A national survey on gastroenterology and hepatology training reveals dissimilar perceptions between trainees and trainers and an important need for improvement in training programs.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

We aimed to collect data on gastroenterology and hepatology training from the viewpoint of trainees and trainers.

Methods

A national online survey was distributed among trainees and specialists at certified training institutions between February and May 2024.

Results

Overall, 226 respondents - 98 trainees, 78 trainers, 50 program directors, and department heads responded, with a national coverage of 70% of trainees and 85% of specialty-department heads. A training curriculum was reported by 56% of trainees and 84% of curriculum organizers, regular feedback and training progress meetings by 11% of trainees (57% if considered without assessment of training progress), but 88% of curriculum organizers. Training was rated as very good or good by 65% of trainees,

SUBMITTER: Prosenz J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11949212 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature