SURGICAL SIMULATION AND MEDICAL TRAINING: USE OF SIMULATORS AND VIRTUAL MODELS TO IMPROVE THE TRAINING OF SURGEONS

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595282506089

• Palavras-chave: Surgical simulation. Artificial intelligence. Educational technology.

• Keywords: Surgical simulation. Artificial intelligence. Educational technology.

• Abstract:

  Surgical simulation has established itself as one of the most innovative and effective tools in the field of medical training, especially with regard to the training and technical improvement of surgeons. Given this, the present study aims to develop a study on the relevance of surgical simulation and medical training, as well as the use of simulators and virtual models to improve the training of surgeons. The methodology applied was based on a literature review, using books and scientific articles from databases related to the subject, between 2020 and 2025. The results confirm that simulation is effective not only in improving technical skills, but also in developing clinical reasoning, knowledge retention, student motivation, and professional self-confidence. In conclusion, it should be emphasized that surgical simulation represents not only a modern educational tool, but also a transformative milestone in medical training, responding to contemporary demands for greater efficiency, humanization, and safety in healthcare. The future of surgery undeniably lies in the widespread and judicious adoption of these technologies, and educational institutions, regulatory bodies, and health professionals have a fundamental role to play in leading this transition with responsibility, equity, and innovation.