Integrating Sustainability Into Graduate Medical Education for Surgical Trainees

Climate change represents an escalating threat to global health, with unique implications for surgical care and training. Given that the healthcare sector significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, surgical trainees must be equipped to practice sustainably. We propose integrating climate-related content into surgical training through resident education, research initiatives, and faculty leadership. A multifaceted educational approach is essential to prepare surgeons for the clinical and systemic challenges posed by climate change.