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Medical associate professionals in oral and maxillofacial surgery
Joshua Rooney1, Daljit Dhariwal2, Cyrus Kerawala3
1Maxillofacial Unit, Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Portsmouth PO6 3LY, UK.
The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|February 15, 2024
Summary
The integration of medical associate professions (MAPs) into oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) presents both opportunities for increased surgical experience and risks to trainee development. Careful consideration is needed for effective implementation.
Area of Science:
- Medical education
- Surgical training
- Healthcare workforce development
Background:
- Medical associate professions (MAPs) are increasingly discussed for integration into various medical specialties.
- Their implementation in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) is a topic of debate.
- Potential benefits include enhanced departmental efficiency and trainee operating experience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential impact of MAPs on OMFS training.
- To analyze the advantages and disadvantages of integrating MAPs into OMFS departments.
- To contribute to the discourse on MAPs in specialized surgical fields.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and expert opinion on MAPs in surgical settings.
- Analysis of potential benefits for OMFS departments.
- Assessment of potential risks to surgical trainee progression and education.
Main Results:
- MAPs could offer increased operating room access for trainees.
- Concerns exist regarding the potential dilution of core surgical training.
- The impact on the quality and duration of surgical education requires further investigation.
Conclusions:
- The integration of MAPs into OMFS requires a balanced approach.
- Strategies must be developed to maximize benefits while safeguarding surgical training standards.
- Further research is needed to establish best practices for MAPs in OMFS.
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