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Academic Background of Irish Orthopaedic Trainees
1Galway University Hospitals, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery, Merlin Park Hospital, Galway, Ireland
Irish Medical Journal
|December 19, 2018
Summary
Academic achievement among Irish orthopaedic trainees is high, with all pursuing higher degrees and most having publications upon appointment. Research engagement continues throughout specialist training.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Medical Education
- Academic Medicine
Background:
- Academic achievement is a key differentiator for competitive surgical training positions.
- Quantifying academic output is crucial for evaluating trainee progress and program effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the academic achievement levels of orthopaedic trainees in Ireland.
- To identify trends in higher degrees, publications, grants, and prizes among these trainees.
Main Methods:
- A web-based questionnaire was distributed to all trainees in the Irish Trauma and Orthopaedics specialist training program.
- Data collected included training year, higher degrees, publications, grants, and prizes.
Main Results:
- 74% of trainees responded, with all having commenced or completed higher degrees.
- 69% possessed at least one peer-reviewed publication at appointment; all maintained research activity.
- Taught higher degrees were more common in junior trainees (ST3/ST4), while research-based degrees were prevalent in senior trainees.
Conclusions:
- Irish orthopaedic trainees demonstrate high levels of academic achievement.
- While junior trainees may have fewer initial publications, research engagement is sustained throughout training.
- The findings support the robust academic environment within Irish orthopaedic surgery training programs.
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