The goal of this clinical trial is to assess whether integrating an enhanced Surgical Operating Room (OR) curriculum into the medical student program improves knowledge and proficiency in gynecologic surgical techniques and procedures among medical students at Wayne State University. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does the Surgical Operating Room Enrichment Course increase medical students' knowledge and comfort with gynecologic surgical procedures? Does participation in the course improve students' clinical perceptions and management of gynecologic emergencies? Researchers will compare students who participate in the Surgical Operating Room Enrichment Course (intervention group) to those who complete the standard rotation (control group) to see if the enhanced curriculum leads to greater improvements in knowledge and clinical skills. Participants will: Attend virtual didactic lectures covering gynecologic anatomy, perioperative care, surgical techniques, and management of gynecologic emergencies Complete pre- and post-training surveys assessing knowledge, skills, and perceptions related to gynecologic surgery This study involves approximately 60 medical students, with participation being voluntary and all responses de-identified.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
60
The intervention consists of multiple structured training sessions delivered during the gynecology rotation. Sessions include lectures on surgical principles and gynecologic procedures. The course is taught by OBGYN physicians and is designed to enhance students' proficiency in surgical techniques, perioperative care, and management of gynecologic emergencies. Educational materials are based on relevant surgical guidelines and textbooks
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Wayne State University SOM, Dept of OBGYN
Detroit, Michigan, United States
RECRUITINGChange in Knowledge and Proficiency in Gynecologic Surgical Techniques
Assessed by the difference in scores on a validated knowledge and skills questionnaire administered before and after participation in the Surgical Operating Room Enrichment Course. The questionnaire evaluates understanding of gynecologic anatomy, surgical steps, perioperative care, and technical proficiency, using a combination of multiple-choice, Likert scale, and open-ended questions. Improvement will be measured by comparing pre- and post-intervention scores within and between the intervention and control groups.
Time frame: From baseline (start of rotation) to end of rotation (5 weeks)
Change in Clinical Perceptions and Comfort with Gynecologic Emergencies
Measured by the difference in self-reported confidence and comfort levels in managing gynecologic emergencies, as captured by Likert scale items and open-ended responses in the pre- and post-intervention surveys. This outcome will assess whether the enrichment course influences students' perceived preparedness for real-world clinical scenarios.
Time frame: From baseline (start of rotation) to end of rotation (5 weeks)
Participant Satisfaction with Surgical Operating Room Curriculum
Assessed via post-intervention survey items evaluating satisfaction with the curriculum content, teaching methods, and perceived educational value. Survey includes Likert scale and open-ended feedback questions.
Time frame: At end of rotation (5 weeks)
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