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Simulation in general surgery has had many advances in recent years. From the development of a variety of simulators to the creation of national skills curricula, the establishment of the accredited education institute network, and the refinement of assessment tools and metrics, the progress achieved signals a very bright future for the field. Surgical simulation will continue bringing the education and assessment of surgical trainees and practicing surgeons to new levels and is destined to improve patient care and outcomes.

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