Background While it is often claimed that virtual reality (VR) training system can offer self-
directed and mentor-free skill learning using the system's performance metrics (PM), no …

Background The annual number of robotic surgical procedures is on the rise. Robotic
surgery requires unique skills compared to other surgical approaches. Simulation allows …

Background The clinical application of robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) is rapidly increasing.
The da Vinci Surgical System™ is currently the only commercially available RAS system …

Background The value of virtual reality (VR) simulators for robot-assisted surgery (RAS) for
skill assessment and training of surgeons has not been established. This systematic review …

Background A robotic virtual-reality (VR) simulator has been developed to improve robot-
assisted training for laparoscopic surgery and to enhance surgical performance in …

Methods: Medical trainees were enrolled prospectively; one group trained on the virtual
reality simulator, and the other group trained on the da Vinci dry laboratory platform …

Introduction This study aimed to develop a training curriculum to evaluate the basic robotic
skills necessary to reach an 80% preset proficiency score and correlate the level of surgical …

Background Virtual reality (VR) simulators and Web-based instructional videos are valuable
supplemental training resources in surgical programs, but it is unclear how to optimally …

Background. The development of a virtual reality (VR) training platform provides an
affordable interface. The learning effect of VR and the capability of skill transfer from the VR …

Background This study aimed to define perceptions of the need and the value of new
simulation devices for laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery. The initial experience of …