Limited feedback and video tutorials optimize learning and resource utilization during laparoscopic simulator training

Background The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of instructor feedback and video tutorials on skill acquisition during proficiency-based laparoscopic suturing training. Methods Performance data from a prospectively maintained database were reviewed for three groups of novices (n = 3...

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Published in:Surgery 2007-08, Vol.142 (2), p.202-206
Main Authors: Stefanidis, Dimitrios, MD, PhD, Korndorffer, James R., MD, Heniford, B. Todd, MD, Scott, Daniel J., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Biological and medical sciences
Competency-Based Education - methods
Computer-Assisted Instruction
Databases, Factual
Digestive system. Abdomen
Endoscopy
Feedback, Psychological
Female
General aspects
General Surgery - education
Humans
Investigative techniques, diagnostic techniques (general aspects)
Laparoscopy
Male
Medical sciences
Students, Medical - psychology
Surgery
Suture Techniques
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Summary:Background The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of instructor feedback and video tutorials on skill acquisition during proficiency-based laparoscopic suturing training. Methods Performance data from a prospectively maintained database were reviewed for three groups of novices (n = 34 medical students) who completed the same proficiency-based laparoscopic suturing curriculum on a Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery–type videotrainer model as part of two separate institutional review board–approved, randomized controlled trials. Group I (n = 9) watched the video tutorial once and received intense feedback during each training session; Group II (n = 13) watched the video tutorial once and received limited feedback (
ISSN:0039-6060
1532-7361
DOI:10.1016/j.surg.2007.03.009