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Surgical Simulation of Kirschner Wiring-Discussion and Review of the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre K-Wiring
1From the St Thomas' Hospital, London, United Kingdom.
Abstract:
Simulation training has been growing in popularity, as a means to help supplement the training of surgical residents. The Newcastle Surgical Training Centre K-wiring course, a 1-day course designed for early-years surgical trainees, aims to teach essential skills in K-wire fixation for hand fractures. The course integrates lectures and hands-on practice with both simulated and cadaveric specimens, supported by a high faculty-to-delegate ratio. Despite minor limitations, such as the quality of initial hand simulators and the potential need for more radiographer support, the course provides substantial educational value and practical experience. Overall, authors found the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre K-wiring course to be a well-resourced and effective training opportunity for surgical trainees.
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