Simulation's Role in Anaesthesia

Steven J. Fowler

Anaesthesia has long been compared to the aviation industry, where even a slight blunder can result in a disastrous accident. Similar to aviation, this necessitates a high degree of competence and diligence. With the growing sophistication of surgeries and the rapid advancement of science and newer medicines, safety is always a priority. As a result, similar to how simulation is used in aviation training, anaesthesia has been at the forefront of using simulation for training. Patients are highly worried that students and residents are putting their abilities to the test on them. Patient safety is becoming more critical in clinical medicine than bedside teaching and assessment. Anaesthetists work in a field that is constantly changing.