How can modern technology help in the training of future surgeons? David-Ian McGregor University College London KnowledgeKnowledge PracticePractice Contents Knowledge Practice Acquiring knowledge (1of 2) Personal Digital Assistants Acquiring knowledge (2 of 2)Telesurgery Acquiring practice (1of 2) Virtual Reality Acquiring practice (2 of 2) New assessment techniques Eye-tracking Eye-tracking Brain Imaging Brain Imaging Aggarwal et al (2008) New technologies for the surgical curriculum. World Journal of Surgery. ExpensiveExpensive Technology: A realistic appraisal Can fail Can fail Old methods are still valuable Old methods are still valuable Conclusions Modern technology can help in the training of future surgeons: Easier and faster acquisition of knowledgeEasier and faster acquisition of knowledge Safer and better assessed acquisition of practiceSafer and better assessed acquisition of practice The modern trainee