Ting Sun

Ting Sun, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in Surgical Education within the Department of Surgery and an Educational Researcher in the Office of Surgical Education at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Her expertise lies in quantitative methodology applied to medical and surgical education, with a focus on psychometrics, assessment validity, and learning outcomes.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation – University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• Postdoctoral Training – Northwestern University
• M.A. – Xi'an International Studies University
• B.A. – Xi'an International Studies University

Research Interests:
Dr. Sun's work centers on the intersection of educational measurement and surgical training. She explores how psychometric tools can be used to validate assessments in medical education, particularly in evaluating surgical competence and trainee autonomy. Her research also delves into online learning environments, self-efficacy in medical learners, and the application of machine learning in educational assessment.

Scientific Contributions:
Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on competency-based medical education, particularly through the lens of ACGME Milestones, Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs), and assessment reliability and validity. She has conducted extensive meta-analyses and systematic reviews to synthesize evidence on educational interventions in surgery and online learning. Her work also addresses gender disparities in surgical training feedback and the impact of multimedia-based education on learning outcomes.

Grants and Advising:
While no specific grant details are provided, her extensive publication record suggests active involvement in funded research. Her role in surgical education implies potential mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, although specific student names are not listed in the provided content.

Labs and Teams:
Dr. Sun collaborates closely with the Office of Surgical Education at the University of Utah, likely contributing to curriculum development, assessment design, and educational research initiatives within the Department of Surgery.