Chances and Risks of a new Residency Program for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery

Merschin D, Muenzberg M, Perl M (2013)

Publication Status: Published

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2013

Journal

Zeitschrift für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie Thieme

Publisher: THIEME MEDICAL PUBL INC

Book Volume: 151

Pages Range: 126-128

Journal Issue: 2

Abstract

Background: The residency program for a specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery is facing fundamental changes based on an initiative originating from the working group medical training" of the German Medical Association (GMA). A survey indicated that 50% of all trainees are dissatisfied with their current situation. It appears important to integrate the ideas and wishes of current orthopedic residents in a novel training concept. To assess this a survey was performed by the Young Forum of the German Society for Orthopedics und Trauma Surgery.Material and Methods: The internet-based short survey was conducted in January 2013 among members of the professional societies (DGU, DGOU and DGOOC). 408 physicians participated.Results: The majority of the participating physicians is interested in a career in orthopedics and trauma surgery with primarily operative contents. Accordingly the majority (62%, n=253) voted against a reduction of numbers of surgical interventions with 86% (n=351) confirming the necessity that these operations must be carried out by the trainee himself.Conclusion: The upcoming changes in residency program for orthopedics and trauma surgery offer the oportunity for a well structured and practical oriented residency program. It could be a furhter step in increasing satisfaction in this profession.

Authors with CRIS profile

Mario Perl

Involved external institutions

Krankenhaus Rummelsberg DE Germany (DE) Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik (BGU) Murnau DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Merschin, D., Muenzberg, M., & Perl, M. (2013). Chances and Risks of a new Residency Program for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery. Zeitschrift für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, 151(2), 126-128.

MLA:

Merschin, David, Matthias Muenzberg, and Mario Perl. "Chances and Risks of a new Residency Program for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery." Zeitschrift für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie 151.2 (2013): 126-128.

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