PT  - JOURNAL ARTICLE
AU  - Hetaimish, Bandar M.
TI  - Sawbones laboratory in orthopedic surgical training
AID  - 10.15537/smj.2016.4.13575
DP  - 2016 Apr 01
TA  - Saudi Medical Journal
PG  - 348--353
VI  - 37
IP  - 4
4099  - http://smj.org.sa/content/37/4/348.short
4100  - http://smj.org.sa/content/37/4/348.full
SO  - Saudi Med J2016 Apr 01; 37
AB  - Sawbones are artificial bones designed to simulate the bone architecture, as well as the bone’s physical properties. The incorporation of sawbones simulation laboratories in many orthopedic training programs has provided the residents with flexibility in learning and scheduling that align with their working hour limitations. This review paper deliberates the organization of sawbones simulation in orthopedic surgical training to enhance trainee’s future learning. In addition, it explores the implications of sawbones simulation in orthopedic surgical teaching and evaluation. It scrutinizes the suitability of practicing on sawbones at the simulation laboratory to improve orthopedic trainee’s learning. This will be followed with recommendations for future enhancement of sawbones simulation-based learning in orthopedic surgical training.