Andreas K. Demetriades, MBBChir, MPhil, FRCS (NeuroSurg), FEBNS, Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, UK
Gaetano Gallo, MD, PhD, FASCRS, FEBS (Coloproctology)​​​​, La Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
Russell Seth Martins, MD, Hackensack Meridian Health Network, USA
Andreas K. Demetriades, MBBChir, MPhil, FRCS(NeuroSurg), FEBNS, Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, UK
His main research interests are outcome studies in clinical neurosurgery, including spinal surgery; traumatic brain injury/spinal trauma/polytrauma; Trigeminal neuralgia; and the history of medicine. He has been involved in faculty development for the EANS as well as the Global Neuro Foundation; the training of young neurosurgeons through the design of training curricula and their subsequent implementation and delivery. Such courses have included didactic, blended, and hands-on learning, as well as cadaveric and simulation-based training.
Gaetano Gallo, MD, PhD, FASCRS, FEBS (Coloproctology), La Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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Russell Seth Martins, MD, Hackensack Meridian Health Network, USA
The landscape of surgical education is constantly evolving, influenced by technological advancements, changes in healthcare delivery, and the need for standardized, high-quality training programs. In particular, the integration of simulation-based training, advancements in virtual reality, and the emphasis on interprofessional education are reshaping the way surgical training is approached.
Significant progress has been made in the development and validation of simulation-based training curricula, the integration of competency-based assessments, and the utilization of telementoring for remote guidance. Furthermore, recent research has highlighted the importance of addressing the psychomotor and non-technical skills of surgical trainees to enhance patient safety and outcomes. With continued investigation, we anticipate the further integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in surgical simulation, the expansion of telesimulation for global surgical education, and the development of personalized learning pathways tailored to individual trainees' needs.
We are particularly interested in contributions that explore innovative educational methodologies, including but not limited to:
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In recent years, surgical procedures have shifted from open thoracotomy and laparotomy to minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, making endoscopic forceps training essential. In our department, we teach endosc...
Surgical training persists of intensive work, incessant practice, and, most importantly, experience. Owing to the changing surgical environment, increasing specialization, and rapid development of minimally in...
Operative dictation (OD) is a critical component of surgical documentation, yet its formal teaching is often overlooked in residency training. This study aimed to evaluate the inclusion of OD training in urolo...
Evaluation tools for training programs vary, necessitating a standardized tool for assessing surgical clinical training quality to enhance program effectiveness, pinpoint improvement areas, and ensure resident...
Advancements in understanding spinal disorders and diagnostic techniques have increased the range and complexity of spinal surgeries. However, constraints have arisen in gaining experience techniques through a...
This study aims to explore an efficient teaching method to improve laparoscopic suturing skills in resident physicians by combining the progressive training method with the imagery training method.
There are no existing data in the literature on the learning curve of French interns in colonoscopy or on the comparison between different frequencies of colonoscopy training modalities. We aimed to assess the...
Training of the neurosurgeon today differs greatly from that of the past, with several well-documented challenges contributing to reduced operative time for current cohorts. The Joint Committee on Surgical Tra...
Trauma surgery is characterized by high-acuity, low-frequency events. While trauma remains a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, surgical residents experience reduced trauma operative volumes duri...
In many developing countries facing medical personnel shortage, including Thailand, medical graduates are required to have enough confidence and competence to perform essential procedures by themselves. They s...
Pediatric surgery training in Germany faces significant challenges related to structural issues and resource limitations, including variability in training sites and a lack of standardized oversight. This stud...
A mastery of life-threatening trauma procedures is important for medical students aiming to become proficient physicians. Thus, this study compares the effectiveness of deliberate practice with that of convent...
Training in delicate spinal dura mater suturing techniques poses significant challenges due to patient safety and medicolegal concerns, driving the need for alternative training methods beyond traditional ment...
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