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Learning curves in surgical practice
Learning curves are often referred to in the context of medical education and training, though their trajectories and natures are a matter of debate. The origins of this concept derive from industry and its relevance to contemporary medicine and surgery remains controversial. We describe the history...
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Published in: | Postgraduate medical journal 2007-12, Vol.83 (986), p.777-779 |
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Main Authors: | , , |
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Summary: | Learning curves are often referred to in the context of medical education and training, though their trajectories and natures are a matter of debate. The origins of this concept derive from industry and its relevance to contemporary medicine and surgery remains controversial. We describe the history, derivation, character and possible mechanisms to deal with the implications of learning curves in the current climate of clinical governance and modernising medical careers. |
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ISSN: | 0032-5473 1469-0756 |
DOI: | 10.1136/pgmj.2007.057190 |