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MD, PhD, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Editor-in-Chief ICVTS, CEO Simurghy, Chairman Heart Team Academy and Agnostic Lifelong Learner
A Waste or Not a Waste? Over the past decade, I have organized numerous hands-on training sessions using simulators at scientific meetings. I've often pondered whether these skill-labs, typically lasting 1-2 hours, are a waste of time, energy, and resources. I'm excited to share that our study, just published online, provides a clear answer: even a two-hour training session on a validated simulator can significantly improve skills! An additional crucial outcome, based on my own experience, is the transition from unconscious incompetence to conscious incompetence. This involves making participants realize the need for skills, dedication, and knowledge. Such a realization is vital, especially in the context of the myriad of edited surgical videos on social media and those presented at conferences. These often portray a distorted version of reality, suggesting that any procedure is straightforward and universally applicable to all patients. By highlighting the necessity of skill investment, these training sessions can protect both the well-being of their patients and the careers of the participants. Kudos to the co-authors, and a special mention to our resident and PhD student, Shokoufeh Cheheili Sobbi. #surgicaltraining #simulationtraining #surgery EACTS - European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery https://lnkd.in/dmGJdqd2