'Tuning into Learning': A scoping review of podcasts and webinars in orthopaedic education"

Podcasts and webinars have been increasingly used in medical education, particularly as a lifeline during the pandemic to ensure continued education. The aim of this study is to review literature exploring the use of podcasts and webinars as educational tools in orthopaedics by consolidating evidence of their benefits, challenges, and potential for future integration into orthopaedic training.

A literature search was performed across: PubMed, Cochrane Library, EBSCOhost, CINAHL and Scopus using selected MeSH terms and search terms related to podcasts, webinars and orthopaedic education across the years 2015-2025. Studies were reviewed by two independent authors using predefined inclusion/exclusion criteria. Key findings were collated in a database.

A total of 22 articles were selected for review, with 11 studies referencing podcasts and 11 on the use of webinars. Studies generally reported a positive impact of these methods in orthopaedic education with highly rated reviews from trainees based on Likert scales, numerical rating scales and qualitative feedback.

Podcasts and webinars are a valuable tool in orthopaedics and their use has addressed issues with traditional learning approaches. For continued growth, further effort is required for quality control and improving accessibility to maximise educational potential in orthopaedic training.