Shayna L Gordon1, Dennis A Porto, David M Ozog, M Laurin Council. 1. *Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri; †Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The use of video can enhance the learning experience by demonstrating procedural techniques that are difficult to relay in writing. Several peer-reviewed journals allow publication of videos alongside articles to complement the written text. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to instruct the dermatologic surgeon on how to create and edit a video using a smartphone, to accompany a article. METHODS: The authors describe simple tips to optimize surgical videography. The video that accompanies this article further demonstrates the techniques described. RESULTS: Creating a surgical video requires little experience or equipment and can be completed in a modest amount of time. CONCLUSION: Making and editing a video to accompany a article can be accomplished by following the simple recommendations in this article. In addition, the increased use of video in dermatologic surgery education can enhance the learning opportunity.
BACKGROUND: The use of video can enhance the learning experience by demonstrating procedural techniques that are difficult to relay in writing. Several peer-reviewed journals allow publication of videos alongside articles to complement the written text. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to instruct the dermatologic surgeon on how to create and edit a video using a smartphone, to accompany a article. METHODS: The authors describe simple tips to optimize surgical videography. The video that accompanies this article further demonstrates the techniques described. RESULTS: Creating a surgical video requires little experience or equipment and can be completed in a modest amount of time. CONCLUSION: Making and editing a video to accompany a article can be accomplished by following the simple recommendations in this article. In addition, the increased use of video in dermatologic surgery education can enhance the learning opportunity.