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Guo C, Liu L, Zhang J, Zhao K, Li S. Revolutionizing thoracic surgery education: a bibliometric analysis of the past decade's literature. J Cardiothorac Surg 2024; 19:428. [PMID: 38987798 PMCID: PMC11234603 DOI: 10.1186/s13019-024-02947-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Thoracic surgery is a complex field requiring advanced technical skills and critical decision-making. Surgical education must evolve to equip trainees with proficiency in new techniques and technologies. METHODS This bibliometric analysis systematically reviewed 113 articles on thoracic surgery skills training published over the past decade, retrieved from databases including Web of Science. Publication trends, citation analysis, author and journal productivity, and keyword frequencies were evaluated. RESULTS The United States contributed the most publications, led by pioneering institutions. Simulation training progressed from basic to sophisticated modalities and virtual reality emerged with transformative potential. Minimally invasive techniques posed unique learning challenges requiring integrated curricula. CONCLUSION Ongoing investments in educational research and curriculum innovations are imperative to advance thoracic surgery training through multidisciplinary strategies. This study provides an evidentiary foundation to optimize training and address the complexities of modern thoracic surgery.
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- Chao Guo
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China.
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Pina-Thomas D, Zohn JH, Phillips L. A Comparison of Virtual Reality and Traditional Audio-Recorded Hearing Voices Simulations: Their Impact on Empathy in Health Care Students. Nurs Educ Perspect 2024:00024776-990000000-00235. [PMID: 38682864 DOI: 10.1097/01.nep.0000000000001271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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ABSTRACT Empathy is essential to the development of communication skills. Simulating psychosis to develop empathy for mental health patients is complex; we hypothesized that virtual reality (VR) would be effective in increasing empathy in health care students. This experimental study compared the effectiveness of a VR simulation with a traditional hearing voices simulation as measured by the Kiersma-Chen Empathy Scale-Revised. Twenty-five health care students were randomized into two groups. The results indicated that both simulated experiences increased empathy levels, supporting the study's hypothesis. A 10-minute VR simulation is an effective teaching strategy for developing empathy in health care students.
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- Deborah Pina-Thomas
- About the Authors The authors are faculty at the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), Colorado Springs, Colorado. Deborah Pina-Thomas, PhD, RN, is an assistant professor. Jennifer H. Zohn, PhD, MA, RN-BC, LPC, NCC, is an assistant professor. Lynn Phillips, PhD, RN, is an associate clinical professor. Dr. Pina-Thomas received funding from the Committee on Research and Creative Works, UCCS Faculty Seed Grant Special. The authors are grateful to the UCCS Stimulation Center staff, Dr. Sudhanshu Semwal, Ron Jackson, Advita Bhatia, Sanam Waintrub, Dr. Bernard Ricca, and Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience. For more information, contact Dr. Pina-Thomas at
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Mitchell S, Sehlbach C, Franssen GHL, Janczukowicz J, Guttormsen S. Taxonomy of teaching methods and their use in health professions education: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e077282. [PMID: 38245012 PMCID: PMC10806689 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Applying the lens of social constructivist theory, teaching methods facilitate the process of learning and may be used differently across settings to align learning goals. Teaching methods are used across disciplines, occupations and learning settings, yet terminology, descriptions and application for use vary widely. This scoping review will identify eligible literature of reported teaching methods with documented descriptions across disciplines with a focus of how teaching methods are applied to health professions education. A literary description of a teaching method was used as a basis from which to select eligible articles based on two criteria, a specified method and delivery of that teaching by a teacher figure. METHODS AND ANALYSIS Using the extension of the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology aligned to Arksey and O'Malley's six-stage framework and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines, this scoping review will systematically search ERIC, Embase, Web of Science and PubMed databases. The search strategy was supported by an information specialist. Eligible studies will be identified in a two-stage screening process with four researchers. To complement eligible peer-reviewed literature, we will also search out relevant grey literature including University Websites, Conference Programmes and handsearched reference lists. Data extraction will be performed using a developed data extraction tool. A narrative summary will accompany charted results and describe the results aligned to the study objectives. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION As no intervention or patient recruitment is required for this research, ethics board approval is not required. Results will be disseminated via publication in a peer-reviewed journal, conference presentations and where feasible reaching out to those organisations and universities with published glossaries of terms for teaching.
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- Sharon Mitchell
- Institute for Medical Education, Graduate School of Health Sciences, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Educational Research and Development, School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Maastricht University Library, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Institute for Medical Education, Graduate School of Health Sciences, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
- Institute for Medical Education, Medical Faculty, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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García-Acosta JM, Castro-Molina FJ, Delgado N, Díez-Fernández O, Rodríguez-Novo N, de Castro-Peraza ME, Lorenzo-Rocha ND, Torres-Jorge JM, Fernández-Martínez AD, Castellano-Fuenmayor MA. Virtual Reality and Simulation Videos as Effective Training Tools for Creating Safe and Inclusive Environments for Transgender People. NURSING REPORTS 2023; 14:42-55. [PMID: 38251182 PMCID: PMC10801482 DOI: 10.3390/nursrep14010004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND University education is undergoing a paradigm shift towards active methodologies, such as virtual reality and training videos, which have proven to be valuable resources, especially in the health sciences. The scarcity of existing research on the topic prompted us to conduct this study, which seeks to measure the knowledge gained from the aforementioned tools by users, their level of satisfaction with them, and their perceived utility. METHODS This is a quasi-experimental intervention study analysing the impact of virtual objects as learning resources for undergraduate nursing students. RESULTS Fifty-four participants completed the training, yielding highly significant differences between their mean scores, with a high statistical power and a large effect size. A total of 85.46% of participants confirmed that the virtual resources helped them considerably to empathise with the experiences of trans people in healthcare settings. Students were comfortable using the virtual resources, very satisfied with the methodology employed, and would recommend the training received. CONCLUSIONS University teaching must adapt to meet the current legislations and changing health needs of society, and teaching staff must be prepared to implement new active teaching methodologies that make learning a more dynamic process. Considering these results, our study serves as a guide for other nursing educators who seek to promote inclusive healthcare regarding gender diversity. This study is not registered.
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- Jesús Manuel García-Acosta
- The Canary Islands Public Health Service, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain; (J.M.G.-A.); (M.E.d.C.-P.); (N.D.L.-R.); (M.A.C.-F.)
- Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria School of Nursing, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38010 Canary Islands, Spain
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- The Canary Islands Public Health Service, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain; (J.M.G.-A.); (M.E.d.C.-P.); (N.D.L.-R.); (M.A.C.-F.)
- Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria School of Nursing, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38010 Canary Islands, Spain
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- Department of Cognitive, Social, and Organisational Psychology, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38200 Canary Islands, Spain;
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- Department of Education, Vocational Training, Physical Activity and Sport, Regional Government of the Canary Islands, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain (A.D.F.-M.)
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- The Canary Islands Public Health Service, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain; (J.M.G.-A.); (M.E.d.C.-P.); (N.D.L.-R.); (M.A.C.-F.)
- Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria School of Nursing, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38010 Canary Islands, Spain
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- The Canary Islands Public Health Service, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain; (J.M.G.-A.); (M.E.d.C.-P.); (N.D.L.-R.); (M.A.C.-F.)
- Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria School of Nursing, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38010 Canary Islands, Spain
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- Department of Computer and Systems Engineering, University of La Laguna, Tenerife, 38200 Canary Islands, Spain;
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- Department of Education, Vocational Training, Physical Activity and Sport, Regional Government of the Canary Islands, Tenerife, 38071 Canary Islands, Spain (A.D.F.-M.)
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