How to Teach Concepts of Surgical Skills and Strategy of Designing a Programme

In recent years, there has been rapid development of arthroscopic skills application in various anatomical regions. In order to set a standard training programme to facilitate the training of surgeons, it is important that the basic concept of arthroscopy skill acquisition is coupled with a well-designed programme. Arthroscopic training should be centred on a cadaveric model in a well-developed wet lab setting. Apart from cadaveric model training, there are emerging technologies in virtual training centre without the use of cadaver. As the learning procedure is complicated and involves extensive equipment, expertise and provision of human tissues, it is recommended to observe the regulations accredited by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). Since human tissues are involved, it is important to pay attention to the procedures of procurement of the tissues, the regulations regarding handling of the tissues and the final dissemination of the remains to authorized centres. An arthroscopic training course should include basic didactic lectures of video, hands-on cadaveric demonstration and practice, live surgery, a full clinical round up with problem case discussion, and feedback from trainees. Special anatomical regions may entail specific requirements pertaining to the unique clinical condition and skill training that matches the need to handle these conditions.