Surgical Competence Today: What Have We Gained? What Have We Lost?: Solutions: Improving Methods of Teaching Surgical Skills
Solutions: Improving Methods of Teaching Surgical Skills Dr. R H Bell has suggested seven recommendations to improve surgical education: Insure that the trainee has undergone both cognitive and skills training (simulation) with the procedure before going to the operating room. Have the resident assessed (using validated metrics) before going to the operating room (OR) so the faculty surgeon will know the resident possesses a basal level of ability. Rehearse the operation on a simulator and discuss with the faculty member where major intra-operative decisions need to be made before going to the OR. After the operation, debrief with the faculty member and review areas of accomplishment and parts of the operation that need more work. Grade the trainee's performance and file the report in the resident's portfolio. Have the resident review a video of ...