In the future, patient safety is likely to be as much a part of education for the surgical team as dissection, suturing, and aseptic technique. Simulation labs are one way OR teams will learn to communicate more effectively and prevent errors. Simulation is playing an increasing role in the education of physicians and staff both in basic skills and in managing critical incidents like bleeding or bad reactions to medication.
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