Discussion
The purpose of the study was to analyse if it was possible to establish simulator teaching over a large geographical distance (900 km) and if this type of training was well received by the medical students. Furthermore, it was evaluated if TM objectively improved the outcome of the simulator exercises.The present study provides evidence that it is possible to administer simulator training of basic surgical skills over large distances, which is well received by students (Table Moreover, this study confirms the still present male dominance regarding computer gaming experience (Fig. Furthermore, the use and incorporation of telehealth and video conferences skyrocketed during the evolve of the Covid-19 pandemic [Therefore, in this study, the positive effects that TM could have in facilitating basic surgical skills simulator training among medical students are suggested.