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Theoretical and practical knowledge curriculum for European Breast Surgeons
Tibor Kovacs1, Isabel T Rubio2, Christos Markopoulos3
1Chair BRESO, President ESSO, Chair of the BRESO Organizational/Management Structure Working Group, United Kingdom.
Summary
This curriculum outlines essential knowledge for breast surgeons in the EU/EEA, aiming to standardize training and improve cancer care. It will be updated regularly to reflect advancements in breast surgery.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Education
- Oncology
- Medical Training Standards
Background:
- High-quality cancer care relies on well-trained breast surgeons.
- Harmonizing breast surgery training across Europe is crucial.
- Breast surgery is evolving as a distinct specialty.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive curriculum for breast surgery training in the EU/EEA.
- To establish a benchmark for breast surgeon competence.
- To guide the development of breast surgery as a separate discipline.
Main Methods:
- Developed by a European expert panel.
- Validated by professional breast surgery societies.
- Aligned with existing international and European examination syllabi.
Main Results:
- A detailed curriculum covering theoretical and practical knowledge for breast surgeons.
- The curriculum serves as a foundation for training, examination, and accreditation.
- It maps to UEMS Breast Surgery Exam and UK FRCS (breast specialist interest) standards.
Conclusions:
- This curriculum will harmonize and elevate breast surgery training standards across Europe.
- It provides a framework for consistent, high-quality breast cancer care.
- The curriculum will be periodically revised to ensure continued relevance.
