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Objective: Simulation technology provides a safe environment to learn crisis resource management in stressful clinical scenarios, such as the acute airway. While a number of surgical simulation studies have assessed trainees, there remains a paucity of data on simulation benefits for practicing physicians. The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of a simulation symposium on airway management for practicing otolaryngologists.
Methods: Questionnaires (5-point Likert and open-answer questions) and interviews were distributed and conducted at a simulation symposium on airway management held at an annual meeting.
Results: The majority of participants had no prior experience in simulation (62.5%). The data suggested a strong increase in comfort with airway management scenarios (2.93 to 4.09 (p<0.001)). Participants reported the symposium as relevant (4.68) and useful (4.67), with increased confidence about their knowledge of crisis resource management and team training (4.53). Qualitative data suggested great educational value for technical skills and communication strategies.
Conclusion: Simulation with feedback may provide an opportunity for the practicing otolaryngologist to fulfill Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development requirements. This symposium allowed practicing otolaryngologists, including those in the community, to learn, develop, and refresh technical and communication skills while fulfilling certification requirements.
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