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682 Assessment of a novel cordocentesis simulation model Brian C. Brost, Melissa K. Kozakiewicz, Sarah T. Shepard, Courtney M. Vandermeersch, Joshua F. Nitsche Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC OBJECTIVE: To determine the practicality of a low-cost cordocentesis simulation model in medical education. STUDY DESIGN: This is a cross-sectional study conducted utilizing a paper survey given to faculty and fellows from multiple institutions attending a regional ultrasound-guided simulation workshop. The cordocentesis model was placed in a water filled container with ballistic gel on top of the container to represent the uterine wall. The participants were surveyed after using the model. RESULTS: 22 people attending the workshop attempted the cordocentesis model. The study group consisted of 5 MaternalFetal Medicine (MFM) faculty and 6 PGY-7, 3 PGY-6, and 8 PGY-5 MFM fellows. 18% of participants had not previously performed any type of ultrasound guided needle procedures. 91% of participants agreed the cordocentesis model appeared realistic on ultrasound. Survey responses regarding needle passage feel, difficulty and technique were considered from those participants with previous experience performing cordocentesis. All 8 of these participants noted the passage of the needle through the model felt realistic. 62.5% of those with previous experience performing cordocentesis stated the