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Staff surgery--the inevitable question.

B E Swartz¹, T S Wilkinson

¹Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, San Antonio, Texas 78229.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

|March 1, 1988

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Most plastic surgeons operate on their staff, viewing it as a reward rather than a right. While complications are minor, clear office policies are recommended to prevent misunderstandings.

Area of Science:

Medical Practice
Surgical Ethics
Healthcare Administration

Background:

Operating on staff members is a common practice among plastic surgeons.
The ethical considerations and employment implications of this practice require examination.

Purpose of the Study:

To survey plastic surgeons on their practices and perceptions of operating on staff.
To determine whether staff surgery is viewed as an employment right or a service reward.
To analyze complication rates and recommend policy guidelines.

Main Methods:

A survey was distributed to 450 practicing plastic surgeons.
Data collected included the frequency of operating on staff, perceptions of the practice, and complication occurrences.

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Main Results:

85% of responding surgeons operate on their staff.
72% consider staff surgery a "reward" for service, while 8% view it as a "right" of employment.
A complication rate of 23.5% was reported, with complications being minor but frequent.

Conclusions:

The practice of operating on staff is prevalent and generally perceived as a reward.
Minor but numerous complications necessitate clear guidelines.
Implementing a formal office policy is crucial to manage employee expectations and prevent misunderstandings.