Different approaches to selection of surgical trainees in the European Union.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is an increasing global interest in selection processes for candidates to surgical training. The aim of the present study is to compare selection processes to specialist surgeon training in the European Union (EU). A secondary goal is to provide guidance for evidence-based methods by a proposed minimum standard that would align countries within the EU.

Methods

Publications and grey literature describing selection strategies were sought. Correspondence with Union Européenne des Médecins Specialists (UEMS) Section of Surgery delegates was undertaken to solicit current information on national selection processes. Content analysis of 13 semi-structured interviews with experienced Swedish surgeons on the selection process. Two field trips to Ireland, a country wi

SUBMITTER: Hagelsteen K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8243060 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature