SICOT PIONEER (Programme of Innovative Orthopaedic Networking Education and Research): Re-inventing global orthopaedic education, training and research

Thevendran, Gowreeson; Khanduja, Vikas

doi:10.1007/s00264-022-05354-9

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“…Although some respondents reported that they preferred the convenience of online learning, others expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of virtual education compared with in-person instruction 14,[67][68][69][70][71]74,79,86,89 . One common theme was that residents found it difficult to fully engage with online lectures, with many reporting a lack of interaction and difficulty maintaining attention 14,[67][68][69][70][71][72]74,79,86,89 . Virtual methods of education can be effective, but they may not be a perfect substitute for in-person teaching.…”

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“…Across the studies reviewed, orthopaedic trainees had mixed feelings regarding online education. Although some respondents reported that they preferred the convenience of online learning, others expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of virtual education compared with in-person instruction 14,67-71,74,79,86,89 . One common theme was that residents found it difficult to fully engage with online lectures, with many reporting a lack of interaction and difficulty maintaining attention 14,67-72,74,79,86,89 .…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Many previously held in-person educational sessions for orthopaedic surgical trainees were transitioned to virtual learning because of the pandemic [13][14][15] . There were mixed opinions on quality, with 8 studies reporting high learner satisfaction 14,[66][67][68][69][70][71] ; however, 7 of the studies reported negative learner perceptions [72][73][74][75][76][77][78] . In 1 study, most residents felt that the quality of education was superior (72%), their level of engagement improved (64%), and they were able to acquire more knowledge (68%) with the virtual format 69 .…”

Section: Innovations In Educationmentioning

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Orthopaedic Surgery Training and Education During COVID-19

Randall,

Ganapathy,

Kuhn

et al. 2023

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Background: COVID-19 forced surgical resident training programs to adapt to meet educational requirements within the constraints of various guidelines. Some of the changes implemented during the pandemic have imparted a lasting effect on orthopaedic education. As such, the purpose of this article was to review how orthopaedic training and education were affected during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: The published literature was queried using search strategies devised by a medical librarian, according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Studies eligible for inclusion were studies related to COVID-19, orthopaedic surgical training, and medical education. Studies were excluded if they (1) were abstracts, conference proceedings, letters, perspective pieces, reviews, or editorials; (2) evaluated medical student education; (3) included other specialties; or (4) were unrelated to COVID-19 and/or orthopaedic training. Results: Eighty-three (n = 83) studies were included. Five themes emerged including (I) Fellowship Application, Interview, and Match Processes; (II) Social Media and Websites for Program Information; (III) Changes in Trainee Surgical Volume; (IV) Trainee Mental Health and Well-being; and (V) Innovations in Education. The pandemic decreased opportunities for medical students to gain exposure to orthopaedic surgery. Social media use, particularly Instagram, among orthopaedic residencies increased during the pandemic. Between the cancellation of away rotations and in-person interviews, applicants saved over $6,000; however, both residency applicants and interviewers preferred in-person interviews. The pandemic led to decreased surgical volume and in-person didactics for trainees, thus relying more on virtual learning. Orthopaedic trainees had mixed feelings regarding online virtual education. Although some respondents reported that they preferred the convenience of online learning, others expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of virtual education. Conclusions: The shift to virtual learning affected how applicants learned about residency programs, with many relying on virtual away rotations and social media to compare different programs. The pandemic also highlighted issues of diversity and accessibility within orthopaedic surgery, with cost savings from virtual interviews and canceled away rotations potentially benefiting applicants from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Although some innovative approaches and adaptations to orthopaedic education and training have shown promise and may continue to be used in the future after the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of others, such as virtual interviews, is less clear.

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Section: Innovations In Educationmentioning

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Orthopaedic Surgery Training and Education During COVID-19

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Kuhn

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“…Although lifelong learning is a prerequisite for safe professional practice in orthopaedic surgery, the main driver is to ensure that surgeons from each country participate in effective Continuing Professional Development (CPD), including Continuing Medical Education (CME) that continues beyond university and professional qualification. Legislation on the requirements for individual doctors to participate and demonstrate that participation is therefore devolved to the individual nations or orthopaedic societies [42,43]. The result is that no unified professional standard that applies across the world sets out the requirements for individual doctors.…”

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Growth in musculoskeletal pathology worldwide: the role of Société Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopédique et de Traumatologie and publications

Hernigou

Scarlat

2022

International Orthopaedics (SICOT)

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The world population in 2020 is estimated to be 7.8 billion individuals [1]. The musculoskeletal (MSK) system is subject to over 150 common diseases. The illnesses caused by joint inflammatory syndromes and pain are traditionally managed by general practitioners and rheumatologists. The invalidating degenerative diseases may be treated surgically and non-surgically by orthopaedic and trauma surgeons, who also repair traumatic damages of the musculoskeletal system. Nearly one billion persons experienced a musculoskeletal disorder in 2019. The increase of musculoskeletal disorders is growing every year, faster than the world population, due to the rise of life expectancy in many regions of the globe. The median age of the world population is 30.9 years [2]. Africa has the youngest population, half being under 19.7 years of age. Europe and North America are the areas with the oldest population, with a mean age of 42 years and 25% older than 60 years. Japan has the most senior people, with a mean age of 45 years. More than half of the individuals over 65 years are affected by musculoskeletal diseases (MSD), as the joints are prone to 'wear and tear' with ageing, causing osteoarthritis (OA) and spinal pain.

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