Development and Pilot-Testing of a Feasible, Reliable, and Valid Operative Competency Assessment Tool for Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Abstract

Our results and experience suggest that a feasible, reliable, and valid instrument for objective evaluation of operative competency can be developed for ESS. Further experience at other otolaryngology programs and efforts focused on faculty development will be needed to enhance faculty buy-in. The instrument can be used for formative and summative feedback as well as for identifying residents needing remediation.