The impact of simulation-based training in medical education

A review

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ID23364604
AutoresChukwuka Elendu (0000-0002-0249-1865, Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri, Nigeria, autor de correspondencia), Dependable C Amaechi (Igbinedion University, Okada, Nigeria), Alexander U Okatta (Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria), Emmanuel C Amaechi (Madonna University, Elele, Nigeria), Tochi C Elendu (Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria), Chiamaka P Ezeh (University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Nigeria.), Ijeoma D Elendu (Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria)
Año2024
Volumen103
Número27
Páginase38813
Fecha de publicación2024-07-05
Peer ReviewedSí
Open AccessSí
TipoARTICLE
RevistaMedicine (JOURNAL)
Identificadores de la revistaISSN: 0025-7974 • E-ISSN: 1536-5964
EditorialOvid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health) (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1097/md.0000000000038813
PMID38968472
OpenAlexW4400348041
IdiomaEN
Citas recibidas56
Referencias citadas42

Simulation-based training (SBT) has emerged as a transformative approach in medical education, significantly enhancing healthcare professionals’ learning experience and clinical competency. This article explores the impact of SBT, tracing its historical development and examining the various types of simulations utilized today, including high-fidelity mannequins, virtual reality environments, standardized patients, and hybrid simulations. These methods offer a safe and controlled environment for students to practice and hone technical and non-technical skills, ultimately improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. The benefits of SBT are manifold, including enhanced skill acquisition, error reduction, and the opportunity for repeated practice without risk to actual patients. Immediate feedback and structured debriefing further solidify learning, making Simulation an invaluable tool in medical education. However, the implementation of SBT is challenging. It requires substantial financial investment, specialized equipment, and trained faculty. Additionally, there are concerns about the realism of simulations and the transferability of skills to real-world clinical settings. Despite these challenges, numerous case studies and empirical research underscore the effectiveness of SBT compared to traditional methods. Looking ahead, advancements in technology, such as artificial intelligence and improved virtual reality applications, promise to enhance the efficacy and accessibility of simulation training. The integration of Simulation with other training modalities and its adoption in diverse global contexts highlight its potential to revolutionize medical education worldwide. This article affirms the crucial role of SBT in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and its ongoing evolution driven by technological innovations.

Medical education · Medical physics · Simulation · Simulation training · Innovations in Medical Education · Medicine · Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare · Surgical Simulation and Training