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The concept behind ARTI is using simulation and wet lab training in surgery and interventional medicine. Simulation and laboratory training on animal models are proven methods for surgeons and related healthcare personnel to learn, practice, and perfect skills in a way that is tangible and free from patient harm. A well-developed surgical simulation scenario can be changed as needed and used multiple times, and for different learners. The time put in upfront will be extremely rewarding. By using this process, at ARTI we develop different scenarios that are engaging, clinically valid, and streamlined, using state of the art virtual simulators and practicing in the wet lab.
The beating heart of ARTI is the experience, the teaching skills and the enthusiasm of our instructors and staff. ARTI was conceptualized and currently housed in the premises of the 2nd Department of Surgery of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens at Aretaieion Hospital, the oldest teaching hospital in Greece. In our department, we consider undergraduates, postgraduates, residents, fellows and consultants’ training as a serious, demanding but also extremely rewarding duty. We are proud to say that ARTI is the active link between the history of teaching medicine in Greece and the most advanced and up to date simulation medical training.
Simulation is an ever changing field of innovation and progress. Here at ARTI we use the most advanced, sophisticated and versatile solutions in the industry, both in hardware and software.
For laparoscopic simulation training we went for LAP Mentor III from Surgical Science. This is a multidisciplinary laparoscopic surgical simulator that provides hands-on training for individuals and teams and of varying skill levels. LAP Mentor III provides training in basic and advanced laparoscopic tasks and skills. Furthermore, LAP Mentor III enables learners to experience several complex surgical procedures in a completely safe and yet hands-on environment.
The software is modular, with modules organized by discipline and each including a range of simulated surgical tasks and patient cases as well as didactic materials. LAP Mentor III reports enable to assess the performance and skill level of the learner.
LAP Mentor III features:
Endoscopic simulation is the present and definitely the future in the training process for endoscopists. For endoscopic simulation training we went for Endo Mentor suite from Surgical Science. The ENDO Mentor Suite is the most comprehensive, evidence-based, simulator for GI Endoscopy, offering basic to advanced procedures training and assessment. Accustomed to support both solo and team training, the ENDO Mentor Suite simulation platforms are relevant to a diversity of disciplines, including general surgery, colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, and more.
Alongside the training modules, structured curricula is available, based on the experience and implemented training programs of leading institutes and professional societies. The curricula provide the opportunity for self-directed, individually paced, training. Whether self-directed or proctored, simulation training is complemented with objective performance assessment, eligible for both self-assessment and external evaluation of progress along the learning curve towards achieved competence. Proficiency benchmarks can easily be set by the training facility, and in some cases are readily available for validated curricula. The curricula series are available to both online and offline users. Online provides the advantage of allowing learners to access the didactic materials offsite:
The Unit of Experimental Surgery, an integral component of the 2nd Department of Surgery at Athens Medical School, is home to a cutting-edge wet lab facility. This establishment has played a pivotal role in the scientific pursuits of the department over the years, fostering research and innovation in the realm of surgical medicine. In 1990, following the milestone achievement of the first successful liver transplantation in Greece, a dedicated facility was inaugurated. It was christened the “K. Tountas” Laboratory, in honor of Dr. K. Tountas, a pioneer in the field of transplant surgery in Greece and former Director of the Clinic. In 2022, the laboratory underwent extensive renovation and expansion, further solidifying its status as a hub for pioneering research and surgical training. These upgrades included the addition of two state-of-the-art surgical tables and anesthesia machines, ensuring that the facility is equipped with the latest technology to facilitate a wide range of procedures. Moreover, modern surgical lights were installed, enhancing visibility and precision during surgical interventions. Complementing these advancements, the laboratory now boasts modern animal housing facilities, accommodating a diverse range of species, including rats, mice, rabbits, and swines. These upgraded animal houses provide an ethical and controlled environment for researchers to conduct experiments and studies, adhering to the highest standards of animal welfare. At present, the Unit of Experimental Surgery is a thriving hub of scientific activity. It hosts numerous experimental research programs, each exploring critical facets of surgical innovation and medical science. Researchers and scientists from various disciplines converge here to collaborate, share insights, and push the boundaries of surgical knowledge. In addition to research endeavors, the Unit regularly hosts training workshops and educational programs. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for medical professionals, trainees, and students to gain hands-on experience in surgical techniques and procedures. The state-of-the-art facilities, combined with expert guidance, ensure that participants receive comprehensive training and exposure to the latest advancements in the field of surgery.
ARTI is all about innovation, technology and efficiency in the learning process. Time is of essence in the modern world especially for busy surgeons both trainers and trainees. Hence, at ARTI we organized a novel cloud model of education. In our experience, training is suboptimal when the trainee is exposed to the learning material for the first time right before his/her hands-on experience. Therefore, all the theory and the “preflight” information are readily available to the trainees on the cloud before the actual course, so you have the opportunity to put behind all the “theory” at the comfort of your home when it fits your needs and busy schedule.
Our cloud learning model represents a convenient solution:
At ARTI we strongly believe that “Teaching is an art”. Telementoring is our answer to the ever increasing and changing need for online two-way remote communication and learning in the modern digital world. Thus, we have developed in-house an efficient telementoring system with zero latency architecture, using commercially available hardware.
As an ARTI trainee:
Our in house telementoring system
ARTI is a non profit organisation dedicated to excellence in medical training through simulation. Based in the 2nd Department of Surgery at Aretaieion Hospital, the oldest teaching hospital in Greece, ARTI is the active link between the history of teaching medicine and the most advanced and up to date simulation based medical learning.
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