Challenges of new surgeon educators: Learning how to lead residents through a case and how much autonomy to give

Starting independent surgical practice after years of training is a steep learning curve. Part of that curve is learning how to effectively teach residents and encourage their development. While residents want the chance to struggle in a case, the staff surgeon wants the case to go as smoothly and e...

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Published in:Seminars in colon and rectal surgery 2020-03, Vol.31 (1), p.100720, Article 100720
Main Authors: Johnston, W. Forrest, Zelhart, Matthew D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Graduated autonomy
Resident teaching
Surgical resident education
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Summary:Starting independent surgical practice after years of training is a steep learning curve. Part of that curve is learning how to effectively teach residents and encourage their development. While residents want the chance to struggle in a case, the staff surgeon wants the case to go as smoothly and expeditiously as possible. Teaching residents can be improved with in-depth joint case preparation, intraoperative assessment and feedback regarding the resident's skill and judgment, and graduated autonomy. Over time, trusting relationships can be developed that foster residents’ independence.
ISSN:1043-1489
1558-4585
DOI:10.1016/j.scrs.2019.100720