Mental Health and Wellness Among Plastic Surgeons During Oral Board Certification Examination Preparation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The field of plastic and reconstructive surgery has recently made a dramatic shift toward attention to mental health, with residency curricula expanding to include training on burnout prevention and the promotion of well-being. After graduation, however, new surgeons face a difficult year of preparation for the oral board certification examination. This group of young surgeons remains largely unstudied and undersupported throughout what may be the most challenging period of their educational journey.

Methods

In spring of 2024, an electronic survey was sent to members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons who had completed their oral board examination within the past 3 years. Demographics, study habits, utilization of preparatory courses, and aspects of menta

SUBMITTER: Bergman HJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11778098 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature