Surgical telementoring: Feasibility, applicability, and how to

Surgical training does not end at the conclusion of residency training. Expansions in medical technology and surgical technique have created a steep learning curve for the young attending surgeon. The emergence of intraoperative telementoring has allowed experienced surgeons to guide learners through complex surgical cases remotely with the assistance of streaming video technology. Here, we describe the basics of telementoring, financial and legal considerations, and recommend hardware specifications for optimal use.

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Surgical training does not end with residency training. Advancements in medical and surgical technology have created a steep learning curve for young attending surgeons. The emergence of telementoring allows experienced surgeons to remotely guide learners through complex surgical cases with streaming video technology.