手術応用を超えて：医療専門職開発における教育ロボット工学に関するシステマティックレビュー

This study aimed to explore the role and positioning of robots in Healthcare Professional Development (HPD) beyond the surgical field.

The adoption of robots as tools for medical assistance and professional development is increasing, particularly in surgical training. However, applications beyond surgery remain underexplored. Understanding how robots can be effectively applied in healthcare settings beyond surgical operations is crucial for medical educators.

Systematic review of 60 peer-reviewed articles.

A systematic literature search was conducted in the Web of Science database without date restrictions. Guided by a technology-based learning model, six key dimensions were examined: application domains, sample groups, research methods, adopted technologies, robot learning roles and research issues.

The review confirmed a growing trend in HPD robots since 2006. Robots were most frequently applied in nursing-related skills training, with simulation robots being the predominant type. Robotic sensors provide a different data collection method, allowing for a more objective observation of learners' performance. To date, many important topics in HPD, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills, have not been adequately explored. Finally, the human-robot interaction methods that robots can provide have diversified, but the impact on learning remains unknown.

Robots have an emerging but limited role in HPD beyond surgical contexts. Significant gaps remain, particularly in cognitive and interpersonal skill development. This review offers targeted recommendations for future research, providing a valuable reference for medical educators and researchers aiming to expand the effective integration of robotics in healthcare training.