Simulation-based flexible ureteroscopy training using a novel ureteroscopy part-task trainer.

INTRODUCTION: Simulation-based training (SBT) is being increasingly used for novice trainees as a means of overcoming the early learning curve associated with new surgical skills. We designed a SBT flexible ureteroscopy (fURS) course using a novel inanimate training model (Cook Medical, Bloomington, IN; URS model). We evaluated the course and validated this Cook URS model. METHODS: A 2-week SBT fURS course was designed for junior level urology …