Advancing IR in Underserved Regions: Interventional Radiology Simulation Near and Far

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Healthcare Simulation
• Interventional Radiology Training

Background:

• Simulation is a key educational tool across various fields, including healthcare.
• It provides a safe environment for trainees to develop procedural skills through hands-on experience.
• Simulation fidelity ranges from low to high, mimicking real-life scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the benefits of simulation in medical education.
• To emphasize its role in developing technical and clinical proficiency for interventional radiology (IR) trainees.
• To explore the impact of remote simulation on global learning and collaboration.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing various fidelity simulation models (low, medium, high).
• Integrating simulation as an adjunct to traditional didactic lectures.
• Employing remote simulation to engage international learners.

Main Results:

• Simulation promotes experiential and constructivist learning, empowering students.
• It allows IR trainees to gain proficiency before patient contact.
• Remote simulation enhances engagement and collaboration for international learners.

Conclusions:

• Simulation is an invaluable tool in IR education, supporting trainees and physicians.
• It is particularly beneficial for supporting healthcare professionals in underserved regions.
• Despite implementation challenges, simulation significantly enhances medical training and knowledge acquisition.