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Will there be a good general surgeon when you need one?
Ross F Goldberg1, Kaye M Reid-Lombardo, David Hoyt
1Department of Surgery, Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
Experts convened to discuss the future of general surgery, formulating recommendations for adapting to practice changes. This ensures adequate surgical care availability for future patient needs.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Practice Management
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- A panel discussion at the 2012 SSAT Annual Meeting addressed the future availability of general surgeons.
- Experts were invited to develop strategies for adapting to evolving surgical practice landscapes.
Framework:
- The panel focused on proactive recommendations for the general surgery field.
- Addressing the changing dynamics impacting surgical care delivery.
Implementation:
- Presentations by leading surgeons Drs. Hoyt, Pellegrini, Reid-Lombardo, and Rattner informed the discussion.
- Moderated by Drs. Goldberg and Kent, the session included expert insights and audience feedback.
Implications:
- The manuscript synthesizes expert recommendations for ensuring future general surgeon workforce adequacy.
- Aimed at informing policy and practice to maintain essential surgical services.
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