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How can modern technology help in the training of future surgeons? David-Ian McGregor University College London
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KnowledgeKnowledge PracticePractice
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Contents –Knowledge –Practice
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Acquiring knowledge (1of 2) Personal Digital Assistants
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Acquiring knowledge (2 of 2) http://www.linnc.com/ Telesurgery
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Acquiring practice (1of 2) Virtual Reality http://www.surgical-science.com/index.cfm/en/products
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Acquiring practice (2 of 2) New assessment techniques Eye-tracking Eye-tracking Brain Imaging Brain Imaging Aggarwal et al (2008) New technologies for the surgical curriculum. World Journal of Surgery.
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ExpensiveExpensive Technology: A realistic appraisal Can fail Can fail Old methods are still valuable Old methods are still valuable
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Conclusions Modern technology can help in the training of future surgeons: Easier and faster acquisition of knowledgeEasier and faster acquisition of knowledge Safer and better assessed acquisition of practiceSafer and better assessed acquisition of practice
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The modern trainee
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