Instrument for the evaluation of higher surgical training experience in the operating theatre. Issue 5 (7th May 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lau, K L; Scurrah, R; Cocks, H
• Is Part Of: Journal of laryngology & otology. Volume 137:Issue 5(2023)
• Page Start: 565
• Page End: 569
• Publication Date: 2023-05-07
• Subjects: Medical Education -- Surveys And Questionnaires -- Training; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1017/S0022215122001554
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-2151

Abstract

Abstract: Objective: The operating theatre, as the primary learning environment for surgeons, needs to be conducive to achieve successful training. A validated 27-item questionnaire aimed at evaluating the training experience of higher surgical trainees in the operating theatre was developed. Methods: The initial questionnaire was developed using a literature review and a focus group. Items were validated with content validity index (CVI) and Cronbach's alpha. Results: The initial version of 33 questions was modified in the focus group into a 29-item 4-point Likert scale questionnaire covering 3 areas. Of these 29 items, 27 reached the threshold CVI of 0.87, and they achieved a Cronbach's alpha of 0.89 from 17 responses. Conclusion: The quantitative validations in the instrument are comparable to other existing medical education evaluation tools. Aspects of non-technical skills and human factors were featured heavily and perceived to be important for learning in the operating theatre.