THE ROLE OF SIMULATION-BASED TRAINING IN PREPARING SURGEONS FOR HIGH-STAKES PROCEDURES
Keywords:
Simulation-based training, surgical education, high-stakes surgery, virtual reality, technical skillsAbstract
Simulation-based training (SBT) has emerged as a transformative approach in surgical education, offering realistic, risk-free environments where trainees can develop and refine critical technical and decision-making skills. This article explores how SBT equips surgeons for high-stakes procedures by improving competency, confidence, and outcomes. It highlights different types of simulation methods, evaluates their effectiveness, and presents case-based examples demonstrating the impact of simulation on surgical performance.
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