Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study
Xiaoyang Zhou,* Kaijun Yi,* Yihua Shi Department of Orthopedics, Xiangyang No.1 People’s Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Yihua Shi, Department of Or...
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| description | Xiaoyang Zhou,* Kaijun Yi,* Yihua Shi Department of Orthopedics, Xiangyang No.1 People’s Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Yihua Shi, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangyang No.1 People’s Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 0710 3420011, Fax +86 0710 3420176, Email yihua19@163.comBackground: Traditional orthopedic teaching methods have inherent limitations in conveying complex three-dimensional anatomical relationships essential for surgical planning and execution. Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology offers a potential solution to these educational challenges, but systematic evaluation of its specific educational impact in orthopedic residency training remains limited.Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the educational efficacy of in-house 3D-printed patient-specific anatomical models in orthopedic training through assessment of three core domains: anatomical comprehension, surgical planning proficiency, and clinical teaching utility.Methods: In this analytical observational study, paper-based questionnaires were distributed to 145 orthopedic residents at Hubei University of Medicine who participated in clinical teaching sessions using 3D-printed anatomical models between January 2025 and March 2025. Participants rated their experiences on a 10-point Likert scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.Results: The response rate was 81.4% (n=118). A majority (85.6%) of residents reported enhanced understanding of complex anatomical structures. First-year residents demonstrated higher satisfaction (mean score 7.9) compared to more advanced trainees (mean scores 7.3 and 6.9). Small group settings (4– 6 participants) were preferred by 76.3% of respondents. Physical manipulation of models received the highest educational value rating (mean score 8.1). Primary limitations included production time (45.8%), material durability (38.6%), and limited model varieties (35.6%). Nearly half (43.2%) of residents requested more frequent practice sessions.Conclusion: 3D-printed anatomical models significantly enhance orthopedic resident education, particularly for complex structures and junior trainees. Small-group, instructor-guided implementation maximizes educational benefits. When strategically integrated into existing curricula, in-house production enables widespread access across training levels with minimal resource constraints.Keywords: 3D printing, orthopedic residency training, patient-specific anatomical models, educational assessment, tactile learning, surgical planning |
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| spelling | doaj-art-a9825d0c36b5411cb98c7528b12ec87e2025-08-20T04:02:27ZengDove Medical PressAdvances in Medical Education and Practice1179-72582025-08-01Volume 16Issue 113991409105638Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational StudyZhou X0Yi K1Shi Y2Department of OrthopedicsDepartment of OrthopedicsDepartment of OrthopedicsXiaoyang Zhou,* Kaijun Yi,* Yihua Shi Department of Orthopedics, Xiangyang No.1 People’s Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Yihua Shi, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangyang No.1 People’s Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 0710 3420011, Fax +86 0710 3420176, Email yihua19@163.comBackground: Traditional orthopedic teaching methods have inherent limitations in conveying complex three-dimensional anatomical relationships essential for surgical planning and execution. Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology offers a potential solution to these educational challenges, but systematic evaluation of its specific educational impact in orthopedic residency training remains limited.Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the educational efficacy of in-house 3D-printed patient-specific anatomical models in orthopedic training through assessment of three core domains: anatomical comprehension, surgical planning proficiency, and clinical teaching utility.Methods: In this analytical observational study, paper-based questionnaires were distributed to 145 orthopedic residents at Hubei University of Medicine who participated in clinical teaching sessions using 3D-printed anatomical models between January 2025 and March 2025. Participants rated their experiences on a 10-point Likert scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.Results: The response rate was 81.4% (n=118). A majority (85.6%) of residents reported enhanced understanding of complex anatomical structures. First-year residents demonstrated higher satisfaction (mean score 7.9) compared to more advanced trainees (mean scores 7.3 and 6.9). Small group settings (4– 6 participants) were preferred by 76.3% of respondents. Physical manipulation of models received the highest educational value rating (mean score 8.1). Primary limitations included production time (45.8%), material durability (38.6%), and limited model varieties (35.6%). Nearly half (43.2%) of residents requested more frequent practice sessions.Conclusion: 3D-printed anatomical models significantly enhance orthopedic resident education, particularly for complex structures and junior trainees. Small-group, instructor-guided implementation maximizes educational benefits. When strategically integrated into existing curricula, in-house production enables widespread access across training levels with minimal resource constraints.Keywords: 3D printing, orthopedic residency training, patient-specific anatomical models, educational assessment, tactile learning, surgical planninghttps://www.dovepress.com/orthopedic-trainees-perception-of-the-educational-utility-of-patient-s-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-AMEP3D printingOrthopedic residency trainingPatient-specific anatomical modelsEducational assessmentTactile learningSurgical planning |
| spellingShingle | Zhou X Yi K Shi Y Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study Advances in Medical Education and Practice 3D printing Orthopedic residency training Patient-specific anatomical models Educational assessment Tactile learning Surgical planning |
| title | Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study |
| title_full | Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study |
| title_fullStr | Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study |
| title_full_unstemmed | Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study |
| title_short | Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study |
| title_sort | orthopedic trainees amp rsquo perception of the educational utility of patient specific 3d printed anatomical models a questionnaire based observational study |
| topic | 3D printing Orthopedic residency training Patient-specific anatomical models Educational assessment Tactile learning Surgical planning |
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