Tomoko Mizota1, Yo Kurashima2, Saseem Poudel1, Yusuke Watanabe1, Toshiaki Shichinohe1, Satoshi Hirano1. 1. Department of Gastroenterological Surgery II, Hokkaido University School of Medicine, Kita-15, Nishi-7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-8638, Japan. 2. Department of Gastroenterological Surgery II, Hokkaido University School of Medicine, Kita-15, Nishi-7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-8638, Japan. Electronic address: yo.kurashima@huhp.hokudai.ac.jp.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Despite its advantages, few trainees outside of North America have access to simulation training. We hypothesized that a stepwise training method using tele-mentoring system would be an efficient technique for training in basic laparoscopic skills. METHODS: Residents were randomized into two groups and trained to proficiency in intracorporeal suturing. The stepwise group (SG) practiced the task step-by-step, while the other group practiced comprehensively (CG). Each participant received weekly coaching via two-way web conferencing software. The duration of the coaching sessions and self-practice time were compared between the two groups. RESULTS:Twenty residents from 15 institutions participated, and all achieved proficiency. Coaching sessions using tele-mentoring system were completed without difficulties. The SG required significantly shorter coaching time per session than the CG (p = .002). There was no significant difference in self-practice time. CONCLUSIONS: The stepwise training method with the tele-mentoring system appears to make efficient use of surgical trainees' and trainers' time.
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BACKGROUND: Despite its advantages, few trainees outside of North America have access to simulation training. We hypothesized that a stepwise training method using tele-mentoring system would be an efficient technique for training in basic laparoscopic skills. METHODS: Residents were randomized into two groups and trained to proficiency in intracorporeal suturing. The stepwise group (SG) practiced the task step-by-step, while the other group practiced comprehensively (CG). Each participant received weekly coaching via two-way web conferencing software. The duration of the coaching sessions and self-practice time were compared between the two groups. RESULTS: Twenty residents from 15 institutions participated, and all achieved proficiency. Coaching sessions using tele-mentoring system were completed without difficulties. The SG required significantly shorter coaching time per session than the CG (p = .002). There was no significant difference in self-practice time. CONCLUSIONS: The stepwise training method with the tele-mentoring system appears to make efficient use of surgical trainees' and trainers' time.
Authors: Michael Co; Kwong Yee Chloe Cheung; Wan Suen Cheung; Ho Man Fok; Ka Hey Fong; Oi Yan Kwok; Tsz Wai Kelvin Leung; Hei Chun Justin Ma; Pui Ting Isabelle Ngai; Man Kit Tsang; Cheuk Yin Matthew Wong; Kent-Man Chu Journal: Surgeon Date: 2021-09-03 Impact factor: 2.632