Vascular Anastomoses and Dissection: A Six-Part Simulation Curriculum for Surgical Residents.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

As surgical technologies grow, so too do demands on surgical trainees to master increasing numbers of skill sets. With the rise of endovascular surgery, trainees have fewer opportunities to practice open vascular techniques in the operating room. Simulation can bridge this gap. However, existing published open vascular simulation curricula are basic or based on expensive models.

Methods

We iteratively developed an open vascular skills curriculum for second-year surgery residents comprising six 2-hour sessions. We refined the curriculum based on feedback from learners and faculty. The curriculum required skilled facilitators, vascular instruments, and tissue models. We evaluated the latest iteration with a survey and by assessing participants' technical skills us

SUBMITTER: Brian R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11219091 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature