MP23-07 VASECTOMY SIMULATION MODULE: DIDACTIC, AUDIO-VISUAL, AND LIVE-SIMULATION EXPERIENCE

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You have accessJournal of UrologyTechnology & Instruments: Surgical Education & Skills Assessment II1 Apr 2015MP23-07 VASECTOMY SIMULATION MODULE: DIDACTIC, AUDIO-VISUAL, AND LIVE-SIMULATION EXPERIENCE Ram Pathak, Scott Alford, and Todd Igel Ram PathakRam Pathak More articles by this author , Scott AlfordScott Alford More articles by this author , and Todd IgelTodd Igel More articles by this author View All Author Informationhttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2015.02.1250AboutPDF ToolsAdd to favoritesDownload CitationsTrack CitationsPermissionsReprints ShareFacebookTwitterLinked InEmail INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES To combat concerns over surgical cases, duty-hour restrictions, and ethical obligations of the patient-physician alliance, simulation has evolved as a necessary adjunct in residency education. Vasectomies, often performed on awake patients, create a peculiar atmosphere, with both patient and physician angst. Oftentimes, residents are not primary surgeons. We created a Vasectomy Simulation Module, equipped with a didactic power-point presentation and audio-visual component, as well as, skills training on a vasectomy simulator in the presence of an attending physician. The primary aim of the study was to determine the impact of the Vasectomy Simulation Module on resident education via questionnaires. METHODS A retrospective review quantifying the vasectomy experience, degree of anxiety and role of simulation of graduated residents at a single institution was performed. Results were tabulated anonymously. All current residents were asked to participate in a vasectomy simulation module, consisting of a didactic portion outlying the history of vasectomy, common techniques and pertinent AUA guidelines; a narrated video of both a ‘real’ and ‘simulated’ vasectomy performed by an attending physician; and demonstration of skills mastery in the presence of an attending physician. Responses were garnered from all participating residents. RESULTS Retrospective review of prior graduates revealed significant anxiety while performing their first vasectomy. A majority (>80%) wished they had access to simulation prior to performing their first vasectomy. In regards to the prospective part, of all who participated, only residents (n=4) without any clinical vasectomy experience were included in the analysis. 75‰ of residents stated they ‘strongly agree’ that the vasectomy simulation has increased comfort level with performing vasectomies, while 1 resident ‘agreed’ with the aforementioned statement. All residents agreed that simulation would reduce fear and anxiety when performing live vasectomy. CONCLUSIONS Our Vasectomy Simulation Module received overwhelmingly positive feedback. Residents felt they attained the necessary procedural skills to master the no scalpel vasectomy. © 2015 by American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc.FiguresReferencesRelatedDetailsCited byPathak R, Edge C, Thomas G, Thiel D, Broderick G, La Rosa D, Lannen A, Moore M, Frank R and Igel T (2019) Vasectomy Simulation Curriculum and Trainer with Enhanced Face, Content and Construct ValidityUrology Practice, VOL. 6, NO. 3, (180-184), Online publication date: 1-May-2019. Volume 193Issue 4SApril 2015Page: e269 Peer Review Report Advertisement Copyright & Permissions© 2015 by American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc.MetricsAuthor Information Ram Pathak More articles by this author Scott Alford More articles by this author Todd Igel More articles by this author Expand All Advertisement Advertisement PDF downloadLoading ...