Robotic colorectal surgery training: Portsmouth perspective

• Published in: Annals of coloproctology Vol. 40; no. 4; pp. 350 - 362
• Main Authors: Piozzi, Guglielmo Niccolò, Subramaniam, Sentilnathan, Di Giuseppe, Diana Ronconi, Duhoky, Rauand, Khan, Jim S
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Korea (South) Korean Society of Coloproctology 01.08.2024; 대한대장항문학회
• Subjects: artificial intelligence; colorectal surgery; education; Review; robotics; simulation training; 일반외과학; Education; Artificial intelligence; Colorectal surgery; Robotics; Simulation training
• ISSN: 2287-9714; 2287-9722
• DOI: 10.3393/ac.2024.00444.0063

This study aims to discuss the principles and pillars of robotic colorectal surgery training and share the training pathway at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust. A narrative review is presented to discuss all the relevant and critical steps in robotic surgical training. Robotic training requires a stepwise approach, including theoretical knowledge, case observation, simulation, dry lab, wet lab, tutored programs, proctoring (in person or telementoring), procedure-specific training, and follow-up. Portsmouth Colorectal has an established robotic training model with a safe stepwise approach that has been demonstrated through perioperative and oncological results. Robotic surgery training should enable a trainee to use the robotic platform safely and effectively, minimize errors, and enhance performance with improved outcomes. Portsmouth Colorectal has provided such a stepwise training program since 2015 and continues to promote and augment safe robotic training in its field. Safe and efficient training programs are essential to upholding the optimal standard of care.