Validation and implementation of surgical simulators: a critical review of present, past, and future

Volume: 24, Issue: 3, Pages: 536 - 546
Published: Jul 25, 2009
Abstract
In the past 20 years the surgical simulator market has seen substantial growth. Simulators are useful for teaching surgical skills effectively and with minimal harm and discomfort to patients. Before a simulator can be integrated into an educational program, it is recommended that its validity be determined. This study aims to provide a critical review of the literature and the main experiences and efforts relating to the validation of...
Paper Details
Title
Validation and implementation of surgical simulators: a critical review of present, past, and future
Published Date
Jul 25, 2009
Volume
24
Issue
3
Pages
536 - 546
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