Self-development Tools Utilized by Plastic Surgeons: A Survey of ASPS Members.

ABSTRACT: The plastic surgery literature is devoid of research on the topic of professional development tools that may be used to enhance performance as a plastic surgeon. After an extensive review of the medical literature, we selected the most frequently referenced professional development tools utilized by plastic surgeons, which included the following: goal setting, positive visualization, scheduled practice, critically analyzing mistakes, professional development conferences, involvement in sports, motivational videos, podcasts & audiobooks, daily morning routines, self-development books, and advice from mentors.

Methods

A 10-question survey was sent to 2542 members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The algorithm used to select ASPS members to survey was based on member

SUBMITTER: Gonzalez SR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8143750 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature