Why the study?
Safe and efficient training programs are essential to upholding optimal standards of care, motivating the discussion of robotic colorectal surgery training principles and the Portsmouth pathway.
A stepwise robotic surgery training program is essential for safe and effective use of the robotic platform, minimizing errors and enhancing performance.
Stepwise robotic colorectal training may enhance safety; narrative evidence leaves open need for prospective validation.
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.
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