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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Training
  • Resident Well-being

Background:

  • Plastic surgery residents face social challenges impacting training.
  • These issues can disrupt individual residency experiences and entire programs.
  • A survey assessed the prevalence and nature of these social problems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the extent of social problems among plastic surgery residents.
  • To identify common social issues affecting residents.
  • To inform program directors and residents in managing these challenges.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was developed by the American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons.
  • The survey was distributed to all US plastic surgery training programs.
  • Program data on resident social issues over 5 years was collected (66% response rate).

Main Results:

  • 37% of programs reported residents leaving during the study period.
  • 20% of programs reported residents being asked to leave.
  • Common issues included divorce, family matters, substance abuse, and interpersonal conflicts.

Conclusions:

  • Social problems can impede the timely completion of plastic surgery residency.
  • Addressing these issues requires a sensitive, creative, and committed approach.
  • Adherence to institutional and accreditation standards is vital for resident support.