“Empowering Residents in Vertigo Diagnosis: The Impact of Simulation-Based Education on Confidence and Clinical Readiness”
Khaled Zammar1, Majd AbuAlrob2, Abeer Safan3, Yahia Imam4
1Hamad Medical corporation, 2Hamad Medical Corporation, 3Hamad General Hospital, 4Hamad Medical Corporation Neurology Department
Objective:
This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a simulation-based educational (SBE) workshop in enhancing residents’ knowledge, confidence, and clinical approach in managing vertigo across Emergency Medicine, Neurology, and ENT specialties.
Background:
Vertigo is a prevalent and diagnostically challenging presentation in emergency departments, often requiring precise differentiation between central and peripheral causes.
Design/Methods:
A pre-post intervention study was conducted among 65 residents at Hamad General Hospital. Participants underwent a structured SBE workshop featuring case-based simulations, followed by debriefing sessions. Pre- and post-course surveys assessed clinical knowledge and self-reported confidence using Likert scales. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Wilcoxon signed-rank tests.
Results:
Descriptive analysis showed marked improvements across multiple domains of vertigo-related knowledge and skill confidence post-intervention. The average confidence scores increased significantly following the workshop. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test confirmed this improvement was statistically significant (Test Statistic = 71.0, p < 0.001), indicating the positive impact of the simulation on learners’ self-efficacy. Feedback also reflected strong satisfaction with the educational experience.
Conclusions:
The SBE workshop significantly improved residents’ confidence and preparedness in evaluating and managing vertigo cases. These findings support the integration of simulation-based methodologies in residency curricula, particularly for high-impact yet complex conditions like vertigo. Future directions include evaluating long-term retention and assessing the clinical practice impact.
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