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Krishna Unadkat1, Patti M Thorn2, Mary Ann Djonne3
1Alix School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Journal of Surgical Education
|February 15, 2025
Summary
Nontechnical coaching (NC) shows promise for improving surgeon well-being and patient care in academic surgery. Further research is needed to establish standardized guidelines and robust study designs for wider adoption.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Education and Professional Development
- Healthcare Management and Quality Improvement
Background:
- Academic surgeons (AS) in high-pressure environments face burnout and challenges impacting patient care.
- Nontechnical coaching (NC) is an emerging intervention to address these issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the potential of nontechnical coaching (NC) for attending academic surgeons.
- To assess NC's impact on professional development, burnout, and patient outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of studies on NC in academic surgery was conducted.
- Articles were assessed for impact, benefits, risks, and barriers of NC.
Main Results:
- NC may reduce burnout, improve decision-making, and enhance patient engagement for surgeons.
- Participating surgeons reported better stress management, self-awareness, and leadership.
- Barriers include cultural resistance, time constraints, and limited evidence.
Conclusions:
- Preliminary evidence supports NC as a valuable intervention for surgeon well-being and patient outcomes.
- Future research requires standardized guidelines and robust study designs.
- Expanding NC can foster a more resilient surgical workforce and improve care quality.
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