Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 3, 2026

Intraoperative Strategy under Complex Vascular Adhesion for Laparoscopic Radical Resection of Bismuth-Corlette Type IIIb Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma

Intraoperative Strategy under Complex Vascular Adhesion for Laparoscopic Radical Resection of Bismuth-Corlette Type IIIb Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma

Published on: February 13, 2026

Academic goals in surgery.

Joshua I S Bleier¹, Brian Kann¹

¹Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery

|January 18, 2014

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same authorSame journal

Modern Assessment of Resident and Board-Certified Colorectal Surgeon: Evolution of Competency and Continuing Professional Development.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

Same author

Supply and Demand for Colon and Rectal Surgery Training in the United States.

Diseases of the colon and rectum·2024

Same author

Ostomy-Related Complications.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2019

Same author

Elective colon resection without curative intent in stage IV colon cancer.

Surgical oncology·2019

Same author

Anal and Perineal Injuries.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2018

Same author

The Role of Bowel Preparation in Colorectal Surgery: Results of the 2012-2015 ACS-NSQIP Data.

Annals of surgery·2017

Same journal

Faculty Development: Cultivating Educators, Advancing Careers, and Lifelong Learning.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

Same journal

Constructive Conversations: Mastering the Exchange of Feedback.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

Same journal

Surgical Education for the Colorectal Surgeon: Theories, Principles, and Practice.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

Same journal

Cultivating Inclusion: The Role of DE&I in Colorectal Surgery Training.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

Same journal

International Perspective on Colorectal Surgery Education.

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery·2026

See all related articles

Developing an academic surgical career requires structured planning and goal setting across personal, academic, research, educational, and financial domains. Success hinges on self-promotion, work-life balance, clear expectations, and continuous re-evaluation.

Area of Science:

Surgical Education
Academic Medicine
Career Development

Background:

Transitioning into an academic surgical career presents significant challenges.
A structured approach is essential for navigating this complex path.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline a strategic framework for establishing a successful academic surgical career.
To identify key components for career progression and sustainability.

Main Methods:

Defining academic goals across multiple categories: personal, academic, research, educational, and financial.
Emphasizing the importance of self-promotion and networking.
Highlighting the necessity of work-life integration and support systems.

Main Results:

Keywords:

academic goals mentors self-promotion surgical career

More Related Videos

Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction

Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction

Published on: March 24, 2023

Principles of Rodent Surgery for the New Surgeon

Principles of Rodent Surgery for the New Surgeon

Published on: January 6, 2011

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 3, 2026

Intraoperative Strategy under Complex Vascular Adhesion for Laparoscopic Radical Resection of Bismuth-Corlette Type IIIb Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma

Intraoperative Strategy under Complex Vascular Adhesion for Laparoscopic Radical Resection of Bismuth-Corlette Type IIIb Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma

Published on: February 13, 2026

Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction

Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction

Published on: March 24, 2023

Principles of Rodent Surgery for the New Surgeon

Principles of Rodent Surgery for the New Surgeon

Published on: January 6, 2011

Goal setting in defined areas is crucial for career trajectory.
Effective self-promotion facilitates goal achievement.
Balancing professional and personal life is integral to long-term success.

Conclusions:

A successful academic surgical career necessitates a comprehensive plan.
Key elements include clear goals, robust support, realistic expectations, and regular reassessment.
Self-promotion and work-life balance are vital for sustained achievement.