Current training landscape for novice robotic surgeons: an international investigative survey by the Junior-ERUS/Young academic urologists (YAU) robotics in urology working group - Takeaways - MDSpire

Current training landscape for novice robotic surgeons: an international investigative survey by the Junior-ERUS/Young academic urologists (YAU) robotics in urology working group

  • By

  • Christoph Würnschimmel

  • Mike Wenzel

  • Marcio Covas Moschovas

  • Paolo Dell’Oglio

  • Marco Paciotti

  • Carlo Andrea Bravi

  • Ruben De Groote

  • Fabrizio Di Maida

  • Federico Piramide

  • Filippo Turri

  • Iulia Andras

  • Gabriele Sorce

  • Nikolaos Liakos

  • Alberto Breda

  • Alessandro Larcher

  • August 1, 2025

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    A structured robotic training program is essential for novice surgeons, ensuring adequate caseload and education.

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    The survey revealed that 82.5% of respondents offer robotic training, with 58% accepting applicants from outside their institutions.

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    Most institutions provide simulator-based training (89%) and hands-on experience in the operating theatre (65%).

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    41% of respondents reported performing over 500 robotic cases annually, ensuring a robust training environment.

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    The survey aims to create a comprehensive overview of institutions offering robotic education to guide novice surgeons.

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Current training landscape for novice robotic surgeons: an international investigative survey by the Junior-ERUS/Young academic urologists (YAU) robotics in urology working group

  • by Christoph Würnschimmel, Mike Wenzel, Marcio Covas Moschovas, Paolo Dell’Oglio, Marco Paciotti, Carlo Andrea Bravi, Ruben De Groote, Fabrizio Di Maida, Federico Piramide, Filippo Turri, Iulia Andras, Gabriele Sorce, Nikolaos Liakos, Alberto Breda, Alessandro Larcher

  • August 1, 2025

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