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Trait Emotional Intelligence in Surgeons.

K V Petrides¹, Matheus F Perazzo², Pablo A Pérez-Díaz³

¹London Psychometric Laboratory, University College London, London, United Kingdom.

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Background:

Trait emotional intelligence (trait EI) relates to self-perceived emotional functioning.
Understanding trait EI in surgeons is crucial for professional development and patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare trait EI profiles among surgical specialties and other professions.
To examine the relationship between trait EI, job satisfaction, and job performance in surgeons.

Main Methods:

Two studies involving surgeons and comparison occupational groups.
Trait EI was assessed using validated measures.
Statistical analyses included MANOVA and correlation.

Main Results:

No significant trait EI differences were found among surgical specialties or between consultants and trainees.
Surgeons' global trait EI scores varied significantly when compared to other professions.
Trait EI scores positively correlated with job satisfaction and performance in surgeons.

Conclusions:

Trait EI profiles do not significantly differ within surgical specialties.
Interventions to enhance trait EI in surgeons may improve job satisfaction and performance.
Optimizing trait EI can contribute to surgeons' psychological wellbeing.