The Benefits of Simulation Training in Cardiac Surgery

I’ve had the privilege to teach cardiac and thoracic surgery simulation for over 20yrs while witnessing the direct benefits not only to the residents but also to the educators who provide the instruction. The article by Arjomandi Rad and colleagues recognizes the important role of simulation training for cardiac surgery trainees and the various models that are available for our use. As technology evolves, we, the educators, should take advantage of better ways to instruct the next generation of surgeons and critical care clinicians.