“Theatrum anatomicum” - A revived teaching facility in gross anatomy

In this teaching operating theatre students and doctors will meet to study anatomical structures. In a simulated operating setting, surgeons will demonstrate invasive procedures and operative techniques on donated bodies. About 50 students can be positioned on a grandstand at a short distance to the operating table to follow the “operation” or anatomical demonstrations. Students can also learn how to behave in a sterile environment before they are actually confronted with this new situation during their first clinical clerkship. The anatomical theatre is supposed to be integrated in preclinical and clinical medical education as well as in advanced professional education for suitable sub-specialties. We are confident that the anatomical theatre will further improve students' motivation and their efforts in gaining knowledge in the field of gross anatomy because of its clinical relevance.