When it comes to OB/GYN care, even the most experienced clinicians know that emergencies don’t wait for the “right moment.” Lives can change in seconds, and the ability to act quickly, confidently, and precisely can make all the difference. 

While routine procedures are performed frequently, some of the most dangerous and time-sensitive complications are rare. This creates a crucial challenge in resident education: how do you train providers to respond to emergencies they may never encounter until they’re in the operating room with a real patient at risk?

For years, medical training relied on observation, basic mannequins, or learning on patients under pressure. But today, expectations are evolving. As surgical complications and crisis responses become increasingly standardized, simulation training has emerged as the gold standard for preparing OB/GYN residents to manage high-stakes scenarios safely.

At Miyazaki Enterprises, we believe that every clinician deserves the opportunity to build skill  and muscle memory before they ever step into a live surgical environment. The Miya Model, the first affordable, true-to-life surgical training model for pelvic surgeries, was created with this mission at its core.

Why Simulation Training Matters More Than Ever

Complex emergencies in obstetrics and gynecology require more than theoretical knowledge. They require the ability to:

  • Make rapid decisions under stress
  • Communicate clearly as a surgical team
  • Execute precise techniques without hesitation
  • Maintain situational awareness while problem-solving

But those skills can’t be developed during a true emergency.

Simulation environments allow residents to rehearse rare but critical situations repeatedly, improving readiness and performance the moment a real patient needs them most.

As one of the fastest-growing educational priorities in women’s health, simulation training is now widely recognized as the standard of care for developing procedural competence, and for maintaining those skills across a clinician’s career.

Preparing for High-Risk Scenarios

OB/GYN emergencies are unpredictable. Below are some of the key situations where simulation plays a lifesaving role:

Postpartum Hemorrhage

One of the most common causes of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, postpartum hemorrhage requires:

    • Rapid diagnosis
    • Controlled surgical response
    • Team communication
  • Steadfast confidence

Simulation helps providers rehearse clamp, cut, and tie techniques while managing high-pressure bleeding control — reducing hesitation where seconds matter.

Uterine Rupture

Although rare, this surgical emergency is catastrophic if not managed immediately. Clinicians must be prepared to:

  • Recognize early warning signs

  • Act with precision in a high-stress environment

  • Perform emergency cesarean delivery or repair procedures

Practicing this scenario before encountering it in real life results in better outcomes for both mother and baby.

Complications in Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

With the rise of pelvic floor repairs and minimally invasive procedures, surgeons must prepare for:

  • Damage to critical ligaments and planes

  • Unexpected bleeding

  • Limited visualization during complex dissections

Hands-on repetition using realistic anatomy helps surgeons improve dexterity and reduce complication rates.

Bridging the Gap Between Observation and Action

The traditional apprenticeship model of “see one, do one, teach one” is no longer enough. Surgery requires muscle memory, something lectures or passive observation can’t provide.

That’s why the Miya Model is such a valuable innovation.

The Miya Model Advantage: Realistic Training for Real-World Outcomes

Developed by a practicing OB/GYN deeply involved in resident education, the Miya Model is designed to support the skills providers need most — especially in challenging scenarios. It allows surgeons to clamp, cut, tie, and dissect actual surgical planes with the tactile feedback they would experience in the OR. That includes:

  • Feeling the “pop” when passing needles through ligaments
  • Navigating the full pelvic anatomy with realism
  • Practicing dissection techniques that build confidence and accuracy

Supported procedures include:

  • Speculum exams
  • General pelvic exams
  • Vaginal hysterectomy (with or without bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy)
  • Transobturator slings (inside-out and outside-in)
  • Retropubic slings (top-down and bottom-up)
  • Vaginal wall dissection to the Arcus Tendineous Fascia Pelvis
  • Bilateral sacrospinous ligament suspension

These procedures reflect the very moments when surgical skill must be at its peak, not learned on the spot.

Repetition Creates Prepared, Confident Surgeons

Emergency readiness improves each time a resident:

  • Practices a new technique

  • Rehearses communication during crisis

  • Corrects mistakes in a safe environment

  • Builds familiarity with anatomy and instruments

  • Develops calm, coordinated responses under pressure

Simulation allows every resident, regardless of hospital caseload, to achieve the high-quality training required to keep patients safer.

Better Training. Better Outcomes. A Safer Future in Women’s Health.

Miyazaki Enterprises is proudly committed to supporting OB/GYN education worldwide. With both U.S. and Chinese patents, the Miya Model is already trusted by leading residency programs, advanced surgeons, and global training organizations.

Our mission is simple:

Make procedural mastery accessible, affordable, and effective so patients benefit from better-prepared, more confident providers.

By investing in simulation-based education, the entire healthcare system stands to gain:

  • Reduced surgical complications
  • Faster, more efficient emergency response
  • Stronger resident performance in the OR
  • Improved long-term outcomes for patients

Because when clinicians are trained for the unexpected, they are prepared to save lives.

Advancing the Future of OB/GYN Training

The Miya Model is more than a tool. It’s a transformation in how skilled pelvic care is taught. As more professionals adopt simulation-based learning, we move closer to a world where every provider is prepared for every scenario, no matter how rare.

At Miyazaki Enterprises, we remain dedicated to evolving our products, expanding access to training, and delivering the safest possible future for women’s healthcare.

Ready to strengthen your training program?  Connect with us to learn how the Miya Model can enhance your residents’ skills and improve real-world outcomes across a lifetime of practice.