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Enhancing Knowledge and Skills in Pediatric Neurologic Emergencies: A Simulation-Based Medical Education Program for
Rea Mittal1, Serkan Toy2, Susan Owens3
1Children's National Hospital Washington DC USA.
AEM Education and Training
|November 14, 2025
Summary
Simulation-based medical education significantly improved emergency medicine trainees' ability to manage pediatric neurological emergencies. This training enhances knowledge, skills, and confidence in critical pediatric care scenarios.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Neurology
- Emergency Medicine
- Medical Education
Background:
- India faces a significant burden of pediatric neurological conditions, impacting 1 in 5 children.
- Limited access to specialized pediatric neurologists necessitates enhanced training for emergency medicine (EM) physicians.
- Simulation-based medical education (SBME) is a key strategy to improve pediatric neurology care delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a pediatric neurology SBME program for EM trainees in India.
- To assess improvements in medical knowledge, procedural skills, and self-efficacy in managing pediatric neurological emergencies.
Main Methods:
- A 2-week in-person pediatric neurology SBME training was conducted across eight partner sites in India.
- Training included didactic sessions, procedural workshops with checklists, and simulation cases for pediatric neurological emergencies.
- Effectiveness was measured using pre- and postintervention tests and a 3-month follow-up survey.
Main Results:
- 106 EM trainees participated, showing statistically significant improvements in all assessed domains.
- Enhanced medical knowledge regarding pediatric neurological emergencies was observed.
- Increased self-efficacy in performing critical procedural skills and managing pediatric neurologic emergencies was reported.
Conclusions:
- SBME is an effective method for enhancing EM trainees' competence in pediatric neurology.
- The training model is scalable, adaptable, and suitable for resource-variable settings in India.
- This approach strengthens the capacity of EM physicians to manage pediatric neurological emergencies effectively.
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