reality simulation technology has advanced significantly.
• High-fidelity VR simulation shows potential for assessing orthopaedic competencies.

Conclusions:

• Virtual reality simulation is a valuable tool for surgical competency assessment.
• Simulation can supplement and enhance orthopaedic training programs.
• High-fidelity VR simulation is a promising approach for post-pandemic medical education.