A consensus definition of creativity in surgery: A Delphi study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Clear definitions are essential in science, particularly in the study of abstract phenomena like creativity. Due to its inherent complexity and domain-specific nature, the study of creativity has been complicated, as evidenced by the various definitions used to describe it and the multitude of tools which claim to measure it. Surgery is a safety-critical profession where creativity could be useful in navigating unforeseen problems and circumstances, as well as developing new innovations to improve patient outcomes. To validly and reliably study creativity in surgery, a surgery-specific definition is required. We aim to develop a consensus definition of creativity in surgery, utilizing the existing creativity literature and surgeon input.

Methods and analysis

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SUBMITTER: Thabane A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11620345 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature