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Incorporating psychometric measures in selecting and developing surgeons.

J H Gilligan1, T Treasure, C Watts

  • 1GC International Consulting Group, Dorking, UK.

Journal of Management in Medicine
|January 1, 1996
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Psychometric measures effectively aid in assessing and developing surgical trainees and doctors. This pilot study at St George

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Training
  • Psychometrics

Background:

  • Literature review on selection and development of surgical trainees and surgeons.
  • Exploration of psychometric measures for assessing ability and personality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the appropriateness of psychometrics in supporting junior doctors' surgical training applications.
  • To evaluate the role of psychometric measures in career development for doctors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on surgical trainee and surgeon selection.
  • Pilot project at St George's Hospital, London.
  • Application of psychometric measures to junior doctors applying for surgical training.

Main Results:

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  • Psychometric measures showed significant validity in assessing ability and personality.
  • Results align with previous research on surgeons and other clinical groups.
  • Psychometric tools can support career development processes for doctors.

Conclusions:

  • Psychometric measures are valuable tools for the assessment and career development of doctors.
  • Incorporating psychometrics can enhance the selection and development of surgical trainees.