The Multidisciplinary Surgical Simulation Lab provides a state-of-the-art platform for hands-on education of surgical trainees in the Departments of Otolaryngology, Neurosurgery and Ophthalmology.

The lab features the latest equipment and audiovisual resources to enhance the surgical training of medical students, residents, fellows and trained practitioners in the interrelated fields.

A total of 16 desk-style workstations feature Leica M320 surgical microscopes and Stryker power and endoscopy consoles. Four additional stations feature Stryker overhead OR lighting.

A touch screen router provides audiovisual integration of all camera-equipped workstations, maximizing the exposure of participants to varied surgical experiences and conditions.

Cadaveric and fabricated models allow students to learn and practice relevant anatomy and procedures in a risk-free environment. Integrated high definition cameras provide still image and video recordings of surgical and endoscopic procedures for both real-time and archival review.

The facility is located on the 6th floor of Farrell Learning and Teaching Center on the medical school campus of Washington University in St. Louis. For more information, or to discuss using the lab for your training event, please contact the lab director:

Brian T. Faddis, PhD
Dept. Otolaryngology
Campus Box 8115
660 S. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-747-3665