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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TRAINING FOR BRAZILIAN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS
Verena Oberlohr1, Vincenzo Giordano2,3, José Octavio Soares Hungria4
1University of California, Orthopaedic Trauma Institute, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, San Francisco, School of Medicine, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, San Francisco, California, USA.
Acta Ortopedica Brasileira
|March 27, 2024
Summary
Brazilian orthopedic surgeons gained leadership skills through a development program. The main barrier to participation was lack of opportunity, highlighting the need for accessible training to improve healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Medical Education
- Leadership Development
Background:
- The Sociedade Brasileira do Trauma Ortopédico (SBTO) hosted a Leadership Development Program (LDP) for Brazilian orthopedic trauma surgeons.
- The program aimed to enhance leadership skills within this specialized medical community.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the experiences and perceptions of Brazilian orthopedic trauma surgeons participating in the LDP.
- To identify key leadership development needs and obstacles for this professional group.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 48 orthopedic trauma surgeons completed personality assessments (The Big Five Test) and pre- and post-course surveys.
- The one-day interactive LDP covered leadership principles, communication, emotional intelligence, and negotiation, incorporating Latin American context.
Main Results:
- 41 participants completed pre-course surveys and 46 completed post-course evaluations.
- The primary obstacle reported for attending leadership training was the lack of opportunity (56%).
Conclusions:
- Enhancing leadership programs' accessibility, diversity, and customization is crucial for healthcare advancement.
- Developing skills like emotional intelligence fosters transformational leadership, networking, and innovative solutions for improved health outcomes.
