Integrating Simulation for Developing Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis Fixation Skills into an Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program

Abstract

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) in pediatric and adolescent patients is a common hip injury treated at tertiary care centers and children’s hospitals. The relatively uncommon nature of SCFE in association with the reliable and reproducible resulting deformity make for the ideal opportunity to supplement orthopedic resident and/or fellow operative experience with simulation training. This approach will allow trainees to develop expert performance and ensure that a benchmark proficiency skill level is attained.