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Whole‐body donation through the lens of Shona culture and Christian religion in Zimbabwe Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-17 Varaidzo Dongo, Samson Chengetanai, Fidelis Chibhabha
Voluntary donation is the ethically acceptable method for whole‐body acquisition for anatomy education worldwide. In Africa, educational institutions struggle with this since many people remain unwilling to donate their bodies due to the strong influence of cultural and religious beliefs in decision‐making. As part of wider efforts to improve the ethical sourcing of bodies in Zimbabwean medical schools
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Donor memorialization practices at religious institutions in the United States Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-13 Jeremy J. Grachan, Rhiannon Robinson, Julie Doll, Kelsey Stevens, Bobbie J. Leeper
Many institutions worldwide honor the gift of human body donors through memorial services, ceremonies, and various other means, such as guided reflection or art activities. Memorial services can vary when it comes to the name, who is involved in the planning, and who may attend. Within the United States, the role of religion in the planning and delivery of these ceremonies at religious institutions
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Investigating the impact of remote neuroanatomy education during the COVID‐19 pandemic using online examination performance in a National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-11 Calvin D. De Louche, Charles Taylor, Veronique B. N. Weiss, Damian Amendra, Janet Philp, Rachel Parrott, Samuel Hall, Scott Border
Neuroanatomy is a notoriously challenging subject for medical students to learn. Due to the coronavirus disease‐19 (COVID‐19) pandemic, anatomical education transitioned to an online format. We assessed student performance in, and attitudes toward, an online neuroanatomy assessment compared to an in‐person equivalent, as a marker of the efficacy of remote neuroanatomy education. Participants in the
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Efficacy of plastinated specimens in anatomy education: A systematic review and meta‐analysis Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-09 Julian Shu Kai Goh, Ramya Chandrasekaran, Srinivasa Rao Sirasanagandla, Sanchalika Acharyya, Sreenivasulu Reddy Mogali
Plastination, a permanent preservation method for human tissues and organs, is increasingly being used in anatomy education. However, there is a paucity of systematic reviews and meta‐analyses summarizing the educational efficacy of plastinated specimens. This meta‐analysis compared the assessment scores of students exposed to plastinated specimens against those exposed to other common instructional
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“Spine to the future”—A narrative review of anatomy engagement Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-08 Adam M. Taylor, Quenton Wessels
Anatomy has been integral to medical and health education for centuries, it has also had a significant role in wider public life, as an educational resource, a link to their health, and also as a darker deterrent. Historically, public engagement in anatomy is hallmarked by public dissections of convicted criminals across the globe. Artists, specifically non‐medical men, such as Leonardo da Vinci, are
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A comparison of virtual reality anatomy models to prosections in station‐based anatomy teaching Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-08 Geetika Ail, Frances Freer, Chui Shan Chan, Melissa Jones, John Broad, Gian Paulo Canale, Pedro Elston, Jessica Leeney, Paula Vickerton
Immersive virtual reality (i‐VR) is a powerful tool that can be used to explore virtual models in three dimensions. It could therefore be a valuable tool to supplement anatomical teaching by providing opportunities to explore spatial anatomical relationships in a virtual environment. However, there is a lack of consensus in the literature as to its effectiveness as a teaching modality when compared
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Persistence of changed attitudes among students in an integrated anatomy curriculum Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-06 Martina J. Rosenberg, Rebecca S. Hartley
Many medical schools in the United States have integrated anatomy into an organ‐based preclinical curriculum with some schools using anatomy as the cornerstone of their reorganization efforts. Curricular change could affect one or more of the three domains of learning, with the cognitive domain often scrutinized exclusively. A previous study reported the impact of anatomy integration on the affective
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Public human dissection and societal connect of anatomical sciences: A glorious association in the past but ethically forbidden practice at present Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-05 Sanjib Kumar Ghosh, Sourav Bhattacharjee
Under the futuristic vision of anatomical sciences, a strong societal connection is mandatory. The anatomical practice experienced robust societal participation through public human dissection from the 16th century onward. With a perspective to explore the intersection of spirituality with anatomy, the present study analyzed this momentous period. From a spiritual perspective, the study also reflects
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Battle of the sections: Student outcomes and course feedback support combined prosection and dissection laboratory formats to maximize student success Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-03 Charles Coker, Robert S. Rogers, Blair Freed, Robert Steele, Monica N. Kinde, Galina Danilova, Schoen W. Kruse, Jennifer F. Dennis
Gross anatomy laboratories frequently utilize dissection or prosection formats within medical curricula. Practical examination scores are consistent across the formats, yet these examinations assessed larger anatomical structures. In contrast, a single report noted improved scores when prosection was used in the hand and foot regions, areas that are more difficult to dissect. The incorporation of prosected
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Anatomical Sciences Education Vol. 17, Issue 3, 2024 Cover Image Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-03
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Motivation to learn in university science students studying anatomy: A mixed‐methods analysis of what drives learning Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-02 Brooke R. Willoughby, Natasha A. M. S. Flack, Rebecca J. Bird, Stephanie J. Woodley
Exploring student motivation to learn is a research area that has rapidly expanded over the past decade, especially as the COVID‐19 pandemic continues to influence education. In the field of anatomy, most research about motivation to learn targets medical and other health professional students, but little is known about factors that drive students enrolled in science degrees. The aims of this mixed‐methods
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Anatomy beyond the pandemic: A Q‐methodology study exploring student perceptions toward a hybrid curriculum Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-02 Sai Gayathri Metla, Noori Akhtar‐Danesh, Jessica Saini, Ilana Bayer, Yasmeen Mezil, Danielle Brewer‐Deluce, Bruce C. Wainman
As a result of the COVID‐19 pandemic, anatomy education was forced to adopt online modes of delivery. Previous research on student views revealed areas of strong preference (asynchronous lectures) and strong dislike (virtual specimens) in online anatomy courses. The current study seeks to compare the views of a single cohort of students experiencing both online and in‐person undergraduate introductory
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“My Dead Body”: Development, production, and reception of a documentary that publicly displays the dissection of a human donor Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Claire F. Smith, Danya Stone, Ross Munro, Aiden Jayanth, Catherine M. Hennessy, Dominic O'Brien, Camilla Ingram, Geetika Ail, Michael Koenig, Laura Arnold, Matthew Bemment, Malcolm Johnston
Recently, there has been an emphasis on keeping the study of anatomy using donor material confined to the domain of medical and allied healthcare professionals. Given the abundance of both accurate and inaccurate information online, coupled with a heightened focus on health following the COVID‐19 pandemic, one may question whether it is time to review who can access learning anatomy using donors. In
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Prospective comparative study on enhancing geometrical mental representation and anatomical learning in medical students through modeling clay as an assessment tool Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Yassine Yachou, Olivier Samson, Olivier Lasvergnas
While traditional anatomy education often emphasizes passive learning and rote memorization, it seldom employs constructivist theories that focus on active, hands‐on experiences for effective learning. This study tests the hypothesis that tactile experiences with modeling clay enhance geometric mental representation more effectively than verbal descriptions. We examine the potential of clay modeling
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Dissecting human anatomy learning process through anatomical education with augmented reality: AEducAR 2.0, an updated interdisciplinary study Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Irene Neri, Laura Cercenelli, Massimo Marcuccio, Simone Lodi, Foteini‐Dionysia Koufi, Antonietta Fazio, Maria Vittoria Marvi, Emanuela Marcelli, Anna Maria Billi, Alessandra Ruggeri, Achille Tarsitano, Lucia Manzoli, Giovanni Badiali, Stefano Ratti
Anatomical education is pivotal for medical students, and innovative technologies like augmented reality (AR) are transforming the field. This study aimed to enhance the interactive features of the AEducAR prototype, an AR tool developed by the University of Bologna, and explore its impact on human anatomy learning process in 130 second‐year medical students at the International School of Medicine
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Giving a voice to our silent teachers: Whole body donation from the donor perspective at one donation program in the United States Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Lauren K. Bagian, Danielle C. Davis, Ryan C. Parker, Claudia F. Mosley, Joy Y. Balta
Human body donors play a crucial role in anatomical education, research, and clinical skills training, and those interested in anatomical donation may bequeath their bodies to body donation programs (BDPs). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the perspective of body donors on the donation process in order to make recommendations for improvement that align with donor values. A survey was administered
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Inspired anatomy education: Might God be relevant? Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-22 Sean P. Sullivan, Jonathan Barnes
Anatomy education is essential for developing healthcare professionals, and discussion continues about factors that impact and improve the anatomy learning environment. Neglected in this discussion is a consideration of the diverse religious assumptions and beliefs that college students bring to anatomy learning. Surveys of religion among United States college students indicate that many identify as
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An analysis of the relationship of “the Mozart effect” with BDNF levels in anatomy education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-21 Emine Petekkaya, Demet Ünalmış Aykar, Zülal Kaptan
In 1993, an increase was observed in the spatial IQ scores of the volunteers who listened to Mozart's sonata K448 for 10 min, and this phenomenon entered the literature as the “Mozart effect.” Other studies have shown that this effect is particularly evident in spatial skill tests. A large body of research has provided evidence that spatial ability is associated with success in learning anatomy. In
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Doing more with less: Realistic stereoscopic three‐dimensional anatomical modeling from smartphone photogrammetry Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 Alex Morichon, Guillaume Dannhoff, Laurent Barantin, Christophe Destrieux, Igor Lima Maldonado
Traditional teaching methods struggle to convey three‐dimensional concepts effectively. While 3D virtual models and virtual reality platforms offer a promising approach to teaching anatomy, their cost and specialized equipment pose limitations, especially in disadvantaged areas. A simpler alternative is to use virtual 3D models displayed on regular screens, but they lack immersion, realism, and stereoscopic
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A pilot study on gamified and conventional e‐quizzes reinforcing human histology among first‐year medical and physiotherapy students Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 María‐del‐Mar Romero‐Alemán
The present retrospective, descriptive, and quasi‐experimental study aimed to explore students' perceptions of traditional teaching combined with gamified and nongamified e‐tests for postlecture reinforcement. Midterm knowledge retention and academic performance were also analyzed. The study was conducted from February 2021 to May 2022, involving a single group of first‐year medical and physiotherapy
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Implementing virtual reality technology to teach medical college systemic anatomy: A pilot study Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 Meng‐Lin Liao, Chi‐Chuan Yeh, June‐Horng Lue, Ming‐Fong Chang
It can be difficult for some students to learn three‐dimensional anatomical structure concepts. While virtual reality (VR) systems have been reported as helpful for learning, there has been scarce research on either VR teaching strategies or the influence of visually induced motion sickness (VIMS) in the context of large anatomy classes (i.e., over 100 students). The study thus aimed to (1) establish
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Three‐dimensional modeling in anatomy—Tool or terror? Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Seth M. Alexander, Kaylyn B. Pogson‐Morowitz, Corey S. Johnson
Three‐dimensional (3D) modeling is a recent, innovative approach to teaching anatomy. There is little literature, however, to suggest how 3D modeling is best used to teach students and whether or not students can gain the same level of understanding as they might use more traditional, hands‐on, teaching methods. This study evaluated the use of a 3D modeling software in both a flipped classroom curriculum
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Emerging trends on the anatomy teaching reforms in the last 10 years: Based on VOSviewer and CiteSpace Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Makliya Mamat, Lin Li, Shaofang Kang, Yiyong Chen
The study of organism structural composition, known as anatomy, is essential in comprehending the intricate arrangements of life and plays a crucial role in medical education and practice. It bridges foundational and clinical disciplines, shaping medical education, and practice. With evolving technology, medical education faces new challenges necessitating pedagogical innovations. This article explores
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The centrality of awe as a spiritual disposition in anatomy education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Alexander P. Kuehl, Rebecca Letterman
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT We have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Reimagining human dissection in preclinical medical education using studio‐based learning: A retrospective pilot study Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Yin Leung, Kevin Loktin Ho, Long Yung, Mei Kuen Florence Tang
Human dissections in the current medical curriculum are conducted using a checklist approach to prioritize the exposure of anatomical structures. In this setting, anatomy educators are labored to enhance their engagement during the dissection. To address this issue, we considered the current medical education pedagogies and identified a novel approach of studio‐based learning (SBL) for application
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Faith and facts: Exploring the intersection of religion and science among anatomy educators Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 William S. Brooks, Joseph E. Deweese, Adam B. Wilson
The intersection of religion and science often elicits polarizing views among scientists, though approximately half of American scientists identify as religious. Mounting evidence also supports the role of spirituality in comprehensive patient care. The purpose of this study was to explore the religiosity of faculty who teach in the anatomical sciences at U.S. colleges and universities. Surveys were
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From 2D slices to a 3D model: Training students in digital microanatomy analysis techniques through a 3D printed neuron project Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-20 Jordan M. Renna, Katelyn B. Sondereker, Christopher L. Cors, Sara N. Chaszeyka, Kristin N. Keenan, Michael R. Corigliano, Lindsey A. Milgrom, Jessica R. Onyak, Edward J. Hamad, Maureen E. Stabio
The reconstruction of two-dimensional (2D) slices to three-dimensional (3D) digital anatomical models requires technical skills and software that are becoming increasingly important to the modern anatomist, but these skills are rarely taught in undergraduate science classrooms. Furthermore, learning opportunities that allow students to simultaneously explore anatomy in both 2D and 3D space are increasingly
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The Clinical Anatomy Fellowship: Revolutionizing curricular experiences for faculty and students Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Celeste M. Murtha, Grace E. Thiel, Jennifer F. Dennis, Mari Hopper
Fellows completing the Clinical Anatomy Fellowship at Kansas City University assist Anatomy faculty in the Gross Anatomy laboratory, complete robust research projects, and support other departments. The program's positive impact on participants has been reported; however, the impact on individuals interfacing with Fellows has not been investigated. A follow-up, survey-based (Likert scale, multiple-choice
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Student's perspectives of inclusive practices in anatomy education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Georga Jane Longhurst, Peter J. Bazira, Gabrielle Maria Finn
There is a drive to implement inclusive practices in anatomy by adapting curricula and utilizing inclusive language and resources that negate biases. However, to date there is no data regarding student's perception of inclusivity. Therefore, the study aims to investigate anatomy student's opinions on inclusive practices in anatomy education based on the protected characteristics of age, disability
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Anatomical knowledge enhancement through echocardiography and videos, with a spotlight on cognitive load, self-efficacy, and motivation Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Vicky Vandenbossche, Martin Valcke, Emmanuel Audenaert, Wouter Willaert
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of integrating ultrasound into undergraduate medical curricula. However, empirical evidence is lacking as to its effect on anatomy learning and related student cognition. Therefore, the present study compared the impact of echocardiography-based instruction with narrated videos on students' understanding of anatomical relationships
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Windows into spatial cognition: Mechanisms by which gesture-based instruction improve anatomy learning Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Asish George, Doris George Yohannan
The ability to create efficient “mental models” or representations of anatomical structures is crucial for achieving competence in most areas of anatomy. Gesture-based teaching has been recognized to lighten cognitive loads and allow superior mental model creation compared to non-gestural teaching practices. This commentary explores the cognitive basis and possible mechanisms behind this advantage
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Immersive virtual reality and augmented reality in anatomy education: A systematic review and meta-analysis Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Paloma García-Robles, Irene Cortés-Pérez, Francisco Antonio Nieto-Escámez, Héctor García-López, Esteban Obrero-Gaitán, María Catalina Osuna-Pérez
The purpose of this review was to (1) analyze the effectiveness of immersive virtual reality (iVR) and augmented reality (AR) as teaching/learning resources (collectively called XR-technologies) for gaining anatomy knowledge compared to traditional approaches and (2) gauge students' perceptions of the usefulness of these technologies as learning tools. This meta-analysis, previously registered in PROSPERO
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Macro and micro ethics in fetal and embryological collections: Exploring the paradigms of informed consent among Australian education-focused stakeholders Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Joyce El-Haddad, Nalini Pather
The management of human fetal and embryological collections presents an ethical challenge that can be explored from different perspectives, particularly when considering informed consent. The “micro ethics” level focuses on parties engaged in giving and receiving human tissue while the “macro ethics” level focusses on the collective responsibility of the discipline and society. Additionally, adopting
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From generosity to gratitude: Exploring Islamic views on body donation, human dissection, and honoring the gift of life Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-08 Siti Nurma Hanim Hadie, Hosam Eldeen Elsadig Gasmalla, Majed M. Wadi, Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin, Muhamad Saiful Bahri Yusoff
Human dissection is an ancient pedagogical method that is still relevant in modern anatomy curricula. The body procurement process for dissection purposes has undergone significant evolution from the medieval era until now, whereby body donation has become the main source for human bodies in medical education. The appreciation ceremony for body donors is an excellent way to promote a body donation
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Of mice (dogs, horses, sheep) and men: A novel comparative anatomy dissection course in a United Kingdom university Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-05 Craig I. Johnson, Lucy E. Hyde, Thomas Cornwall, Michelle Spear
At the University of Bristol, we established a novel dissection course to complement our anatomy degree. Students enrolled in this undergraduate course are trained as comparative anatomists, with equal time given to both human and veterinary anatomy. Historically, students opted to dissect either human or veterinary donors as part of the course. To fully reflect the comparative nature of the degree
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Exploring reliable photogrammetry techniques for 3D modeling in anatomical research and education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-05 Nicolas Van Vlasselaer, Benyameen Keelson, Aldo Scafoglieri, Erik Cattrysse
In anatomical research and education, three-dimensional visualization of anatomical structures is crucial for understanding spatial relationships in diagnostics, surgical planning, and teaching. While computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offer valuable insights, they are often expensive and require specialized resources. This study explores photogrammetry as an affordable and
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Investigating the status of whole-body donation across the United States of America Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 Lauren K. Bagian, Taylor B. Wyatt, Claudia F. Mosley, Joy Y. Balta
Dissection of human body donors is a valuable part of anatomical education, research, and clinical training. In the United States, deceased human bodies are predominantly sourced through whole-body donation programs (BDPs) housed by academic institutions. Due to the lack of information regarding BDPs, the aim of this study was to gather information from US BDPs through a survey to better understand
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Does religiosity play a role in anatomy learning? Perspectives from Pasifika students at the University of Otago Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-30 Ilaisaane Foli Fakapulia, Willie Solomona Time, Genevieve TuiSamoa, Latika Samalia, Erik Wibowo
Religion is an important aspect in Pacific cultures and may influence how Pasifika students learn anatomy. Traditional constructs in Pacific cultures, such as tapu (forbidden/taboo) and sacred relationships, and/or Christian values are where spirituality is most commonly perceived among Pacific people. Although Pacific people are not homogenous, tapu is a concept that permeates all of Pacific cultures
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A comparison of student perspectives on body donation across healthcare professional programs: From prosection- to dissection-based curricula Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 Alexandra Claveria, Dona Bachour, Joy Y. Balta, Rosetta Antonacci, Nicole M. Ventura, Geoffroy P. J. C. Noel
Donor-centered education offers students the opportunity to not only acquire visual and tactile experiences for applying anatomical knowledge but also a chance for students to reflect upon fundamental humanistic principles. The exploration of differences in students' viewpoints on body donation and the utilization of body donors in their education remains unexplored across various healthcare professional
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Exploring the use of a digital anatomy learning platform in a second-year medical student cohort Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-30 Jaudon Ron Foiret, Mariette Volschenk
Digital anatomy learning platforms hold potential academic benefits, yet there is currently no universally accepted pedagogical framework guiding their utilization. This study applied the lens of Laurillard's conversational framework to explore second-year medical students' experiences with a digital anatomy learning platform at a South African university. An explanatory sequential mixed methods design
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On creation, pneumothorax, death, and the breath of God Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-25 Robbie Maakestad
“The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.” —Genesis 1:2 1 “Then the LORD God formed the man of dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living creature.” —Genesis 2:7 2 And what power contained in such breath! Imagine it, that first time: air entering
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Whole body donation for teaching in Ghana: The perspectives of medical doctors Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Benjamin Arko-Boham, Kofi Ampofo Abankwah, Kevin Adutwum-Ofosu, John Ahenkorah, Bismarck Afedo Hottor, Nii Koney-Kwaku Koney
Historically, both donated bodies and unclaimed bodies have been the sources of human bodies for anatomy dissection globally with the latter discouraged for ethical reasons. Ghana lacks well-established body-donation programs, thus relying heavily on unclaimed bodies. Medical doctors benefit foremost from human bodies in their training and therefore should have a better disposition toward body bequeathal
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Application of augmented reality models of canine skull in veterinary anatomical education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Nan Jiang, Zhongling Jiang, Yufeng Huang, Mingju Sun, Xuejing Sun, Yanjun Huan, Fangzheng Li
Veterinary anatomy plays a crucial role in the curriculum for veterinary medicine and surgery. The integration of modern information technology in veterinary education can greatly benefit from innovative tools such as augmented reality (AR) applications. The aim of this study was to develop an accurate and interactive three-dimensional (3D) digital model of an animal skull using AR technology, aiming
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Employment benefits across U.S. allopathic medical schools: National norms and relationships with institutional wealth Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Brian J. Goldberg, Christopher Ferrigno, Sabrina F. Schundler, Eric S. Norrell, Leah Fox, Sabrina Woods, Adam B. Wilson
This study summarizes employment benefits from across 155 U.S. allopathic medical schools, investigates differences in employment benefits according to institutional characteristics, and explores possible connections between employment benefits and institutional wealth. Employment benefits data were extracted from institutions’ websites across four categories: time-off, time-away, retirement contributions
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Living and post-mortem CT scans in the gross anatomy lab: A study investigating differences in first-year medical students' exam performance and perceptions Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-11 William Brown, Sam Afshari, Megan Zhou, Jacob Lythgoe, Ryan Walsh, Abigail C. Hielscher
Basic competency in radiological imaging is essential for physicians to identify and manage diseases. An optimal place in which to include imaging in the medical curriculum is during anatomy as students can correlate the 3D anatomy from their body donors with the 2D cross-sectional anatomy. The goal of this project was to enhance first-year medical students' knowledge of cross-sectional imaging in
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The prevalence of ultrasound curricula in a sampling of U.S. physician assistant programs and recommendations for common ultrasound objectives: A national survey Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Morgan Parker, Laura Johnson, Roland Paquette, Alan Sakaguchi, Rekha Kar
An increasing number of practicing physician assistants (PAs) are using ultrasound (US) in clinical settings. However, a lack of US learning objectives for PA students limits the optimal integration of this imaging modality in PA curricula. This study surveyed PA program directors across the United States to create a list of US learning objectives for PA students and to gauge their attitudes toward
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Teaching respect for body donors: A US medical student perspective Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-05 William J. Choi
Recent controversies over the mismanagement of body donors in US medical schools have raised public concerns over the ethical treatment of bodies in “anatomical gift” programs. Despite widespread moral outrage at such cases, medical students may still make seemingly inconsequential mistakes or jokes that in fact constitute acts of disrespect. This may partially be attributed to the process of desensitization
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Learning functional human anatomy with a new interactive three-dimensional digital tool Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Mélanie Gallot, Franck di Rienzo, Marion Binay, Christian Collet, Nady Hoyek
Human anatomy requires understanding spatial relationships among anatomical structures and is often perceived as difficult to learn by students. To overcome this concern, several digital tools exist with some strengths and limitations among which the lack of interactivity especially for complex functional anatomy learning. In this way, a new interactive three-dimensional tool called Antepulsio was
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Honoring human body donors: Five core themes to consider regarding ethical treatment and memorialization Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Bobbie J. Leeper, Jeremy J. Grachan, Rhiannon Robinson, Julie Doll, Kelsey Stevens
Dissection of human body donors is a common component of anatomy curricula, as it provides opportunities for tactile and intellectual engagement unmatched otherwise. Additionally, interaction with human body donors contributes to the “hidden curriculum” of allowing students to begin to ethically practice patient care with empathy, respect, and compassion. With this, there have been various proposed
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Does regular attendance in supplemental virtual near-peer tutoring in anatomy laboratory content improve anatomy performance for medical students? Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-05 Julie E. Doty, Nathan E. Thompson
Near-peer tutoring (NPT) programs are popular vehicles to supplement traditional delivery of medical school curricula, including for anatomy laboratory (AL) content. While NPT programs can result in improved preclinical coursework performance for tutees, little to no data specifically show a benefit of NPT in AL course performance. In 2021, NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine launched an NPT program
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ASE's next chapter: New horizons in anatomy and medical education Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-03 Jason M. Organ
In the inaugural issue of Anatomical Sciences Education (ASE), published in January 2008, co-Editors-in-Chief, Dr. Rick Drake and Dr. Wojciech Pawlina, outlined a vision for the journal to become the “preferred place where anatomy educators can find the best work produced by their colleagues, and the broader education community can see and appreciate achievements in our field.”1 To say that this vision
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Transfer of learning in histology: Insights from a longitudinal study Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-29 Dogus Darici, Kristina Flägel, Katharina Sternecker, Markus Missler
All anatomical educators hope that students apply past training to both similar and new tasks. This two-group longitudinal study investigated the development of such transfer of learning in a histology course. After 0, 10, and 20 sessions of the 10-week-long course, medical students completed theoretical tasks, examined histological slides trained in the course (retention task), and unfamiliar histological
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Human dissection for anesthesiology resident training augments anatomical knowledge and clinical skills Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-20 Patrick Maffucci, Chang H. Park, Mo Shirur, Benjamin Hyers, Adam I. Levine, Daniel Katz, Garrett W. Burnett, Jeffrey T. Laitman
Anatomy is an essential component of clinical anesthesiology. The use of simulated patients and alternative materials, including embalmed human bodies, have become increasingly common during resident physician training due to the deemphasis on anatomical education during undergraduate medical training. In this report, the need for a more extensive review of relevant anatomy for the practice of anesthesiology
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Objects drawn from haptic perception and vision-based spatial abilities Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-18 Jean Langlois, Stanley J. Hamstra, Yvan Dagenais, Renald Lemieux, Marc Lecourtois, Elizabeth Yetisir, Christian Bellemare, Germain Bergeron, George A. Wells
Haptic perception is used in the anatomy laboratory with the handling of three-dimensional (3D) prosections, dissections, and synthetic models of anatomical structures. Vision-based spatial ability has been found to correlate with performance on tests of 3D anatomy knowledge in previous studies. The objective was to explore whether haptic-based spatial ability was correlated with vision-based spatial
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Graduate anatomy education: How are we training the future generations of anatomy educators? Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-17 Tyler R. Hall, Claudia F. Mosley, Joy Y. Balta
The teaching of anatomy is relevant to many fields and anatomy teachers are in demand. Individuals with a graduate anatomy education are some of the most sought-after candidates to fill open teaching positions, but it is unclear as to what constitutes a graduate anatomy education. The purpose of this study was to investigate the components of a graduate anatomy education in the United States. A survey
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Creating evidence-based engaging online learning resources in neuroanatomy Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-17 James Booker, Charlotte Woodward, Charles Taylor, Alistair Robson, Scott Border
Online anatomical resources are rising in popularity since the COVID-19 pandemic, but the pedagogical principles and effectiveness of their use remain unclear. This article aims to demonstrate evidence-informed ways in which fellow educators can create engaging online learning resources in clinical neuroanatomy and compare the effectiveness of text-based and online learning resources. Data were analyzed
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Show them what they can't see! An evaluation of the use of customized 3D printed models in head and neck anatomy Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-14 Rocky Chun Chung Cheung, Jian Yang, Christian Fang, Man Fai Leung, Susan M. Bridges, George L. Tipoe
Difficulty in visualizing anatomical structures has been identified as a challenge in anatomy learning and the emergence of three-dimensional printed models (3DPMs) offers a potential solution. This study evaluated the effectiveness of 3DPMs for learning the arterial supply of the head and neck region. One hundred eighty-four undergraduate medical students were randomly assigned to one of four learning
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A comparison of pre- and post-clinical education learning preferences among medical students who elected to dissect compared to those who did not during the COVID-19 pandemic Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-05 Collin G. Liang, Masako Matsunaga, Melia Takakusagi, J DeMeo, Jesse D. Thompson, Christoph Rettenmeier, Güneş Aytaç, U-Young Lee, Scott Lozanoff
Anatomy instructional methods varied widely during the COVID-19 pandemic and programs are assessing innovations for retention. Learning preferences were assessed among medical students dichotomized as elective dissectors (ED) or non-dissectors (ND) during the COVID-19 partial re-opening in 2020 (preclinical) and again in 2022 after clinical exposure (post-clinical) to assess the viability of elective
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Using artificial intelligence to grade practical laboratory examinations: Sacrificing students' learning experiences for saving time? Anat. Sci. Educ. (IF 7.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-01 Victor H. Gonzalez, Spencer Mattingly, Jessica Wilhelm, Danielle Hemingson
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) by students has recently been made a key topic among educators because of the potential to transform students' learning experiences. However, the use of AI-based software by instructors has not received the same level of consideration despite its recent accessibility and prevalence. This contribution discusses the benefits, challenges, and limitations of commercial