AOA Critical Issues: Promoting Leadership Development Among Orthopaedic Faculty
Evalina Burger1, Alexander Ghanayem2, Mary K Mulcahey2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume
|April 1, 2024
Summary
Orthopaedic surgeons can develop leadership skills through formal training and mentorship. Promoting leadership fosters a stronger environment within orthopaedic surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Leadership Studies
- Medical Education
Background:
- Orthopaedic surgeons often assume leadership roles in clinical and surgical settings.
- Effective leadership is crucial for advancing the field of orthopaedic surgery.
- Formal leadership training can enhance essential leadership qualities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline key leadership competencies for orthopaedic surgeons.
- To identify pathways for developing leadership skills in orthopaedics.
- To emphasize the role of mentorship in advancing orthopaedic leadership.
Main Methods:
- Review of leadership principles and their application in orthopaedics.
- Discussion of formal leadership training programs available to orthopaedic surgeons.
- Application of Maxwell's leadership hierarchy as a developmental framework.
Main Results:
- Effective leaders possess strong communication, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset.
- Leadership training programs and mentorship are vital for skill development.
- Senior leaders can facilitate career progression for junior faculty through goal setting and diversity promotion.
Conclusions:
- Developing leadership skills is essential for all orthopaedic surgeons.
- Formal training and mentorship are key to cultivating effective leaders in orthopaedics.
- A proactive approach to leadership development will enhance the field of orthopaedic surgery.
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