Surgical education models have undergone significant changes over time, especially with the introduction of endoscopic surgery, creating new learning challenges. The benefits of endoscopic or minimally invasive surgery include less pain, shorter hospital stays, and consequently, a shorter postoperative recovery time.
Surgical training should be based on four pillars: theory, skill, experience, and decision-making. The combination of communication skills and teamwork will create a well-rounded surgeon. Traditionally, technical skills have been the primary focus of simulated training, but they are only one component of surgical practice.
The classic Halstedian model of supervised learning by an experienced tutor, based on "seeing a surgery, then performing it, and then teaching it," remains valid. Simulation is being added to this classic model to more effectively overcome the well-known learning curve. Thus, the approach of "seeing a surgery, simulating it, and then performing the surgery" is now being applied.
Today, we should no longer ask why simulation is necessary, but rather how to simulate it. Every surgeon must acquire and maintain surgical skills and abilities to ensure optimal performance and the best possible outcomes for their patients. Therefore, the Postgraduate and Continuing Education Department of the Faculty of Human Medicine at the University of Piura has developed this theoretical and practical course to acquire or reinforce basic competencies in laparoscopic surgery through training in simulated models.
General
Acquire and develop basic skills in laparoscopic surgery through the use of simulated models.
Specifics
● Use the camera correctly.
● Perform precise and rapid movement of objects with laparoscopic forceps, using both hands (ambidexterity), on a simulated model.
● Use the laparoscopic forceps, needle holders and scissors correctly.
● Perform extracorporeal and intracorporeal suturing via laparoscopy correctly and within a specified time.
● Understand the surgical technique and most relevant aspects of low-complexity laparoscopic surgeries (appendectomy and cholecystectomy).
The course is aimed at doctors (residents or specialists in general surgery), pediatric surgery, gynecology and obstetrics, urology and traumatology.
Upon completion of the training process, the graduate is expected to acquire the following competencies:
● Knowledge of the elements of the laparoscopy equipment and correct use of the forceps, needle holders and laparoscopic scissors.
● Skills related to performing precise and rapid movement of objects with laparoscopic forceps, with both hands (ambidexterity), in a simulated model.
● Perform extracorporeal and intracorporeal suturing via laparoscopy correctly and within a specified time.
● Understand the surgical technique and most relevant aspects of low-complexity laparoscopic surgeries (appendectomy and cholecystectomy).
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