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Impact of structured robotic simulation workshop on knowledge and attitude of medical undergraduates: A scoping view
Amith Paruchuri1, Amarnath Gajula1, Rajat Goyal1
1Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Introduction:
Robotic-assisted surgery is transforming surgical practice, necessitating early exposure for medical students. Its representation in undergraduate curriculum is limited. This study was conducted with the objective to assess if a structured simulation-based demonstrative workshop impacted any change in knowledge and attitude of medical undergraduates towards robot-assisted surgery.
Patients And Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted at a robotic training facility on undergraduates. Baseline and post-session questionnaire-based survey using a validated self-developed questionnaire was done for knowledge and attitude domains. The workshop included 15-min didactic lecture and live demonstration of simulation tasks. Statistical analysis was performed using STATA 18.0.
Results:
Fifty undergraduates were enrolled. Median knowledge scores increased from 2 (interquartile range [IQR]: 1-4) to 7 (IQR: 4-9) (P < 0.0001). The majority believed robotic surgery should be integrated into medical curriculum. Median attitude score increased from 2 (IQR: 2-3) to 3 (IQR: 3-5) (P < 0.0001).
Conclusion:
Structured robotic simulation workshop significantly enhanced medical students' knowledge and attitudes towards robotic surgery.
