Enhancing Tele-Simulation during OSCE: Incorporating Feedback from Standardized Patients

Abstract

Background: As COVID-19 impacted universities across the globe for over one year, the organization of OSCEs also demanded change. The traditional OSCEs had to transition to Tele simulation OSCEs. As the pandemic continues, there is possibility that this approach may continue for some time, it is imminent to capture feedback from the simulated patients so that we can explore ways to improve in future. Objectives: To gather feedback from standardized patients doing Tele Simulation in OSCEs, To develop plans to improve Tele Simulation involving Standardized Patients based on the feedback gathered. Method: Data were collected immediately after Tele simulation OSCE during debriefing from 18 Simulated Patients. This was followed up with an open-ended questionnaire and gathered additional information. Results: The feedback from SPs included their feelings when they were introduced to Tele simulation OSCE, Tele simulation versus Face to Face OSCE and areas of improvement. Conclusion: Tele simulation OSCE was a quick adaptation during COVID-19 pandemic. But the lessons learned, and the feedback received are pearls for future innovative approaches to assessments. It is encouraged to collect verbal and written feedback for the improvement of Tele simulation.