ArticleJournal of surgical education
Competency Assessment for Mediastinal Mass Resection and Thymectomy: Design and Delphi Review Process.
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Abstract
objectivesMediastinal mass resection and thymectomy are complex and related operations that are core components of competency for a general thoracic surgeon and an important learning objective for thoracic surgery trainees. This study aimed to design a combined competency assessment instrument for mediastinal mass resection and thymectomy.
designA comprehensive competency assessment instrument was designed by a process of logical analysis by 3 expert thoracic surgeons with an interest in mediastinal surgery. The instrument was then assessed and refined using a modified Delphi process.
settingThe Delphi questionnaire was distributed to all members of the Canadian Association of Thoracic Surgeons in 2018 to 2019.
participantsThe first round of the Delphi review was completed by 58 respondents (response rate 43.9%). Respondents represented all Canadian provinces with a wide range of clinical experience and a high rate of involvement in resident education.
resultsA first draft of the competency assessment instrument included 42 steps in 6 categories. A total of 3 rounds of Delphi review were performed. Cronbach's alpha for the final round was 0.83. Ultimately, 29 items were retained from the original instrument and two modified and three new items were added. The final instrument has 34 steps in 5 categories.
conclusionsA nationwide consensus was established on the key components of assessing competence to perform mediastinal mass resection and thymectomy. The resulting instrument could be used to guide competency based assessments of thoracic surgeons and trainees.
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