Abstract
Simulation-based medical education (SBME) is utilized for the training of ultrasound-related clinical skills such as intravenous cannulation and nerve blocking, due to its ability to offer a secure and controlled training environment [1].
Commercially available ultrasound simulators are a feasible yet expensive option. The “gold standard” in ultrasound simulation training is the CAE Blue Phantom Ultrasound Simulator. This simulator offers precise imaging and an authentic learning experience. However, the basic vascular ultrasound training block by CAE Blue Phantom is priced at $812.38 Canadian dollars (CAD) per unit [2]. Hence, our study aims to develop a low-cost, anatomically precise and standardized ultrasound training simulator with the use of silicone, ballistic gel, and 3D printing technology.
