A novel simulator model and standardized assessment tools for fine needle aspiration cytology training.

Objectives: Fine needle aspiration (FNA) is an invaluable diagnostic procedure for evaluation of lesions; however, acquisition of diagnostic material is dependent on the skill of the practitioner. We report a novel patient simulator for teaching the FNA procedure and structured assessment tools for educators and learners.

Methods: We created a novel simulator model for FNA training, employed a standardized teaching module, and assessed procedure utility in medical students.