When it comes to the adoption of simulation for training, perfection cannot be the goal. Optimization must be the goal. Do not wait, as this is the right time to adopt and get started on this path no matter what type of simulation technology is available for your discipline. Even the most sophisticated flight simulators are only nearly perfect. The …
Flight simulation vs Surgical Simulation – Disparities in Growth and Adoption
Simulators and Simulation – History Simulators and simulation have been used for ages in many different domains. Many of us engage in activities involving simulation without consciously realizing it. For instance, we get immersed in the story while watching movies at a theater. We experience being present as an observer in the story and get passively involved. The degree of …
Flight simulation compared with Surgical simulation – A myth debunked
When talking about simulation for training, flight simulation is the prime reference for realism and training outcomes. Various other domains or industries therefore discuss and compare simulation fidelity and the quality of simulation based training with flight simulation and training. This includes those involved with surgical simulation. Quite often while discussing surgical simulation for cataract surgery, I hear this view from …
Flow Model and the Surgical Skills Learning Curve
A collateral casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic is its impact on surgical skills training. Particularly when the procedure is elective. Guidelines and policies have been published that restrict direct patient contact unless necessary. Valuable time and opportunity are being lost. It will have a severe impact on the learning curve for aspiring surgeons. This is making the directors or heads …