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Transforming surgical ward rounds: constructivist pedagogy, structured models, and intelligent technologies

  • By

  • Linkun Zhong

  • Cong Zhou

  • Jianhang Miao

  • Jinghang Dong

  • Lili Luo

  • Chizhuai Liu

  • Yutong Li

  • July 7, 2026

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Clinical Report: Revolutionizing Surgical Ward Rounds with Constructivist Approaches

Overview

This review highlights the need for engaging surgical ward rounds through constructivist learning theories, structured teaching models, and intelligent technologies.

Background

Surgical ward rounds are essential for clinical training, yet they often fail to actively engage learners due to traditional, unstructured teaching methods.

Data Highlights

No numerical data provided in the article.

Key Findings

  • Constructivist learning theories emphasize active engagement in knowledge construction.
  • Structured teaching models like SNAPPS and OMP operationalize constructivist principles in clinical settings.
  • Generative AI tools can simulate consultant-level questioning to aid trainee preparation.
  • Immersive virtual reality (IVR) offers scalable training with potential for long-term knowledge retention.

Clinical Implications

The integration of structured teaching models and intelligent technologies can enhance the effectiveness of surgical ward rounds.

Conclusion

Further research is needed to validate these findings across diverse clinical settings.

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Original Source(s)

Transforming surgical ward rounds: constructivist pedagogy, structured models, and intelligent technologies

  • by Linkun Zhong, Cong Zhou, Jianhang Miao, Jinghang Dong, Lili Luo, Chizhuai Liu, Yutong Li

  • July 7, 2026

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