Real-Time Dual Video Conferencing of Simulated Tracheostoma Maturation During Residency Interviews.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There are few reports of dexterity tests being done in a distance telecommunication setting for residency applicant evaluation.

Objective

To report the feasibility and suitability of a virtual suturing skills assessment during residency interviews when added to the standard assessment process.

Methods

A suturing simulation was developed and implemented during otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (OHNS) residency interviews for the 2020-2021 cycle at one program. On the day of the interview, the activity was completed in real time using 2-camera video conferencing with the 2 resident assessors providing a numerical assessment based on an adapted scoring rubric from prior suturing activities at the institution. The exercise involved suturing a 3/4-inch Penros

SUBMITTER: Goates AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9580304 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature