The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery

Abstract Objective Surgical boot camps are becoming increasingly popular in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) residency programs. Despite pioneering virtual reality and simulation-based surgical education, these boot camps have lacked critical appraisal. The objective of this article was t...

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Main Authors: Adom Bondzi-Simpson, C. J. Lindo, Monica Hoy, Justin T. Lui
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Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2022-06-01
Series:Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40463-022-00583-9
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C. J. Lindo
Monica Hoy
Justin T. Lui
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description Abstract Objective Surgical boot camps are becoming increasingly popular in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) residency programs. Despite pioneering virtual reality and simulation-based surgical education, these boot camps have lacked critical appraisal. The objective of this article was to examine the adoption and utility of surgical boot camps in OHNS residency training programs around the world. Data Sources Ovid Medline and PubMed databases were systematically searched in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines for scoping reviews. Additionally, a grey literature search was performed. Review Methods Inclusion criteria were peer-reviewed publications and grey literature sources that reported on OHNS boot camps for the novice learner. The search was restricted to human studies published in English. Studies were excluded if they were not examining junior trainees. Results A total of 551 articles were identified. Following removal of duplicates, screening, and full text review, 16 articles were included for analysis. Seven major boot camps were identified across various academic sites in the world. Most boot camps were one-day intensive camps incorporating a mixture of didactic, skill specific, and simulation sessions using an array of task trainers and high-fidelity simulators focusing on OHNS emergencies. Studies measuring trainee outcomes demonstrated improvement in trainee confidence, immediate knowledge, and skill acquisition. Conclusion Surgical boot camps appear to be an effective tool for short term knowledge and skill acquisition. Further studies should examine retention of skill and maintenance of confidence over longer intervals, as little is known about these lasting effects.
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spelling doaj-art-967fc06d29524d949c42d2a5476e545e2025-08-20T03:37:28ZengSAGE PublishingJournal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery1916-02162022-06-0151111610.1186/s40463-022-00583-9The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and deliveryAdom Bondzi-Simpson0C. J. Lindo1Monica Hoy2Justin T. Lui3Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of TorontoTemerty Faculty of Medicine, University of TorontoSection of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of CalgarySection of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of CalgaryAbstract Objective Surgical boot camps are becoming increasingly popular in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) residency programs. Despite pioneering virtual reality and simulation-based surgical education, these boot camps have lacked critical appraisal. The objective of this article was to examine the adoption and utility of surgical boot camps in OHNS residency training programs around the world. Data Sources Ovid Medline and PubMed databases were systematically searched in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines for scoping reviews. Additionally, a grey literature search was performed. Review Methods Inclusion criteria were peer-reviewed publications and grey literature sources that reported on OHNS boot camps for the novice learner. The search was restricted to human studies published in English. Studies were excluded if they were not examining junior trainees. Results A total of 551 articles were identified. Following removal of duplicates, screening, and full text review, 16 articles were included for analysis. Seven major boot camps were identified across various academic sites in the world. Most boot camps were one-day intensive camps incorporating a mixture of didactic, skill specific, and simulation sessions using an array of task trainers and high-fidelity simulators focusing on OHNS emergencies. Studies measuring trainee outcomes demonstrated improvement in trainee confidence, immediate knowledge, and skill acquisition. Conclusion Surgical boot camps appear to be an effective tool for short term knowledge and skill acquisition. Further studies should examine retention of skill and maintenance of confidence over longer intervals, as little is known about these lasting effects.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40463-022-00583-9Boot campTraining courseSurgical educationMedical educationOtolaryngologySurgical training
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The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Boot camp
Training course
Surgical education
Medical education
Otolaryngology
Surgical training
title The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
title_full The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
title_fullStr The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
title_full_unstemmed The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
title_short The Otolaryngology boot camp: a scoping review evaluating commonalities and appraisal for curriculum design and delivery
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topic Boot camp
Training course
Surgical education
Medical education
Otolaryngology
Surgical training
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s40463-022-00583-9
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