Myringotomy and tympanostomy tube placement is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in the United States. Despite being the first procedure learned by a junior resident in otolaryngology, it’s usually not practiced prior to a first attempt on a patient. A lack of training leads to a heightened risk of injuries to the ear canal, longer times spent in surgery, and increased costs and recovery times. There is a significant unmet need for a method by which physicians can practice these microsurgical skills in a manner that is transferable to actual practice.
