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World J Orthop. Nov 18, 2025; 16(11): 110251
Published online Nov 18, 2025. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v16.i11.110251
Published online Nov 18, 2025. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v16.i11.110251
Enhancing orthopaedic competency through simulation: A student-centered approach to bridge educational gaps
Mithun Manohar, Department of Orthopaedics, Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute, Chengalpattu 603108, Tamil Nadu, India
Preethi Selvaraj, Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine–Sri Lalithambigai Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai 600095, Tamil Nadu, India
Pradeep Selvaraj, Department of Community Medicine, Chettinad Institute of Medical Sciences, Chennai 603108, Tamil Nadu, India
Naveen Jeyaraman, Sathish Muthu, Madhan Jeyaraman, Department of Orthopaedics, Ortho
Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India
Sathish Muthu, Central Research Laboratory, Meenakshi Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Kanchipuram 631552, Tamil Nadu, India
Author contributions: Manohar M, Selvaraj P, Jeyaraman N, and Muthu S contributed to acquiring clinical data and performing the data analysis; Selvaraj P contributed to administration; Selvaraj P and Jeyaraman M contributed to conceptualization; Selvaraj P and Jeyaraman M contributed to manuscript writing; Muthu S and Jeyaraman M contributed to manuscript revision; Jeyaraman M contributed to proofreading; All authors have agreed to the final version to be published and agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work.
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Corresponding author: Madhan Jeyaraman, MD, PhD, Researcher, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Velappan
Received: June 4, 2025
Revised: June 25, 2025
Accepted: September 19, 2025
Published online: November 18, 2025
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Revised: June 25, 2025
Accepted: September 19, 2025
Published online: November 18, 2025
Processing time: 165 Days and 0.1 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Simulation-based learning enhances procedural accuracy, knowledge retention, and self-confidence in final-year medical students training in orthopedics. This study showed significant improvements in accuracy (62.5%-84.9%, P < 0.001) and knowledge recall (63.4%-78.2%, P < 0.001). Students reported higher confidence levels post-training. Prior simulation exposure and strong academic performance were linked to better outcomes. These findings support the integration of simulation-based teaching in undergraduate medical education for improved skill acquisition.