Table 1

Surveys evaluating bowel anastomosis simulation model

Survey item
Survey 1: Evaluation of product quality (face validity)
The flexibility of the model is appropriate for training
The texture of the model is appropriate for training
The size of the model is appropriate for training
The colour of the model is appropriate for training
The wall thickness of the model is appropriate for training
The layers seen in the model are appropriate for training
Survey 2: Evaluation of training potential (content validity)
Using the BAS will help to increase the trainee’s competence
Using the BAS will help to increase the trainee’s confidence
Witnessing the trainee’s performance on the BAS will increase my confidence in their ability to assist in the operating room
Witnessing the trainee’s performance on the BAS will increase my confidence in their ability to perform the procedure (or skills trained on the model) in the operating room
The BAS would be a valuable addition to current simulation-based medical education
  • BAS = bowel anastomosis simulator.