Main description:

The field of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has now taken centre stage in modern clinical practice. With ever changing technologies in the field of MIS, such as robotics, there is now the need to train the surgeon to the next degree. Training by simulation, whether virtual, hybrid, or real, allows the surgeon to rehearse, learn, improve or maintain their skills in a safe and stress free environment.

Simulation Training in Laparoscopy and Robotic Surgery gives a true insight into the latest educational and learning techniques for new technologies in surgery. Written by an international team of experts, this illustrated text provides advice on specialised team training, non technical skills and simulation.

Simulation Training in Laparoscopy and Robotic Surgery is an important training aide for surgeons and residents interested in developing skills in this field.

Contents:

Lessons Learned from the Aviation Industry: Surgical Checklists.- Human Factors, Non-Technical Skills, and Surgical Training.- Current State of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery.- Simulation and Training in Minimally Invasive Surgery.- Value of Virtual Reality in Medical Education.- The MIMIC Virtual Reality Trainer: Stepping into Three-Dimensional, Binocular, Robotic Simulation.- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Skills Acquisition and Procedural Proficiency in Novices Using Virtual Reality.- Lesson Learnt from the Military Surgeons Using Simulation in Trauma Surgery.- Clinical and Educational Benefits of Surgical Telementoring.- Portable Learning and Multimedia in Surgical Training.